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18 Weeks To Go Until the Brewers Mini-Marathon….10 Weeks until the 5K Sausages Run/Walk!
Last week, John, Trenni and I visited the official training partner of the Brewers Mini, Performance Running Outfitters in Brookfield, to get geared up so we can officially begin training. Not only does Performance Running provide high quality shoes, apparel, and accessories (with a discount for John and Cait readers!) , but they will also be providing the pace team for the race and they have developed an official training program for it. [For more information on the program, or to register, click here.]
The 14th Annual 5K Famous Racing Sausages Run/Walk will be held at Miller Park on Saturday, July 28, starting at 8 a.m. (for runners like you!) and 8:15 a.m. (for walkers). Applications are now available online at brewers.com/5krunwalk.
I’ve run in this 5k in the past and it’s always a blast. Even if you are not so ambitious as to be preparing for the Brewers Mini, it’s one of the most unique races in the area and, with the walk option, is also a great event for families.
One very unique feature of this event is that participants actually get to test their skills against the Famous Racing Sausages, who also run the course. The run will begin and end at the Klement’s Sausage Haus where the Brat, Hot Dog, Chorizo, Italian Sausage and Polish Sausage join the crowd on the course. And, Brewers first base coach Ed Sedar will serve celebrity starter for this year’s event.
The route also makes its way around the warning track of Miller Park, making it excellent practice for the Brewers Mini –when else are you going to get a chance to test that terrain?
All participants must be pre-registered and the event is is filling quickly, so it is recommended that those interested register ASAP for this event.
So far, there are 26 States and the Armed Forces – Europe represented in the participants.
For the $30 registration fee, participants in the Run/Walk receive a commemorative t-shirt, a Terrace Reserved ticket voucher good for one of eight Brewers 2012 home games, a bottle of Aquafina water, a Klement’s hot dog and a beer for participants 21 and older. The overall top male finisher and the overall top female finisher also receive a year’s worth of Klement’s meat products.
Participants can create/join teams when they register. Teams of 15 people or more will get their team names on the back of their t-shirts.
All proceeds of the event will help Brewers Community Foundation extend financial support to non-profits that provide quality programming in the areas of health, education, recreation and basic needs and this year, the fundraising component returns as participants and fans are encouraged to help raise additional funds to benefit Fisher House Wisconsin. Participants can learn about incentive levels, prizes and read the official rules for fundraising at brewers.com/5kfundraising.
Any questions regarding the 5K Famous Racing Sausages Run/Walk or the fundraising component can be directed to Meredith Malone at meredith.malone@brewers.com or by visiting brewers.com/5krunwalk.
Stay tuned for our next training post as we prepare for these two fun events!
To join us at one or both of these great races:
- Register for the 5K Run Walk at brewers.com/5krunwalk
[Follow @BrewersCF and use hashtag #5KSausageRunWalk for updates!]
- Register for the Brewers Mini at brewersmini.com
[Follow @BrewersEvents and use hashtag #BrewersMini for updates!]
Can’t race, but still want to help some great causes?
- Support the Fisher House by making a donation to our team here .
- Support the MACC Fun by making a donation to our team here.
Happy Running!
- Cait
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About Fisher House: Fisher House provides a “home away from home” for military and veterans’ families to be close to a loved one during hospitalization for an illness, disease or injury at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee. Currently, veterans from 23 different states of all generations travel to the Milwaukee VA medical center for treatment at the Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) center, while 8,000 Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans receive treatment here in Milwaukee for their wounds or injuries. Veterans and their families living beyond 50 miles from the Milwaukee VA hospital are eligible to stay for free at the Fisher House if they need to overnight. The Fisher House program recognizes the special sacrifices of our men and women in uniform and ensures that they are provided with the comforts of home in a supportive environment. Due to this need, the future Milwaukee home will be one of the largest built in the United States. Fisher House Wisconsin is scheduled to break ground in 2013.
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Sponsors of this year’s 5K Famous Racing Sausages Run/Walk are: Brewers.com, Chevrolet, Klement’s, Olympus Group, Pepsi, Prime Time Timing, Rexnord, SportService, Time Warner Cable, Navy Club USA – WI Squadron, Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association WI Chapter 45-1, Wisconsin Athletic Club and 2-Story Creative.
Gallardo and Lucroy Trade Places With Southwest Employees For The Day
If you were at Milwaukee’s General Mitchell International Airport today and saw some things that were out of the ordinary in Concourse D, your eyes weren’t playing tricks on you.
