Drillers Home For 6 Games, June 25-30
The Tulsa Drillers will host the Texas League South Division's San Antonio Missions and Corpus Christi Hooks for the second and final time this season. The six-game homestand will run Wednesday, June 25 through Monday, June 30.
All games in the homestand, with one exception, will start at 7:05PM. The game with the Hooks on June 29 will be the final Sunday afternoon game of the season with first scheduled for 2:05PM.
The promotions for the homestand are headlined by two fireworks games, including the annual Independence Holiday Fireworks Extravaganza on Monday, June 30. It will be the area's first Independence Fireworks Show and the largest of the season at ONEOK Field. The Drillers are out of town on July 4.
Other promotions will include a Patriotic Jersey Giveaway on Thursday, June 26 and another Bark-In-The-Park event for the opener on Wednesday, June 25.
The complete promotional list for the homestand is below.
Individual tickets for all the games, and any other game this season, are currently available for purchase online at TulsaDrillers.com, in person at the ONEOK Field Ticket Office (201 N. Elgin Avenue) or over the phone at (918) 744-5901.
STARS ON THE RISE: The Drillers roster currently features five of the Rockies Top 20 Prospects, according to MLB.com, in RHP Jon Gray (#1 overall), C Tom Murphy (#7 overall), LHP Tyler Anderson (#11 overall), SS Cristhian Adames (#15 overall) and RHP Scott Oberg (#17 overall).
San Antonio currently features 6 of the top 20 San Diego Padre prospects, 4 of which are outfielders: C Austin Hedges (#1 overall), OF Hunter Renfroe (#5 overall), OF Rymer Liriano (#6 overall), OF Reymond Fuentes (#16 overall), OF Travis Jankowski (#17 overall) and 2B Cory Spangenberg (#19 overall).
The current Corpus Christi roster features three of the top 20 overall Houston Astros prospects: Delino DeShields (OF, #6 overall) Nolan Fontana (SS, #17 overall) and Kyle Smith (RHP, #18 overall).
SIZING UP THE COMPETITION: The Drillers and Missions split six meeting during the first half of the season with San Antonio winning two of three games at ONEOK Field. The Drillers were 2-4 against the Hooks with a 1-2 record in three games in Tulsa.
SUMMER WARM UP: As a team, the Drillers are hitting .283 in 21 games during the month of June. They hit only .246 in April and .255 in May. Jayson Langfels and Cristhian Adames are leading the way with .404 and .360 averages. Ryan Casteel is hitting .306 with 5 homers and 15 runs batted in.
PERFECT JUNE: Closer Cole White has enjoyed a perfect month of June. White is 2-0 with a 0.00 ERA and is 3 for 3 in save opportunities. He has allowed only 1 hit in 9.1 innings of work.
TULSA DRILLERS SCHEDULE/PROMOTIONS (June 25-30)
Wednesday, June 25 . . . San Antonio Missions (7:05 PM) - Gates Open at 6:00 PM
BARK-IN-THE-PARK
Treat your canine companions to a night out at ONEOK Field with our Bark-In-The-Park, presented by the City Vet Hospital, Animal Aid of Tulsa and 94.1 The Breeze. Fans are encouraged to bring their dogs out to enjoy the game from the grass berms. All owners must present proof of their dog's current rabies vaccination. Dogs must enter through either the Arvest or Oil Derrick Entrances and are only permitted on the concourse and Primeaux Kia Lawn. Great prize giveaways and pet information are available throughout the game along the outfield concourse.
Thursday, June 26. . . San Antonio Missions (7:05 PM) - Gates Open at 6:00 PM
FOX23 SUPER THURSDAY PATRIOTIC JERSEYS
The Drillers will be giving away Patriotic-themed Drillers jerseys to the first 1,000 fans on the last Thursday home game before Independence Day! The unique jerseys feature a blue, camouflage design and are given out courtesy of Primeaux Kia, 106.9 KHITS and FOX23!
THIRSTY THURSDAY
Just in case an evening at the ballpark is not enough incentive, it is also Thirsty Thursday! Twelve ounce servings of Budweiser and Bud Light and 16 ounce servings of Pepsi products will all be on sale for only $1 each.
