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Drillers Host Travelers Again 2.0
For the second time in a week, the Tulsa Drillers are hosting the Arkansas Travelers (Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim) in a four-game series at ONEOK Field. The series will begin on Friday, July 22 and run through Monday, July 25.
All four games in the series will begin at 7:05PM.
The two teams split the earlier four-game set. For the season, the Drillers are 10-10 against the Travelers, including a 6-6 mark at ONEOK Field.
The headline promotion for the homestand will be an appearance by the world-famous Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on Saturday, July 23. A group of 10 cheerleaders will perform before and during the game.
Other promotions will include Friday Night Fireworks following the opening game on July 22, Turn Back the Clock Night/50¢ Hot Dogs on July 24 and Dollar Dog Monday Night on July 25.
A complete list of promotions with descriptions is below. Tickets for all four games are now on sale at the ONEOK Field Ticket Office at 201 N. Elgin Ave. and at TulsaDrillers.com.Tickets are also available by calling the Ticket Office at (918)744-5901.
Wheeler Tough On Travelers:Outfielder Tim Wheeler has enjoyed success against Arkansas this season. Wheeler has played in 19 of the 20 games against the Travs, hitting .319 with 7 home runs and 14 runs batted in.
Turpen Closer:Since moving into the closer’s role for the Drillers, reliever Daniel Turpen has appeared in 12 games, registering 7 saves. He has allowed runs in only two of those outings and has recorded a 2.19 ERA.
Hot In July:Second baseman Tommy Field’s bat has warmed up with the weather. In his first 17 games in July, Field was hitting .354 with 7 extra-base hits and 9 runs batted in.
Making History:On July 19, the Drillers did something that no Tulsa team has done in over 80 years. The seven home runs they hit in the game against Springfield matched the all-time Tulsa professional baseball record for most homers in a game by a Tulsa team. The record was first set in 1924 and then duplicated in 1929.
Chasing San Antonio:The big power night moved Tulsa to within four homers of San Antonio for most home runs in the Texas League this season. Through July 19, San Antonio had totaled 121 homers this season, while Tulsa had hit 117. In the month of July, the Drillers have hit 32 round-trippers, while the Missions have totaled 23.
TULSA DRILLERS SCHEDULE & PROMOTIONS (July 22-25)
Friday, July 22. . . Arkansas Travelers (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
FRIDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS / DINGER PERFORMS
The homestand begins with a bang as Friday Night Fireworks returns to ONEOK Field courtesy of Tulsa Marriott Southern Hills and Mix 96. Following the game, the skies of downtown Tulsa will light up with a spectacular fireworks display!
In addition, Colorado Rockies mascot, Dinger, will entertain and humor fans during the game with his crazy antics and skits.
Saturday, July 23. . . Arkansas Travelers (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
GRAND SLAM SATURDAY / DALLAS COWBOYS CHEERLEADERS / BEAT THE HEAT SPLASH ZONE
It’s the biggest Grand Slam Saturday of the season as the world-famous Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders come to ONEOK Field courtesy KFC and NewsChannel 8. Ten cheerleaders will perform on the field throughout the game. After their performances, they will be available for approximately 30 minutes along the concourse for autographs and photos.
Young fans are encouraged to wear their bathing suits and “beat the heat” with several great water activities on the outfield concourse. Stations will include two 18 ft. water slides and 32 ft. double, slip ‘n slide. A $5 wristband will allow kids to enjoy all the water activities plus all the games at Hornsby’s Hangout.
Sunday, July 24. . . Arkansas Travelers (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
FAMILY FUNDAY SUNDAY / TURN BACK THE CLOCK NIGHT / 50¢ HOT DOGS / BEAT THE HEAT SPLASH ZONE / KIDS EAT FREE
It’s an ultimate night of promotions as the Drillers Turn Back the Clock to an earlier time. Drillers players will wear replica, 1948 Tulsa Oilers uniforms during the game and prices for ONEOK Field hot dogs will be rolled back to only 50¢ each while Crack Jack will be on sale for only $1.00 each. It’s all courtesy of 2 News Works For You and K95.5FM.
Young fans are encouraged to wear their bathing suits and “beat the heat” with several great water activities courtesy of EMSA and the Tulsa Fire Department. Stations will include two 18 ft. water slides, a 32 ft. double, slip ‘n slide and a giant waterspout. A $5 wristband will allow kids to enjoy all the water activities plus all the games at Hornsby’s Hangout.
