BlueClaws, Brookdale to Play Exhibition Game on April 4th

LAKEWOOD, NJ - Before the BlueClaws leave for a season-opening road trip, fans can see the team for the first time on Monday, April 4th when the BlueClaws meet Brookdale Community College in an exhibition game at FirstEnergy Park.

Admission to the exhibition game is free and seating is general admission. Gates will open at 6:00 pm and first pitch is at 6:35 pm. Concession stands will be open. 

"We're very excited to be able to open the ballpark and have our fans see the team before they head out for a week on the road," said BlueClaws General Manager Chris Tafrow. "It should be a great night for our players and fans alike as we get ready for Opening Day on April 14th."

Shawn Williams, who managed the BlueClaws last year, returns to manage the team again this season. The BlueClaws Opening Day roster will be announced at a later date.

Brookdale has won 33 Garden State Athletic Conference championships, 13 Region XIX titles, four Northeast District titles, and made 13 appearances in the NJCAA World Series.

John "The Count" Montefusco and Denny Walling are two of the former Brookdale baseball players that went on to play in the big leagues. 

The BlueClaws first home game is Thursday, April 14th against Greensboro (Marlins) after the team starts the season in Lexington on April 7th.

Opening Day at FirstEnergy Park is presented by Jenkinson's Boardwalk and is a Thirsty Thursday with dollar beer and soda plus 50-cent wings.

April 15th, 16th, and 17th comprise Asbury Park Press Dollar Weekend, with $1 tickets at those three games.

Tickets for the 2016 are available by calling 732-901-7000 option 3 or online at BlueClaws.com.

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