Gold Glove Bobblehead Series highlights 2013 promotions

"The Kids Can Play" campaign features Golden Bobblehead series and many theme nights

By Adam Kline/Tennessee Smokies

February 26, 2013

KODAK, Tenn. - The Tennessee Smokies, the Double-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs, conclude the unveiling of the team's 2013 season promotional schedule with a preview of the individual theme nights including giveaways and appearances. With something lined up different every day of the season, the 2013 Smokies experience will confirm that "The Kids Can Play" at Smokies Park!

Giveaways: Giveaway nights are a staple within the Minor League Baseball experience all around the country, and the Smokies are no different. Three former Smokies were awarded MLB Gold Gloves this offseason. The Smokies will be honoring these three players with the "Smokies Gold Glove Bobblehead Series" in 2013. The excitement continues all the way to the end of the season with nine total giveaways throughout the year. Here's a look at all of the 2013 giveaways at Smokies Park:

April 13: Magnet Schedule Giveaway, presented by Pilot Food Marts and Citizens National Bank (First 3,000 fans)
April 20: Smokies 2013 Poster Schedule Giveaway, presented by Comfort Suites-East and Victor Prints (First 1,500 fans)
May 24: Baseball Giveaway, presented by Cherokee National Forest (First 800 fans 12-and-under)
May 25: Carlos Gonzalez Gold Glove Bobblehead Giveaway, presented by US Cellular and the Knoxville News Sentinel (First 1,500 fans)
June 15: Smokies Cap Giveaway, presented by Hardee's, Comfort Suites and the Knoxville News Sentinel (First 2,500 fans)
July 20: Yadier Molina Gold Glove Bobblehead Giveaway, presented by US Cellular and WBIR TV-10 (First 1,500 fans)
August 10: Smokies Cap Giveaway, presented by Food City, Peter Pan Peanut Butter and WBIR TV-10 (First 2,500 fans)
August 17: Darwin Barney Gold Glove Bobblehead Giveaway, presented by US Cellular and WATE TV-6 (First 1,500 fans)
August 24: Dog Calendar Giveaway, presented by Frontline/Heartgard (First 1,500 fans)

Special Appearances: This season, Smokies Park will play host to a plethora guests throughout the 2013 season. Take a look at the 2013 appearance line-up:

April 28: Postgame Concert featuring Southern Drawl
May 25: Fur Circus Appearance
July 6: The Sweet Right Brothers Appearance
July 7: Postgame Concert featuring Key West
July 28: Christian Concert
August 17: Breakin' Bboy McCoy Appearance
August 24: Myron Noodleman Appearance
August 25: Postgame Concert featuring The Breakfast Club

Theme Nights: The 2013 season is filled with different themes meant to entertain and engage Smokies fans. Here's a glimpse at some of 2013's theme nights:

April 21: Game Show Night
April 23: Buck Night
April 26: Halloween Night
April 28: Study Break Night
May 7: Buck Night
May 10: Star Trek Night
May 11: Salute to Heroes (5:00 p.m. pregame Memorial ceremony)
May 24: Star Wars Night
May 25: Circus Night
May 26: Mom's Day Out
May 27: Memorial Day (Postgame Fireworks)
June 15: Pink Ribbon Night
June 16: Superheroes Night (Father's Day)
June 25: Buck Night
July 4: Independence Day Celebration
July 7: Jimmy Buffett Tribute Night
July 8: Dog Days of Summer
July 18: Pirates Night
July 31: Buck Night
August 5: Guns 'n' Hoses Night
August 25: 80's Night

For a complete list of our promotional schedule, visit the Smokies website at www.smokiesbaseball.com

Individual game tickets for the Tennessee Smokies 2012 season will go on sale on line Wednesday, March 6, at 10:00 a.m. The Smokies kick off the 2013 home season against the Chattanooga Lookouts on April 10. Ticket packages are currently on sale including season tickets, ticket mini-plans, as well as suites and group outings. For more information on tickets, games and events call the Smokies Front Office at 865-286-2300 or visit www.smokiesbaseball.com.

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