The first 500 kids, ages 12 and under, will receive a voucher that is redeemable for a free hot dog, milk, and an ice cream dessert at the concession stands courtesy of Borden Dairy, K95.5FM and 2 News Works For You.
Lastly, from 6:15-6:30PM, a pair of Drillers players will be in Black Gold Outfitters signing autographs for all fans. After the game, all kids will be allowed on the field to run the bases.
Monday, July 25 . . . Arkansas Travelers (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
$1 DOG MONDAY NIGHT
It’s another $1 Dog Monday and dog owners can bring their best friend to the park to enjoy an evening of relaxation together courtesy of Southern Agriculture and 94.1, The Sound. In addition, the famous “Driller Dog” hot dogs will be on sale all evening long for only $1 each! All dogs are admitted FREE, but their owners must present proof of up-to-date vaccinations. Fans with dogs should enter the park through either the Oil Derrick Entrance or the Arvest (Brady Street) Entrance.
Beach Towel Giveaway Update!
Specifics on tonight’s Beach Towel Giveaway have been changed due to a shipping delay. The first 1,500 fans with paid admissions for tonight’s (Saturday, July 16) game will receive a voucher that can be redeemed for the beach towel beginning on August 2. In addition to the towels, the vouchers can also be redeemed for a free Field Reserved ticket ($8 value) for any remaining Saturday regular season game at ONEOK Field in 2011. Tonight’s vouchers will only be distributed at the Oil Derrick and Arvest (Brady Street) Entrances of ONEOK Field. For those receiving the vouchers, the beach towels will be available beginning on Tuesday, August 2 at the Drillers Administrative Offices (8:30am – 5:00pm Monday-Friday) or at Guest Services during games.
Drillers Promotional Schedule For July 14 – July 17
The Tulsa Drillers return to ONEOK Field for a brief four-game series against the Arkansas Travelers (Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim) that will run from July 14-17. It will be the first of two four-game sets with the Travelers in Tulsa during a 12-day period.
Arkansas won the first-half North Division title and has again been atop the standings for much of the second half. So far this season, the Drillers and Travelers have split their 16 meetings, with each team compiling an 8-8 record in its own park.
All four games in the initial series against the Travelers will begin at 7:05PM.
The series has been labeled Beach Party Weekend with the promotions lineup including Margaritaville Night and Thirsty Thursday on July 14, Friday Night Fireworks on July 15 and Grand Slam Saturday and Drillers Beach Towels on July 16.
The homestand will conclude with Family FunDay Sunday and Super Splash Day on July 17.
A complete list of promotions with descriptions is below.
Tickets for all four games are now on sale at the ONEOK Field Ticket Office at 201 N. Elgin Ave.and at TulsaDrillers.com. Tickets are also available by calling the Ticket Office at (918)744-5901.
Holcomb At Home: Third baseman Darin Holcomb has found ONEOK Field to be to his liking. He is second on the Drillers with a .302 batting average in home games this season. Scott Beerer leads Tulsa with a .311 average at ONEOK Field.
Friedrich Stingy: Christian Friedrich has not allowed more than three earned runs in a start since April 27. In his last eight starts, Friedrich has compiled a 2.42 ERA, dating back to May 30.
Turpen Time: Daniel Turpen has not allowed an earned run in seven outings against Arkansas this year. The reliever has surrendered only five hits and no walks in 10.2 innings against the Travs.
Driller Killer: Former University of Oklahoma pitcher Garrett Richards has accounted for nearly half of the Travs’ wins against the Drillers this season. Richards is 3-1 in four starts against Tulsa.
Wheeler HR Pace: Tim Wheeler hit 24 home runs inTulsa’s first 88 games, a pace that would give him a chance to break the season, franchise record of 32 homers co-held by Kevin Buckley (1983) and Bubba Smith (1996).
TULSA DRILLERS SCHEDULE & PROMOTIONS (July 14-17)
BEACH PARTY WEEKEND!!!
Thursday, July 14. . . Arkansas Travelers (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
MARGARITAVILLE NIGHT / THIRSTY THURSDAY
One of the most fun promotions of the year returns to ONEOK Field with Margaritaville Night compliments of Saint Francis Health Zone and Star 103! Get out your flip-flops and your Hawaiian shirts and enjoy the soothing sounds of Something Steel as well as $5 margaritas and buy one, get one free cheeseburgers in paradise! The Parrot Head Club of Tulsa will be passing out leis to the first 2,000 fans, and it is also a Thirsty Thursday with 12 ounce servings of Miller Lite and Coors Light and 21 ounce servings of Pepsi products on sale for only $1 each.