Yes, that was Yovani Gallardo guiding a Southwest Boeing 737 into gate D52. Yes, that was Bernie Brewer and the Famous Racing Sausages unloading luggage. And, yes, that was Jonathan Lucroy riding the tug, pushing Southwest flight 584 off to Phoenix.
Southwest Airlines, the Official Airline of the Milwaukee Brewers, invited Gallardo, Lucroy, Bernie and the Famous Racing Sausages to help out at the airport for an hour today. I accompanied Yovani and Jonathan to the airport today for their visit and it was an enjoyable day for everyone.
Yovani, Jonathan, the Brewers mascots and the Southwest crew on the tarmac.
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The entire operation is like clockwork. The ground crew can’t afford to be late or inefficient with their jobs as getting passengers to their destination quickly and safely is priority number one.
The plane landed in Milwaukee for a brief “stopover” before continuing on to Phoenix (where the Brewers will play this weekend). When the plane landed Yovani helped the ground crew guide the plane into the gate. He also later helped with luggage. At the same time, Jonathan was up at the gate greeting passengers who weren’t continuing on to Phoenix.
When it was time for the next group of passengers to get on the plane, Jonathan was right there making announcements and Yovani was scanning tickets. After the plane was loaded up, the Brewers battery returned to the tarmac to push the plane from the gate and send it off to Phoenix. Landed, unloaded, reloaded and back in the air all in about one hour.
“It was neat to see the behind-the-scenes operations here,” Lucroy said of the job shadow. ”I was really amazed at how fast everything went today.”
I’ve always loved airplanes and flying, so this was a treat for me too. It was great to see what it takes to get a plane to the gate on time and back up in the air. Even with the distraction of Yovani, Jonathan and the mascots, the crew knew where to be and when to be there to carry out their jobs.
Special thanks goes out to the Brewers Corporate Marketing Department, the crew from Southwest Airlines and our friends at Gen. Mitchell International Airport for helping with today’s event.
–JOHN
johnandcait@brewers.com
Brewers Community Foundation and Corey Hart Team Up to Support MPL’s Summer Reading Program
As the daughter of not one, but two retired librarians, you can imagine how I was surrounded by books growing up. My parents read to me nearly every night and I also learned to read at a very early age. I loved books like Where the Wild Things Are, Where the Sidewalk Ends, and Charlotte’s Web and devoured all sorts of series like Frog and Toad, Curious George, Angelina Ballerina, the Berenstain Bears, The Babysitter’s Club, Little House on the Prairie, American Girls, and so many more.
I have no doubt that my early introduction to reading helped me to succeed in academics and fostered my continued love affair of books to this day (I’m in two book clubs and I visit the library almost every week).
Here I am with my best friends in one of my book clubs.We were reading Jill Smolinski’s The Next Thing on My List and the author had called in to our meeting. We took a group photo so she could see who she was talking to! [L-R: Erin, Nikki, Me, Jana (with her baby boy, Bennett), Stephanie, Kathryn and Kristen.]
Corey Hart and his wife, Kristina, recognize super readers during a pregame ceremony last season.
“I think it is important for kids to get out there and read,” Corey told me. “The earlier you start reading, the better you are going to do in school. It comes a lot easier to my kids because they started reading early. I never read. I wish I would have. Now I read all the time.”
Travel is a big part of life for a Major League Baseball player and Corey often uses his travel time to read. Religion is also a big part of Corey’s life, so he enjoys reading Christian books.
“Right now I’m reading the Left Behind Series, a series of 16 books about The Rapture and life after. I’m on book three right now.”
Corey said he has a Nook, but that most times, he’d rather read an actual book.
Corey’s wife, Kristina, is also a big proponent of the reading program. The couple has four children; boys Matthew and Brye and girls, Alyssa and Ryleigh.
“My wife reads to the kids every night. We have one of those audio books where you can record your voice reading a story so when I am gone, they can play that,” Corey said. Growing up, Corey’s favorite book was Where the Red Fern Grows, but his children have different tastes. Right now, his oldest daughter is into The Diary of a Wimpy Kid books while his younger daughter prefers books about princesses. The boys like things such as Batman.
According to the Milwaukee Public Library, children who do not read over the summer can lose two to three months in reading skills. And, just 15 minutes of reading a day can have a huge impact on their learning. That’s why they’ve continually promoted a summer reading program each year.
