10 Minor League promotions to know
Reading Phillies (Eastern League)
Scott Rolen Bobblehead Weekend
Friday, April 22 and Sunday, April 24
On Friday, the first 2,500 adults 15 and older will receive a bobblehead doll of former R-Phils and current St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Scott Rolen, compliments of Blue Ball National Bank. Then, on Sunday it's the kids' turn as the first 2,000 girls and boys under 14 will receive a "Scotty" bobblehead. This Scott Rolen bobblehead is compliments of Pepsi and Turkey Hill mini markets.
Akron Aeros (Eastern League)
Pet Day
Sunday, April 24
The Akron Aeros invite all fans to bring their pet(s) to Canal Park for the 2:05 p.m. game against the Altoona Curve. "Pet Day" is sponsored by the Humane Society of Greater Akron.
Montgomery Biscuits (Southern League)
Bark in the Park Day
Saturday, April 23
Montgomery Biscuits fans will be treated to a spectacular performance at Montgomery Riverwalk Stadium by the American Frisbee Dogs.
Corpus Christi Hooks (Texas League)
Whataburger Family Day
Wednesday, April 20
The Corpus Christi Hooks will host "Whataburger Family Day" presented by Whataburger Time Warner Cable and 97.5 KFTX on Wednesday. The special giveaway to the first 2,500 fans will be umbrellas, sponsored by the Willow Financial Group.
Tulsa Drillers (Texas League)
80's Night
Thursday, April 21
Drillers fans of all ages will be pulling out their Rubik's Cube, parachute pants and fat shoe laces and breakdancing their way out to Drillers Stadium. The Drillers will be turning back the clock to the fun, unique styles of the 1980's and will have 80's trivia throughout the night. In addition, the first 1,000 fans will receive a glow-in-the-dark yo-yo. This event is courtesy of the Metropolitan Environmental Trust (The M.E.T.) and Mix96 FM.
Tampa Yankees (Florida State League)
Bill Currie Ford Night
Saturday, April 23
The Tampa Yankees will be hosting "Bill Currie Ford Night" at Legends Field on Saturday. As part of the event, the Yankees will be distributing commemorative1938 World Series pins to the first 2,000 fans in attendance. The 1938 Yankees, who swept the Chicago Cubs in the World Series for their third consecutive World Championship, were guided by baseball legends such as Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Lefty Gomez, Red Ruffing and Bill Dickey.
Toledo Mud Hens (International League)
The Queen's Birthday
Thursday, April 21
The Mud Hens will celebrate the Queen's birthday and fans attending Fifth Third Field on Thursday will be given the Royal Treatment. There will be a special crown giveway to the first 1,000 fans in attendance. Also, don't worry if you were not selected as your high school's king or queen of the prom. The Mud Hens will provide a chance at redemption as they will be selecting a King and Queen of the game.
Round Rock Express (Pacific Coast League)
Dell Diamond Replicas
Saturday, April 23
The first 2,000 Round Rock fans 18 and over attending Saturday's game against New Orleans will receive a Dell Diamond replica courtesy of the Dell Computer Corporation. The Dell Diamond has been the home of the Express since being constructed in 2000.
Memphis Redbirds (Pacific Coast League)
Retro Night
Saturday, April 23
Saturday night against the Omaha Royals is "Retro Night," which means the first 1,500 fans with a paid admission will receive a voucher for a free Redbirds Tie-Dye T-Shirt. The voucher can be redeemed inside AutoZone Park during the game.
New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Eastern League)
Brandon League Bobblehead Night
Friday, April 22
The first 1,500 fans entering Fisher Cats ballpark for Friday's game against Binghamton will receive a bobblehead doll of former Fisher Cats star pitcher Brandon League courtesy of Catholic Medical Center.