Series Preview: Squirrels wrap up first half vs. Sens
The Flying Squirrels bring the first half of the season to a close against the Harrisburg Senators, Double-A affiliate of the Washington Nationals, Tuesday, June 20 through Sunday, June 25. The series will also feature the return of former Flying Squirrels infielder Frankie Tostado. The Richmond fan-favorite was selected by
The Flying Squirrels bring the first half of the season to a close against the Harrisburg Senators, Double-A affiliate of the Washington Nationals, Tuesday, June 20 through Sunday, June 25. The series will also feature the return of former Flying Squirrels infielder Frankie Tostado. The Richmond fan-favorite was selected by the Mariners in the minor-league phase of the Rule 5 draft this past offseason before being traded to the Natioanls and homered against his former squad in his Senators debut on April 13.
This six-game set kicks off with a salute to the Fan District and includes the 4th Annual Pride Night at The Diamond, an Iron Man mini bobblehead giveaway and appearances by the Dynamo Dogs and PJ Masks!
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, June 20 vs. Harrisburg Senators
6:35 PM First Pitch | 5:30 PM Gates | TICKETS
If you're a fan of the Fan, then this night is for you! The first 1,000 fans 15 and older will receive a folding fan with a street outline of the Fan District courtesy of Richmond Virginia Orthodontics.
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, June 21 vs. Harrisburg Senators
6:35 PM First Pitch | 5:00 PM Gates | TICKETS
The Flying Squirrels are saluting dogs with jobs by welcoming the high-flying, frisbee-catching canines the Dynamo Dogs for performances throughout the game! All dogs (working or not) are admitted free every Wednesday regular season home game. Please request a dog-friendly section if accompanied by a pet.
The festivities will kick off with a "Go Nuts for Reading" parade around the warning track presented by M&T Bank beginning at 5:15 PM. Students must be in line by 5:45 PM to participate in the parade.
Fans can also enjoy $5 glasses of wine and $6 wine slushies from 5:30-7:30 PM at the Wine Cart located on the main concourse across from Gilbane Fan Services.
Thursday, June 22 vs. Harrisburg Senators
6:35 PM First Pitch | 5:30 PM Gates | TICKETS
JMU fans, this is your night! Rock your purple and gold Dukes gear then stick around after the game and enjoy fireworks from up close and inside the fences presented by Army Recruiting.
Friday, June 23 vs. Harrisburg Senators
6:35 PM First Pitch | 5:30 PM Gates | TICKETS
Join the Flying Squirrels and Virginia Pride in celebrating the 4th Annual Pride Night at The Diamond! The first 1,000 fans ages 15 and older will receive a RVA Pride T-shirt (adult sizes S-XXXL, while supplies last) courtesy of CarMax.
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, June 24 vs. Harrisburg Senators
6:05 PM First Pitch | 5:00 PM Gates | TICKETS
The Flying Squirrels will again don their new "Marvel-ized" on-field look as part of Marvel Super Hero Night at The Diamond. The 1,500 fans ages 15 and older will receive an Iron Man mini bobblehead courtesy of your Richmond Area Honda Dealers. Be sure to stick around after the game and enjoy a super fireworks show from up close and inside the fences!
Sunday, June 25 vs. Harrisburg Senators
1:35 PM First Pitch | 12:30 PM Gates | TICKETS
It’s going to be action-packed fun with the PJ Masks - Catboy, Owlette & Gekko! Kids can meet these heroes on the main stage throughout the game courtesy of the Primrose Schools.
Meet and greet times are as follows:
12:35-1:05 PM
1:35-2:05 PM
2:35-3:05 PM
3:35-4:05 PM
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.