To participate in the program, parents can bring their children to one of the 13 Milwaukee Public Libraries to sign up for the “Super Reader” summer reading program from now through August 30. Just for registering, children ages 0-12 will receive this yard/window sign, along with a folder they can use to track the time they spend reading or being read to.
The library will recognize Super Reader progress with free food coupons, attraction tickets, book bags, and even a free book for their home libraries. The program is free to sign up. Learn more at www.mpl.org/summerreading.
Speaking of reading, this post comes at a time when I am actually in the middle of reading former Brewers outfielder, Frank Catalanotto‘s new book, Heart and Hustle, and I thought that Brewers fans might enjoy reading a review of the book, as well as my thoughts about some other baseball books, so look for that to come in the not-so-distant future!
Happy reading!
-Cait
Chef’s Table for the Giants Series
The Chef’s Table for this three game set beginning with the Giants surprised me a bit. Chef John and his crew got pretty creative for this one, preparing a “Chinatown Banh Mi” sandwich.
The sandwich is centered on a beef sirloin glazed in brown sugar and soy sauce topped with Asian Slaw, radish, cucumbers and sweet chili mayonnaise. As always, the sandwich is served with the famous house made chips and a pickle.
The finished Chinatown Banh Mi Sandwich
The menu for the Giants series.
I didn’t have a chance to try it yet, but I will for sure check it out tomorrow and keep you updated. The sandwich can be yours for $9.25 and available outside section 215 on the Loge Level throughout the Giants series.
–JOHN
johnandcait@brewers.com
Brewers Road Crew Announces All-Inclusive Summer Trip to St. Louis, August 2 – 5
Looking for a great opportunity for a summer weekend getaway to watch Brewers baseball? Look no further as the Milwaukee Brewers and Brewers Enterprises today announced plans for a road trip to St. Louis, August 2 – 5, to catch the Brewers and Cardinals at Busch Stadium. This one-of-a-kind opportunity goes on sale today and is limited in capacity, so you are encouraged to act fast. Nearly every facet of this first-class experience will be handled by Brewers Enterprises.
As a part of the experience, fans will receive motor coach transportation to and from St. Louis (fans will receive complimentary vehicle parking at Miller Park while in St. Louis). Guests will receive continental breakfast, boxed lunches, snacks and beverages on departure day.
Fans will stay in the heart of downtown St. Louis for three nights at the Crowne Plaza – Downtown St. Louis, which is located across the street from the Gateway Arch and just a short walk away from Busch Stadium. The group will enjoy complimentary breakfast and cocktails during the trip at the hotel restaurant/lounge.
Fans taking the trip need not worry about tickets for the three-game weekend series as they are all included. On Friday, the group will enjoy the game from Party Suites that include all food and beverage. For Saturday’s game, fans will enjoy the game from Field Level seats down the third base line. For the series finale on Sunday afternoon, the group will sit in the Champions Club, which also features all-inclusive food and beverage.
In addition to attending the three games, the group will participate in a private tour of Busch Stadium, with many more special activities planned throughout the weekend. Participants will also receive a gift bag with customized Brewers gear and much more. There will be additional opportunities to win tickets to other St. Louis attractions, pairs of Brewers tickets for games at Miller Park, and Visa Check Cards.
The price for single occupancy is $1,595 and for double occupancy is $2,595. Each additional guest per room is $1300. These prices include all applicable taxes, fees and the above amenities. For more information and to reserve your spot, please call 414-902-4424 or click here. The package goes on sale today and space is limited.
–JOHN
johnandcait@brewers.com
What John and Cait Ate: Bloody Marys are a Meal at Miller Park
“When you come to a fork in the road, take it.”
-Yogi Berra
“When you come to a fork in the road, take it…and try these concessions!”
-John & Cait
This week in What John and Cait Ate Drank:
Miller Park Bloody Marys
During each homestand, we will be meeting with John DiMartini, Executive Chef at Delaware North Sportservice/Miller Park to sample some of the latest and greatest Miller Park fare and review it here, for you.
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Bloody Mary-$11.00
Have you tried the Bloody Marys at Miller Park? Available on several carts around the ballpark, these tomato-based drinks are especially perfect for days like today–a Sunday afternoon game.
“We experimented with a way to try to make these very unique to the Brewers, like adding in Secret Stadium Sauce, but that just didn’t work out,” said Eric Sampson, Club Level Manager at SportService.
That’s okay though, because SportService still puts their own twist on these drinks by combining Smirnoff Vodka and Ocean Spray Bloody Mary Mix, along with some extra spices like worcestershire sauce, Tabasco and celery salt. You can order them mixed to your liking–mild, medium or spicy, although, we’re told spicy is the preference of most Brewers fans. The drinks are then topped off with fixin’s like olives, cheese, sausage bites, and a pickle.
