Milestone Fan: Renegades set to welcome 5 millionth fan on Tuesday, May 26
Wappingers Falls, N.Y. (May 22, 2026) – For 32 years the Hudson Valley Renegades have been providing affordable, family fun at Heritage Financial Park, and are preparing to welcome their 5 millionth fan for Renegades baseball all-time on Tuesday, May 26 when the team hosts the Bowling Green Hot Rods,
Wappingers Falls, N.Y. (May 22, 2026) – For 32 years the Hudson Valley Renegades have been providing affordable, family fun at Heritage Financial Park, and are preparing to welcome their 5 millionth fan for Renegades baseball all-time on Tuesday, May 26 when the team hosts the Bowling Green Hot Rods, the Tampa Bay Rays’ High-A affiliate.
The 155th guest through the gates at Heritage Financial Park on May 26 will be the milestone fan, a testament to the long-running popularity of the Renegades. The lucky fan will be showered in prizes, including a Summit Club membership for the remainder of the season, two tickets to see Thomas Rhett at Bethel Woods, $250 worth of groceries from Hannaford Supermarkets, free parking, a team-signed jersey and bat, and the chance to win $25,000! Additionally, the can expect VIP treatment for the night complete with a mid-inning recognition and confetti cannons.
“We are so excited to help our 5 millionth fan find their fun on Tuesday night at Heritage Financial Park,” said Tom Denlinger, General Manager of the Renegades. “This is truly a special milestone for our organization, and we want to make it a special night for the people who have made it happen for 32 years – Renegades fans.”
The full list of prizes for the 5 millionth fan from the Renegades and our corporate partners is as follows:
- Customized Renegades pinstripe jersey signifying the fan being the 5 millionth fan
- Choice of signed bat and Renegades jersey or game-used Renegades jersey
- Complimentary Summit Club Membership for the remainder of the 2026 season (2 tickets in the 100 or 200 level)
- Free full-season parking pass for the remainder of the 2026 season
- $50 gift card to spend at Heritage Financial Park
- Adjustable Renegades Hat
- New York Yankees ticket vouchers (redeemable at select 2026 Yankees home games)
- Seats will be upgraded to the WMCHealth Club Lounge for the night
- Opportunity to participate in a Lucky Strike challenge to win $25,000
- Frost Buddy Universal Can Cooler, Flashlight and Two (2) Fidget Spinners from Camelot Print & Copy Centers
- $250 gift card to Hannaford Supermarkets
- Usage of Heritage Financial Credit Union’s Diamond Club seats on July 10 or Aug. 15
- Two (2) tickets to see Thomas Rhett at the Bethel Woods Performing Arts Center on Aug. 8 from iHeartMedia of the Hudson Valley
- Westchester Medical Center Health Network swag bag featuring a lunch box, water bottles, first aid kit, mug, t-shirt and teddy bear)
- One (1) free window and a free uncatered outing in the Renewal by Anderson Lookout on mutually agreeable date by Renewal by Anderson
- Two (2) free HOT WAX car washes from Foam & Wash
- $150 gift card to Lifeline Autoworks
- Pepsi swag bag
- Central Hudson toy utility truck and shirt
Additionally, there will be an enter-to-win contest at the ballpark where four lucky fans can win prizes for being part of the special night. Prizes available to the runners up are:
- Frost Buddy Can Cooler, Flashlight, Two (2) Fidget Spinners, and New York Yankees ticket vouchers presented by Camelot Print & Copy Centers
- $250 gift card to Hannaford Supermarkets and use of the Heritage Financial Credit Union Diamond Club seats on July 10 or Aug. 15
- Two (2) tickets to see Thomas Rhett at the Bethel Woods Center for the Performing Arts on Aug. 8 courtesy of iHeartMedia of the Hudson Valley
- Pepsi swag bag including multiple items along with a Solo Stove portable fire pit
Tuesday’s game is Women In Sports Night, featuring a special pregame Women In Sports Panel. First pitch is scheduled for 6:05 p.m., with gates opening for Summit Club Members at 4:30 p.m. and for general ticketholders at 5 p.m.
It is also a Silver Gades Tuesday with Baseball Bingo presented by Partner Rentals. Learn more about joining the Silver Gades Club, the official 55-and-over membership club of the Renegades here. As on every Tuesday, service industry workers park free when they display their name badge at the Bella Painting Parking booths.
Tickets for the game can be purchased online by clicking here, over the phone by calling the Renegades Ticket Office at (845) 838-0094 or in-person during business hours at the Ticket Office powering every play presented by Central Hudson at Heritage Financial Park.
ABOUT THE HUDSON VALLEY RENEGADES
The Hudson Valley Renegades have served as the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees since 2021 and are three-time South Atlantic League North Division Champions. Since 1994, the Renegades have provided the Hudson Valley with affordable, family-friendly entertainment through the game of baseball at Heritage Financial Park, part of the award-winning Dutchess County Parks system. Learn more about hosting your event at the ballpark at www.heritagefinancialpark.com.
Summit Club Memberships and Group Tickets for the 2026 season are on sale now, and may be purchased at www.hvrenegades.com or over the phone by calling (845) 838-0094. Keep up to date on Renegades news by following the team (@HVRenegades) on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.
ABOUT DIAMOND BASEBALL HOLDINGS
Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH) was formed in 2021 to support, promote and enhance Minor League Baseball Clubs affiliated with Major League Baseball through professional management, best practices, innovation and investment (DiamondBaseballHoldings.com).