Friday, July 15. . . Arkansas Travelers (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
FRIDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS
Beach Party Weekend continues with Friday Night Fireworks at ONEOK Field, presented by Cox. Concession stands will feature $2 Coronas, $5 pina coladas and $4 teriyaki chicken and pineapple sandwiches!
Saturday, July 16. . . Arkansas Travelers (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
GRAND SLAM SATURDAY / BEACH TOWELS
It’s a Grand Slam Saturday and first 1,500 fans of all ages will receive a colorful, Drillers beach towel that features Hornsby and downtown Tulsa, compliments of Pepsi and News Channel 8.
Tulsa players will be wearing special beach-themed jerseys that will be available via auctions during the game with proceeds benefiting the American Parkinson’s Disease Association.
Beach Party concessions specials will include $3 lemonade servings, $5 strawberry daiquiris and $4 Big Kahuna Burgers with pineapple.
Sunday, July 17. . . Arkansas Travelers (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
FAMILY FUNDAY SUNDAY / SUPER SPLASH DAY / KIDS EAT FREE
ONEOK Field will be turned into a water park with fun water slides and games courtesy of EMSA, the Tulsa Fire Department and Bounce Toyz. Activities will include two 18 ft. water slides, a 32 ft. double, slip ‘n slide and a giant waterspout.
The first 500 kids, ages 12 and under, will receive a voucher that is redeemable for a free hot dog, milk, and an ice cream dessert at the concession stands courtesy of Borden Dairy, K95.5FM and 2 News Works For You.
From 6:15-6:30PM, a pair of Drillers players will be in Black Gold Outfitters signing autographs for all fans. After the game, all kids will be allowed on the field to run the bases.
Beach Party food and beverage specials will feature $2 pineapple snow cones!
Wheeler Placed On Baseball America’s Hot Sheet
One of, if not the, most respected baseball magazine has added Tulsa Drillers centerfielder to its Hot Sheet for the week of July 1 through July 8. Baseball America is widely known as being the Holy Grail for those who seek baseball knowledge. The magazine reports from high school baseball, to the major leagues and anything in between.
Baseball America publishes a weekly report ranking the top minor league players from the previous week in their eyes. The rankings are determined not only be statistical information the players produce over the week but also how Baseball America ranks them as a future MLB prospect.
The magazine had this to say about Wheeler:
Wheeler’s breakout season keeps rolling. The 2009 first-round pick out of Sacramento State hit .252/.338/.383 with 17 home runs in his first season and a half, and this year his power outburst has produced one of the best offensive seasons in the minors. Wheeler has 22 homers in 82 games, with a .316/.398/.602 line that gives him a pretty 1.000 OPS. He has always had plus raw power, but there were questions about how usable it would be. Wheeler is answering those questions with a home run total that ties him for fourth in the minors, just three behind minor league leader Paul Goldschmidt of the Diamondbacks.
Wheeler increased his Texas League home run total Thursday night against the Corpus Christi Hooks. Not only did he hit two home runs on Thursday, Wheeler showed his power to all fields as his home run to left field was an impressive display of opposite field power.
Baseball America writer J.J. Cooper talked about the centerfielder earlier Friday in an open chat session with fans, “I did a personal Top 100 before we put together out Top 50 and I had him at No. 53 on that list. If he keeps this up over the second half of the season he’s a sure-fire Top 100 Prospect next February.”
Tulsa Time: A 60 Second Interview With Christian Friedrich
How well do you know your Tulsa Drillers? No matter how big of a fan you are, we want to help you get to know the players that make up the Tulsa Drillers roster.
What is their favorite restaurant in Tulsa? Do they have a pre-game routine? Facebook or Twitter? These are just some of the questions we will ask the players to help you get to know them.
However, each player has only one minute to answer all 17 questions.
Christian Friedrich was glad to be the first to sit down with us and answer all the questions in a fast paced setting. Friedrich is currently the leader of the Drillers pitching staff and ranked the number two pitcher in the Colorado Rockies farm system by Baseball America.