This season, SportService has experimented with a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar, but so far, they have found that it is difficult to offer that option on weekends like this one, with big crowds and two day games in a row. The Home Plate Bar on the PNC Club Level, however, has this option each Sunday with a plethora of fixin’s including: artichoke hearts, garlic, pepperoncinis, mushrooms, cheese, pickles, sausage bites, olives, celery and more.
Cait: Let me start off by getting this out of the way: I like love am mildly obsessed with Bloody Marys. They are my drink of choice. Whether it’s 10am or 10pm, there is no bad time for a Bloody, in my opinion. I like my Bloody Marys spicy with a variety of fixin’s and I even consider myself somewhat of a connoisseur, trying them at varying restaurants and rating them on my own scale. I make it a point to attend the Tomato Romp on Milwaukee’s East Side each year; I have made a pilgrimage to the place where the Bloody Mary was purportedly invented (King Cole Bar in the St. Regis Hotel in New York City); and I have even made Bloody Mary-inspired recipes like a Bloody Mary salad or Bloody Mary burgers, which shows you how much I just crave that taste. I guess it helps that tomatoes are my favorite food to begin with.
Anyway, needless to say, I have my favorite spots to get a Bloody around the city. Thus, this is why you shouldn’t take this lightly when I say– without bias– that Miller Park is one of them.
The spicy option has just the right amount of kick and, even if you don’t get to build your own Bloody, the fixin’s that come standard are perfect as well. Cheers!
John: Cait is most definitely the “go to” person when it comes to Bloody Marys. I enjoy a good Bloody Mary here and there, but Cait’s opinion here should be taken a little more seriously than mine. Everyone has a personal preference when it comes to Bloody Marys. My preference is just a little bit of spice and I prefer not to have it loaded with “groceries.” I don’t need everything that can be found in a kitchen tossed in. A couple of olives, maybe a cheese cube (I’m from Wisconsin after all!), a lemon wedge–whatever–just keep it simple with a few garnishes and I’m good.
The Blood Mary carts allow you to choose your preferred level of spiciness. Already off to a good start! The garnishes were simple and didn’t overpower the drink, just the way I like it. A very generous portion will last you a couple of innings and this treat is sure to please. Enjoy and remember to drink responsibly!
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(out of 5)
Where To Satisfy Your Craving: Fans can find the Miller Park Bloody Mary on the Field Level on two carts near the Home Plate Gate and on a cart near Section 117; they are also available on the Loge Level, near the Press Box and in the right-field corner. On Sundays, you can find a Build-Your-Own Bloody Mary station near the Home Plate Bar on the PNC Club Level.
What about you? Do you have a favorite ballpark snack-or drink? Want to dispute our review? A question about concessions? Something you’d like to see featured here? Post your comments below!
We’ll be back with another edition of What John and Cait Ate during the next homestand and until then, stay cool and…Bon Appetit!
-John and Cait
Chef’s Table for the Twins Series
The Brewers welcome their interleague rival the Twins to Miller Park for a three game weekend set beginning tonight. The state of Minnesota is known as the “Land of Lakes”–even though Wisconsin has more lakes than Minnesota, but who’s counting–and for the Chef’s Table this weekend a Cajun Walleye Reuben sandwich will be served. Walleye is perhaps the most popular freshwater fish in the Northern United States and also happens to be the official state fish of Minnesota.
Seared on a cast iron griddle right in front of you and served made to order, the sandwich is presented on rye bread with swiss cheese. The house made chips–which are very delicious–are also a part of the plate.
The Cajun Walleye Reuben
Chef’s Table Menu for the Minnesota series.
The sandwich can be yours for $9.25 and is served as always outside section 215. It will be available throughout the weekend series against the Twins.
UPDATE: This sandwich has been getting rave reviews from everyone and today, I tried it along with my interns, Dan, Dushan and Kelsey. This sandwich was definitely a home run.
–JOHN
johnandcait@brewers.com
Getting in Gear: 19 Weeks To Go Until the Brewers Mini-Marathon!
19 weeks to go until the Brewers Mini-Marathon!
This week, we visited Performance Running Outfitters in Brookfield, to get geared up so we can officially begin training.