Friday, June 27 . . . San Antonio Missions (7:05 PM) - Gates Open at 6:00 PM
NEWS ON 6 FRIDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS
Recently listed Number 1 by the Oklahoma Magazine in its list of "100 things to do this summer in Oklahoma" is the fan-favorite News on 6 Friday Night Fireworks, presented by News on 6 and 98.5 KVOO! It's the best fireworks show in town, and the best way to spend your Friday night!
OBI BLOOD DRIVE
The Oklahoma Blood Institute will also conduct a blood drive from 4-9 PM at ONEOK Field. Help save a life by donating blood. Those donating blood will receive two free tickets to the Drillers game and Fireworks Show on Friday, July 18.
Saturday, June 28 . . . Corpus Christi Hooks (7:05 PM) - Gates Open at 6:00 PM
TULSA'S CHANNEL 8 GRAND SLAM SATURDAY/ MICKEY MANTLE TRIPLE CROWN RING GIVEAWAY
Celebrate one of Oklahoma's most legendary natives at Mickey Mantle Night. The first 1,500 fans, ages 5 and up, will receive commemorative rings highlighting Mickey's 1956 Triple Crown Season courtesy of ONB Bank, 97.5 KMOD and Tulsa's Channel 8. In addition, Mickey's sons, Danny and David Mantle will be in attendance to meet and visit fans. There will also be a one-of-a-kind Mickey Mantle memorabilia collection on display in Black Gold Outfitters. If you are a Mickey Mantle fan, you will not want to miss this giveaway!
SAFELITE IN THE STREET
Safelite AutoGlass will be set up on Elgin Avenue with their "Safelite In the Street" Crew replacing and fixing windshields. Spaces are limited and reservations are necessary, and all appointments will receive two tickets to the game. You can call (918)307-9696 to make an appointment to have your windshield replaced or repaired while you enjoy the Drillers game! In addition, Safelite will be collecting food donations for the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma. Each can donated will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a Drillers team autographed jersey.
Sunday, June 29 . . . Corpus Christi Hooks (2:05 PM) - Gates Open at 12:30 PM
2 WORKS FOR YOU KIDS EAT FREE SOUVENIR SUNDAY/
DRILLERS AUTOGRAPH BOOKS
Presented by Green Country Chevy Dealers, K95.5 and 2 Works for You, all kids 12 and under will receive a voucher for a free hot dog, juice and ice cream novelty. Additionally, the first 500 kids into the ballpark will receive official Drillers autograph books. Get here early for signatures of future MLB stars!
KIDS BASEBALL SKILLS CLINIC/ KIDS RUN THE BASES
From 12:45-1:15, the Drillers will conduct their last Kids Baseball Skills Clinic of the season. Kids have the opportunity to learn the fundamental skills of baseball from professional players and coaches! Plus, after the game, kids can run the bases! The line for both events will begin at the bottom of Sections 103 and 104.
Monday, June 30 . . . Corpus Christi Hooks (7:05 PM) - Gates Open at 6:00 PM
INDEPENDENCE FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA
Begin your 4th of July Week with our Independence Day celebration! We will have our biggest Fireworks Extravaganza of the season in honor of our country's Independence Day Holiday. It is all presented by River Spirit Casino, Tulsa's Channel 8 and AM 1430 The Buzz. Come celebrate our great country with its greatest past time!
HERE'S TO THE HEROES CARD SET GIVEAWAY/ JERSEY AUCTION
A card set featuring 20 of Tulsa's local military heroes will be distributed to the first 1,000 fans at the game. It's a truly special way to recognize and support local veterans. All active and retired military can receive 2 FREE Primeaux Kia Lawn tickets by presenting a valid military ID at the ticket windows.
Also, Drillers players will be wearing special edition American Flag-themed jerseys and caps that will be available for purchase in silent auctions held during the game, presented by Budweiser. Each Drillers player will sign his jersey and cap. All proceeds will benefit the Folds of Honor Foundation.