From the Desk of the GM - June 1, 2009

“Upcoming home stand – June 5-11”

Hard to believe this is GM Blog #30. When I started doing this in January, I thought I would run out of things to talk about. Well, 30 blogs later, I’m still writing and judging by the emails I’ve received, it’s more than just my Mom and Dad that are reading them!

Some highlights of what’s happening at the ballpark the next seven games:

Friday, June 5 vs. Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks – 7 p.m. – Flashback Friday #2 – Chris Kokinda will be here wearing his familiar #8 jersey, throwing out the opening pitch, signing autographs and saying hello to some old and new friends. Don’t forget, that jersey that he will be wearing for the opening pitch will be autographed by Chris and auctioned off during the game. Goldeyes will be wearing the retro jerseys and hats again.

Also on this night, we will be celebrating our 3,000,000th fan at Canwest Park. To celebrate, we’ve teamed up with the good people at Manitoba Lotteries Corporation and will be handing out 5,000 red Goldeyes hats that say “I’m the 3,000,000th fan – June 5, 2009” on the side.

Saturday, June 6 vs. Fargo – 6 p.m. – It’s Prom Night at the ballpark! Since it’s the month of graduations and proms, we thought we’d bring that tradition to the ballpark. Watch out for Goldeyes staff wearing beautiful prom dresses and handsome tuxes. I’ve got my powder blue, polyester tuxedo all ready to go, what will you be wearing?

Sunday, June 7 vs. Fargo – 1:30 p.m. – Collapsible clothes hamper giveaway to the first 2,500 fans courtesy of Boston Pizza. Not only are these good looking items with Goldie on one side and the Boston Pizza logo on the other, they are useful as well. Sorry, laundry service not included.

Monday, June 8 vs. Gary SouthShore RailCats – 7 p.m. – Fireworks after the game! Archangel Fireworks continues to provide shows full of shock and awe.

Tuesday, June 9 vs. Gary – 7 p.m. – Choo Choo Tuesday! Get out your conductor hats and scarves, and come down to the park for a chance to win a trip for two courtesy of Via Rail.

Wednesday, June 10 vs. Gary – 7 p.m. – The very entertaining duo called “Quick Change” will be here. You won’t believe your eyes as they change outfits right in front of you.

Thursday, June 11 vs. Gary – Noon – Our first regular season mid-week noon game of the year. These are always tons of fun, not only for the 4,000 or so school kids that come out, but also for the 3,000 or so people that probably should be working but have taken an “extended” lunch break.

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Until next time…