If you’re unfamiliar with it, Performance Running Outfitters is a store that specializes in high quality performance shoes, fitness apparel, and accessories. Besides Brookfield, there are two additional locations–one in Shorewood and another in Oconomowoc. The company, which will have been open 6 years this July, is locally owned by Trae and Jessica Hoepner, who together have over 20 years of coaching and 30 years of running expertise.
Performance Running is also the official training partner of the Brewers Mini. They will be providing the pace team for the race and they have developed an official training program for the it! Beginning on Saturday, July 7 and going for 12 weeks leading up the race, participants can meet at the store in Brookfield for training runs. [For more information on the program, or to register, click here.]
When we arrived today, Jessica and Trae took great care of us to properly fit us with the best shoes and apparel for our individual running styles. Read below for individual descriptions of our experiences and check out our photo gallery!
We are also pleased to announce that Performance Running has teamed up with us to offer a special savings to John and Cait…Plus 9 readers! The first 50 people to come to Performance Running and mention the coupon code “Brewers Mini” will receive 20% off their purchase. (This offer is only valid once per customer.)
We had a great visit to the store and now we’re ready to start our workout. We highly encourage you to start shopping for your gear and to visit Jess and Trae….And tell ‘em John and Cait sent you!
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JOHN
It was quite a treat to be properly fitted for my new running shoes today. Trae Hoepner helped me learn about how my feet were built and what needs I have for the proper fit. This is a very important part to running and training–especially when you are doing long distance like a half-marathon. He started me in a “neutral” shoe and from that he was able to tell the pronation of my foot from watching a video he determined I was an “overpronator” especially in my left foot.
Trae telling John about the differences in shoes and the importance of the right fit.
I tried a couple different shoes all of which had a stronger “post” to keep my leg and foot straighter. Getting back on the treadmill was great because I could instantly feel a difference. I tried three different pairs of shoes and finally settled on a pair of Nike’s.
The customer service was outstanding. Trae and his wife Jessica are not only extremely knowledgeable about running, but they also cared about making sure your shoe had the right fit (they even made sure they had the right color!). The whole experience from start to finish was first class. I can’t wait until their new store in Shorewood opens, sounds like they are very excited about it as well.
CAIT
As John mentioned, the customer service at Performance Running was simply amazing. While Trae was working with John, Jessica helped me pick out the best shoes for my gait. I was very impressed by the level of detail and care she took in making sure I had the most comfortable shoes. She started by measuring my feet and then, as Trae did with John, she started me in a “neutral” shoe and got me actually running on the treadmill that they have in the store. She videotaped me and from that, she was able to show me that I tend to “supinate,” but overall, I have good form, landing on my forefoot.
Jessica examined Cait’s gait while on the treadmill. Love that smile–running is fun!
She then took me outside to try the shoes on the pavement. From there, I tried on several different styles and brands (including a cool pink pair of Newtons that had special lugs in them) until I settled on a pair of purple and blue Brooks, which was actually the first pair Jessica had me try on (she’s obviously good at what she does–nailed it on the first try!).
While I was at the store, I also purchased some Nike running capris and Jess threw in a pair of her favorite socks that she wants me to try.
She also introduced me to the world of running belts, power gels and foam rollers–foreign territory to me as a fairly novice runner. I’m not quite ready for those things yet, but I know where I will be shopping for them when I am!
TRENNI
It may be accurate to call me a shopaholic. So, when I discovered the next step in getting ready for the Brewers Mini-Marathon was to get “geared up,” I was all in, despite the fact I own a closet full of running gear and am not due for new shoes until at least late June!
Here’s a little motivation secret, something as small as a new t-shirt or even a new pair of socks may get you out the door when the urge to run has reached a low point.
I took seven whole days off from running last week. My legs did not feel like they were recovered after Boston and the frustration and discomfort was a sign I needed to slow down. I hit the pavement this week, with the weather helping push me out the door.
Until I hit up Performance Running Outfitters this afternoon.
I would be lying if I didn’t say I’m dying (no rhyme intended!) to get out in my new gear. Not only is it nice to look halfway decent while sweating up a storm on the east side streets, it is important to have the right stuff. Yes, it is perfectly OK to run in any pair of tennis shoes, t-shirt and shorts, but it can lead to problems. If you’re shorts don’t fit quite right, the chafing can not only cause some pain, the raw skin can be pretty unsightly. If you are wearing a plain, old cotton t-shirt as the weather gets warmer, your body can’t properly sweat and breathe, which causes you to dehydrate and tire out much faster.