Through 16 starts in 2011 Christian Friedrich is 6-5 with a 3.93 earned run average. Friedrich is currently ranked the second best pitching prospect in the Colorado Rockies system by Baseball America. (Rich Crimi)
1. Subway, Quiznos, or Which Wich?
Christian Friedrich: “Subway for sure.”
2. Facebook or Twitter?
CF: “I’ll have to go with Twitter.”
3. What is your favorite type of Music?
CF: “Rock.”
4. What is your favorite TV show? Past or Present?
CF: “Fringe.”
5. What is your favorite sport other than baseball?
CF: “Hockey.”
6. And who is your favorite hockey player?
CF: “Patrick Kane…..hands down.”
7. Who was your idol when you were growing up?
CF: “Barry Zito.”
8. What is your favorite meal?
CF: “…….Steak and broccoli”
9. Do you have a pre-game routine?
CF: “Listen to music to get me going then drink a cup of coffee.”
10. What is your favorite restaurant in Tulsa?
CF: “Fat guys.”
11. Who is the funniest Drillers teammate?
CF: “…..I would have to say Daniel Turpen”
12. Most embarrassing moment while playing?
CF: “I guess not getting a hit or something. I really don’t know.”
13. What is your nickname?
CF: “Bird…”
14. Chuck Norris or Scott Beerer?
CF: “Scottie.”
15. Smooth or Crunchy Peanut Butter?
CF: “Smooth.”
16. Billy Madison or Happy Gilmore?
CF: “Happy Gilmore.”
17. Seinfeld or The Office?
CF: “Oh The Office.”
Former Driller Making Impression At Highest Level
After a 2010 season in High-A Modesto leading the league in innings (177.1) and strikeouts (171) Juan Nicasio was promoted to Double-A Tulsa in the beginning of the 2011 season. It was expected from the Colorado Rockies organization that Nicasio would have to build on a successful 2010 season if the native Dominican wanted to pitch in the big leagues. 
What wasn’t expected is that Nicasio would make his major league debut before the All-Star break in 2011.
Nicasio began the season going 5-1 with the Drillers through nine starts in 2011, compiling 63 strikeouts in only 56.2 innings pitched while posting a 2.22 earned run average, tops in the Texas League.
On May 28, 2011 Juan Nicasio made his debut for the Colorado Rockies against the St. Louis Cardinals at Coors Field. He went seven strong innings allowing only six hits and one unearned run, recording his first major league victory.
Over the last month Nicasio has been a spark plug-in the Rockies starting rotation going 3-1 with a 4.10 earned run average in seven starts with the club.
As the Drillers try to clinch the Texas League North in the second half and a playoff berth, unfortunately for Drillers fans it’s not looking like Nicasio will be back any time soon to help.
The Tulsa Drillers will be back at ONEOK Field on July 14th taking on the Arkansas Travelers at 7:05 PM.
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders To Come To ONEOK Field
The world-renowned Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders will be visiting ONEOK Field this summer to entertain fans at the Drillers game on Saturday, July 23. Tickets still remain for the scheduled game against the Arkansas Travelers however, a limited number of tickets will be available to the public for a private “Meet and Greet” with the cheerleaders.
The Tulsa Drillers are offering 100 fans the opportunity to attend a private party with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders prior to the game on July 23. Tickets for the “Meet and Greet” are priced at $75 per person.
Each ticket will include a one hour visit with 10 Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, an autographed cheer team photo, a personal 8 x 10 photograph with all 10 cheerleaders, an All-You-Can-Eat Oklahoma BBQ Buffet, exclusive access to the Drillers Conference Center, as well as your game ticket to that night’s game.
Tickets to this private event must be purchased in advance by clicking on the link below or calling Kevin Butcher at (918) 574-8324.
Beerer Records Drillers Only Base Hit In Texas League All-Star Game
Wednesday night was the 75th Annual Texas League All-Star Game. The game matched the North All-Stars made up of the Tulsa Drillers, Northwest Arkansas Naturals, Arkansas Travelers and Springfield Cardinals against the South All-Stars with the San Antonio Missions, Frisco Roughriders, Midland RockHounds, and Corpus Christi Hooks making up the roster for the home team. The South All-Stars would use the home field advantage by beating the North All-Stars 3-2 in a wonderful display of pitching by the South’s pitching staff.
The San Antonio Missions played host of the All-Star game with Wolff Stadium providing the back-drop for some of Minor League Baseball’s brightest young stars.
