Series Preview: Squirrels end July with showdown against league-best Sea Dogs
The Flying Squirrels close out the month of July against the Portland Sea Dogs, Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, Tuesday, July 25 through Sunday, July 30. Portland, which boasts seven of the Red Sox's top 20 prospects according to MLB.com, enters the series atop the Eastern League Northeast
The Flying Squirrels close out the month of July against the Portland Sea Dogs, Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, Tuesday, July 25 through Sunday, July 30. Portland, which boasts seven of the Red Sox's top 20 prospects according to MLB.com, enters the series atop the Eastern League Northeast Division standings while also staking claim to the league's best overall record.
This six-game set kicks off Tuesday, July 25 with an Irish T-shirt giveaway and happy hour and also features a Camp Day midday game on Wednesday, July 26, multiple fireworks shows and Boy Scout Night on Friday, July 28.
Fans can purchase tickets online at SquirrelsBaseball.com/Tickets, by phone at 804-359-FUNN (3866) or in person at the Flying Squirrels offices.
The full promotional schedule for the homestand is listed below:
Tuesday, July 25 vs. Portland Sea Dogs
6:35 PM First Pitch | 5:30 PM Gates | TICKETS
Celebrate Summer St. Paddy's Day at The Diamond! The first 1,000 fans ages 21 and older will take home a Nutzy Irish T-shirt courtesy of Bud Light. Arrive early for a pregame performance by internationally known fiddler Mike Ferry and enjoy happy hour drink specials from 5:30-7:30 PM including $2 12-ounce domestic beers at all lower concession stands, upper concourse beer carts and the Budweiser Thirsty Acorn.
It's also another Silver Squirrels game! Fans 55 and older are eligible to join the Silver Squirrels presented by OrthoVirginia and receive exclusive member benefits such as tickets to every Tuesday regular season home game, a Silver Squirrels T-shirt, a voucher for 10 free food items, and more. CLICK HERE for more information.
Wednesday, July 26 vs. Portland Sea Dogs
12:05 PM First Pitch | 11 AM Gates | TICKETS
Summer campers will fill the seats for a midweek matinee game as part of Camp Day at The Diamond presented by Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Fans ages 21 and older can also enjoy $5 glasses of wine and $6 wine slushies from 11 AM-1 PM at the Wine Cart located on the main concourse across from Gilbane Fan Services. Additionally, all dogs are admitted free every Wednesday regular season home game. Please request a dog-friendly section if accompanied by a pet.
Thursday, July 27 vs. Portland Sea Dogs
6:35 PM First Pitch | 5:30 PM Gates | TICKETS
Put on your maroon and orange, get ready to jump to "Enter Sandman" and join the Richmond Hokie Club for Virginia Tech Night. Students, faculty and staff can get $5 General Admission tickets simply by presenting a valid Virginia Tech ID at any ticket booth outside the front gates. Additionally, fans can show their support for the Squirrels and the Hokies by sporting limited-edition maroon and orange gear available at the Squirrels Nest Team Store.
Be sure to stick around after the game for In-Your-Face Fireworks courtesy of Seredni Tire & Auto.
Friday, July 28 vs. Portland Sea Dogs
6:35 PM First Pitch | 5:30 PM Gates | TICKETS
Join las Ardillas Voladoras de Richmond for a celebration of Hispanic music and dance presented by Reynolds Community College. It's also Boy Scout Night featuring a pregame scout parade from 5:45-6:05 PM and postgame scout sleepover in the outfield.
Fans can enjoy happy hour drink specials from 5:30-7:30 PM including $2 12-ounce domestic beers at all lower concession stands, upper concourse beer carts and the Budweiser Thirsty Acorn. $2 Pepsi fountain sodas are also available at the Papa Johns stand on the main concourse.
Saturday, July 29 vs. Portland Sea Dogs
6:05 PM First Pitch | 5:00 PM Gates | TICKETS
The Flying Squirrels and The Good Feet Store join forces to celebrate active-duty military members and veterans while also honoring those soldiers who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
Active-duty military members and veterans can receive two free General Admission tickets simply by presenting a valid military ID at one of the ticket booths outside The Diamond.
Arrive early and join us in welcoming Vietnam War veteran and POW survivor Paul Galanti to throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the game. Then stay in your seats after the game for a special presentation to honor TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors) families and the military members represented as part of our military jersey auction followed by In-Your-Face Fireworks.
Sunday, July 30 vs. Portland Sea Dogs
1:35 PM First Pitch | 12:30 PM Gates | TICKETS
The first 1,000 kids ages 14 and younger will receive a youth kite courtesy of Starry as part of Let's Go Fly a Kite Day at The Diamond.
Families are invited to play catch on the field before every Sunday home game courtesy of Nesquik. Fans can access the field through Section 107-108 gate from 12:45-1:00 PM.
Then after the game, kids 14 and younger can run the bases thanks to Richmond Family Magazine. Line up outside the Squirrels Nest Team Store immediately following the game. Parents and guardians will be permitted on the field with their kids and can meet them at home plate after they run the bases.
For tickets or more information, visit SquirrelsBaseball.com/Tickets, call 804-359-FUNN (3866) or stop by the Flying Squirrels offices at The Diamond.