Express Returns Home April 24-27
ROUND ROCK, Texas - The Round Rock Express returns home this Thursday, April 24 for a four-game series against division-rival Memphis Redbirds (St. Louis Cardinals Triple-A affiliate).
Thursday, April 24th is the third annual "Bark in the Park" presented by Action Pack Dog Center. Fans are invited to bring their dogs out and enjoy the game from the berm. There will be a pre-game dog parade around the warning track at 6 p.m. and a baseball-themed dog costume contest. The top three winners will receive a gift card to Action Pack Dog Center. Fans must pre-register for this event as walk-ups will not be allowed. Visit RoundRockExpress.com to register.
Thursday also marks the return of The Original Thirsty Thursday, presented by Firetrol Protection Systems. Fans can enjoy discounted draft beer and $1 sodas.
Friday is another Bud Light Friday Fireworks when the Central Texas sky lights up following the Express game. Pacific Coast League President Branch Rickey III will throw out the night's ceremonial first pitch.
The first 5,000 fans through the gates on Saturday will get a 2014 Express team photo, presented by AT&T. Former Longhorn wide receiver James Kirkendoll will throw out the game's ceremonial first pitch.
Sunday is H-E-B Kids Day with pre-game events outside the stadium and post-game run the bases for fans 12 and under. All Junior Sluggers will get to take part in a group photo in the Express dugout.
Express games are broadcast on The Horn 104.9 FM and steamed live online at www.hornfm.com.
Below are highlights and promotions for each game of the four-game homestand.
Thursday, April 24 | 7:05 p.m. | Express vs. Memphis Redbirds (St. Louis Cardinals)
media partner: 104.9 The Horn FM (Austin Radio Network)
- Bark in the Park presented by Action Pack Dog Center
- The Original Thirsty Thursday presented by Firetrol - Discount draft beer and $1 sodas
Friday, April 25 | 7:05 p.m. | Express vs. Memphis Redbirds (St. Louis Cardinals)
media partner: 104.9 The Horn FM (Austin Radio Network)
- Bud Light Friday Fireworks - postgame fireworks show
- Ceremonial first pitch by Pacific Coast League President Branch Rickey III
Saturday, April 26 | 7:05 p.m. | Express vs. Memphis Redbirds (St. Louis Cardinals)
media partner: 104.9 The Horn FM (Austin Radio Network)
- Express team photo giveaway (first 3,000 fans) presented by AT&T
- Ceremonial first pitch by former University of Texas wide receiver James Kirkendoll
Sunday, April 27 | 1:05 p.m. | Express vs. Memphis Redbirds (St. Louis Cardinals)
media partner: 104.9 The Horn FM (Austin Radio Network)
- H-E-B Kids Day - pre-game events outside the stadium & post-game run the bases (12 & under)
- Junior Sluggers Group Photo
For more information on the Express, visit www.RoundRockExpress.com or call (512) 255-2255. Keep up with the Express on Facebook and Twitter!