The Drillers were well represented in the games, as the team sent seven players to participate in the festivities. Tim Wheeler, Wilin Rosario, Scott Beerer, Darin Holcomb, Ben Paulsen, Christian Friedrich, and Joe Torres were all selected to take part on the Texas League North team.
The game started out slow for the North All-Stars and Tulsa starters Wheeler, Paulsen, and Rosario. The trio combined to go 0-9, as the North failed to score until the top of the sixth.
Tulsa Drillers starter Christian Friedrich came in relief of the North All-Star starter Garret Richards in the second inning, with most pitchers in the game only throwing one inning.
Friedrich pitched his one inning, giving up three hits and one earned run. Friedrich was eventually took the loss for the North All-Star team however the stats were not counted towards Texas League records.
Scott Beerer recorded the Drillers only hit of the night. The left fielder pinch-hit for Wheeler in the seventh inning. Beerer singled on a fly ball that landed out of the reach of the right fielder.
Joe Torres, who replaced injured Drillers reliever Stephen Dodson on the North roster, came into the game in the eighth inning.
After Torres gave up a leadoff double he went on to record the next two outs before being replaced by Michael Blazek.
The North All-Stars only produced two runs on seven hits as the South pitchers had their way all night long. The game was a great display of future major league hopefuls shining on the brightest night the Texas League has to offer.
Independence Day Homestand To Include Two Fireworks Shows!
The six games will mark the first time the Drillers have played the two South Division teams since mid-April. Tulsa has a combined 6-6 record against the Hooks and Missions this season.
Each of the six games of the homestand will start at 7:05PM.
The homestand is filled with great promotions, including a pair of Fireworks Shows on Friday, July 1 and Monday, July 4. The homestand will begin with Thirsty Thursday / Guys Night Out on Thursday, June 30. Saturday, July 2 will feature a 4th of July themed cap giveaway, while Sunday, July 3 will be Here’s To The Heroes, Military Appreciation Night. The homestand will conclude with $2 Tuesday on July 5.
A complete list of promotions with descriptions is below.
Tickets for all six games are now on sale at the ONEOK Field Ticket Office at 201 N. Elgin Ave. and at TulsaDrillers.com. Tickets are also available by calling the Ticket Office at (918)744-5901.
Beerer Power Surge: Scott Beerer entered the All-Star Break on a hot streak, hitting .440 with 4 home runs and 9 RBI in his last 6 games.
Friedrich Tough: Over the past month, Christian Friedrich has been one of the top starting pitchers in the Texas League. In his last six starts, dating back to May 30, Friedrich is 3-2 with a 2.43 ERA and 33 strikeouts in 37 innings pitched. He is holding league batters to a .255 average in those six outings.
Hot Weather, Hot Bat: As the weather has warmed up, so has second baseman Tommy Field’s bat. Field is hitting .277 in the month of June with 17 RBI, while posting an impressive .369 on base percentage. His five home runs in the month tie him with Beerer and Tim Wheeler for the team lead.
Attendance: The Drillers are currently second in the Texas League in average paid attendance, attracting 5,593 fans per opening at ONEOK Field.
4th of July: Because of the scheduled post-game Fireworks display, the July 4 game will not be a $1.00 Dog Night.
TULSA DRILLERS SCHEDULE & PROMOTIONS
(June 30-July 5)
Thursday, June 30. . . Corpus Christi Hooks (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
THIRSTY THURSDAY / GUYS NIGHT OUT
It’s another Thirsty Thursday and a special night for the guys courtesy of Z104.5, The Edge! Several great prizes will be given to lucky guys, including a Wii gaming system, two tickets to see Def Leppard at the BOK Center, two tickets to a meet and greet function with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders at ONEOK Field and two tickets to see Jonathan Tyler and Northern Lights at the Cain’s. In addition, 12 ounce servings of Bud and Bud Light and 21 ounce servings of Pepsi products will be on sale for only $1 each. Live music will be provided by Brandon Clark.
Friday, July 1. . . Corpus Christi Hooks (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
FRIDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS
The Drillers offer you a chance to get an early start to the Independence Day Celebration with another great Friday Night Fireworks Show at ONEOK Field compliments of Danny Beck Chevrolet and 98.5 KVOO.
FRITOS® FAMILY NIGHT
It is also FRITOS® Family Night with six lucky families being chosen to participate in a number of behind-the-scenes activities at the ballpark. Fans can also present a FRITOS® Corn Chips sack at Black Gold Outfitters to receive 10% of their purchases.
Saturday, July 2. . . Corpus Christi Hooks (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
GRAND SLAM SATURDAY / INDEPENDENCE DAY CAPS
It’s a Grand Slam Saturday and we will give you the chance to show off your pride in the Drillers and our country with one of these great caps! The first 1,500 fans, ages 5 and over, will receive a Drillers cap that features a flag “T” compliments of ONB Bank and NewsChannel 8. The caps will be given away only at the Oil Derrick and Arvest Entrances.
Sunday, July 3. . . San Antonio Missions (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
HERE’S TO THE HEROES, MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT
The Drillers honor and pay tribute to our armed forces as all active duty personnel or retired members of the military will receive free admission to the game. The Drillers will be wearing special camouflage jerseys that will be available in a silent auction during the game with all proceeds benefiting the Folds of Honor Foundation. Major Dan Rooney, the founder of Folds of Honor, will be on hand to throw out the ceremonial first pitch. It’s all courtesy of Anheuser-Busch.
FAMILY FUNDAY SUNDAY / KIDS EAT FREE
The first 500 kids, ages 12 and under, will receive a voucher that is redeemable for a free hot dog, milk, and an ice cream dessert at the concession stands courtesy of Borden Dairy, K95.5FM and 2 News Works For You.
From 6:15-6:30PM, a pair of Drillers players will be in Black Gold Outfitters signing autographs for all fans. After the game, all kids will be allowed on the field to run the bases.
Finally, kids are encouraged to wear their bathing suits to enjoy a giant waterspout from the Tulsa Fire Department and EMSA!
ELGIN STREET COOKOUT
Before the game, a giant cookout will be held on Elgin Street with games and inflatables for kids and $1.00 cheeseburgers for everyone, compliments of KRAFT singles.
Monday, July 4. . . San Antonio Missions (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS SHOW!
Baseball and Fireworks provide the perfect way to cap off a great holiday weekend! Following the game, the skies in downtown Tulsa will be filled with a spectacular fireworks display courtesy of River Spirit Casino and the News On 6. The first 5,000 fans will receive mini American Flags, and Pearl Harbor survivor Arles Cole will throw the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.
Tuesday, July 5. . . San Antonio Missions (7:05PM) – Gates Open at 6:00PM
$2 TUESDAY
The ultimate night of discounts returns to ONEOK Field with $2 Tuesday presented by Pepsi, Warehouse Market, Mix 96 and 2 News Works For You. General Admission tickets on the outfield lawn are only $2.00 each, while all other tickets are discounted $3.00 off normal prices. In addition, hot dogs, Mazzio’s Pizza slices, 21 ounce Pepsi fountain drinks, jumbo soft pretzels and souvenir programs will be on sale for only $2.00 each.
KRAFT SINGLES TUESDAY NIGHT TICKETS
Buy one, get one FREE from Kraft Singles! Fans presenting an outer wrapper from a package of Kraft Singles can purchase two regular priced tickets for the price of one! Only one ticket discount can be used when purchasing tickets
Rockies Announce Prospects To Participate In MLB All-Star Futures Game
On Thursday Major League Baseball and Baseball America announced the rosters for the 2011 All-Star Futures Game, to be played in Phoenix on July 10. The game will be played by a two 25-man rosters made up of 10 pitchers, two catchers, five outfielders, and eight infielders. All of whom are considered top prospects in each of their respected organization and position.
Each roster would be made up of players entirely from either the United States or the rest of the World.
The Rockies were one of a hand full of teams that were selected to have more than one player participate in the game.
Nolan Arenado will represent the Rockies as one of the corner infielders on the United States team. Arenado was a high school shortstop who has now moved to third base and might end up as Todd Helton’s heir at first base in Colorado. His power bat should play at either position.
Colorado will also send Tulsa Drillers catcher Wilin Rosario to take part as the back-up catcher for the World team. This will be Wilin’s second appearance in the All-Star Futures Game as he is ranked one of the top catching prospects in all of Minor League Baseball.
Rosario was actually having his breakout season last year, but a torn ACL in August cut that short. He has picked up where he left off, though, offering premium tools at the plate and behind it.Rosariois currently second on the Drillers with 11 home runs through the first half of the season.
DRILL BITS 