But if there is one piece of “equipment” that matters the most, it is without a doubt your running shoes. Caitlin emailed me earlier this week complaining of some knee discomfort and my immediate response was in regards to her shoes. Caitlin had been running in the same sneakers for a year, which is far too long to keep a pair or running shoes. When the soles and structure deteriorate, your feet have to make up the difference. Your body begins to make adjustments to compromise and the next thing you know, you are on the couch instead of the treadmill.
I’m sure you’re next thought is, “how do I know which shoe is best for me?” Great question! The best thing to do is visit a running specific store like Performance Running Outfitters and give a number of pairs a try. I have been buying my shoes from Performance for more than a year for one, main reason–the staff is knowledgeable and will not rush you through the process. When I was having issues with my previous style of shoe, the folks at Performance spent nearly an hour with me as I tried on NINE different brands and styles on the treadmill.
I run in two different shoes during my training seasons–a long distance and speed shoe–alternating days to keep my legs fresh and different muscles working. If you are a more recreational/novice runner, this certainly isn’t necessary, but something to think about as you progress!
So, I left Performance today with a new pair of shorts, two new tanks, and some great advice from Jessica about how to gradually ease into a minimalist shoe I bought this winter. The clothes cost a few bucks, but the advice and post-purchase running glow were free!
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Stay tuned for our next Brewers Mini post! To join us, register for the race at brewersmini.com! Can’t race, but still want to support the MACC Fund? Make a donation to our team here!
-John and Cait (& Trenni!)
Where’s Chorizo? Spring Madness at Miller Park!
Well, it was quite the eventful morning here at Miller Park!
If you haven’t heard by now, the fifth Klement’s Famous Racing Sausage, Chorizo, went missing this past Sunday, which first became apparent when he didn’t show up for the Sausage Race during the game.
ITALIAN! But wait, someone was missing from the race!? Has anyone see Chorizo!? #WheresChorizo #Brewers
— Bernie Brewer (@Bernie_Brewer) May 13, 2012
Well, this morning, we finally found out what he was up to! In preparation for Spring Madness, Chorizo had been hard at work. Not only had he gone missing from Miller Park the last two days, but, similar to Bernie’s effort last year, Chorizo spent the hours mapping and planting over 2,000 Chorizo lawn ornaments in the grass areas surrounding Miller Park and its parking lots.
We found the missing link!
Each lawn ornament was affixed with a pouch that included game tickets for a Spring Madness game, set for May 21 through May 23 at Miller Park. The Brewers will host the San Francisco Giants during Spring Madness, and Brewers fans can save 50% on most all tickets $38 or less. In addition, Klement’s hot dogs and small Pepsi products are just $1 each for all three games.
Plus, there were also three “Grand Prize” ornaments containing the following prizes:
1.) breakfast with Hall-of-Fame pitcher Rollie Fingers
Roy Nowak (left) found Chorizo and also won breakfast with Rollie Fingers (right) this morning!
2.) an opportunity for four to watch batting practice from the field with one person tossing a ceremonial first pitch; and
3.) a home visit from the Klement’s Famous Racing Sausages for a tailgate party with supplies provided by Pepsi, Klement’s and Miller
If you weren’t able to make it down to Miller Park this morning, or if you missed out on the lawn ornaments, don’t fret!
First, we are told the Brewers Team Store by Majestic will have a limited quantity in stock. We suggest you call the store at (414- 902-4750) to check availability first.
Second, there will be an online dutch auction at brewers.com, beginning on Thursday, May 17 and ending on Thursday, May 31 at 5 p.m., in which fans can bid on five Chorizo lawn ornaments.
Finally, everyone’s a “wiener” with this special ticket offer!
To celebrate Chorizo being found, we’re offering fans Field Outfield tickets for just $30 or Terrace Reserved tickets for just $10 for the upcoming Friday night or Sunday afternoon Marquee games against the Minnesota Twins (Friday, May 18 or Sunday, May 20). That’s a 50% savings or more off of Marquee prices for this Interleague rivalry! Like the Chorizo, you’ll want to act fast! Visit brewers.com/whereschorizo to purchase!
We hope you had as much fun as we did today! And of course, we hope to see you out at Miller Park for the Twins Series this weekend then Spring Madness, May 21-23!
-John & Cait
Lucroy Visits Fan Cave
Today, while in New York, Brewers catcher Jonathan Lucroy visited the MLB Fan Cave. Check out some images & b-roll below and then make sure to check out mlbfancave.com in the coming days to see some video from the visit!
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Mark Newman of MLB.com had this story about Lucroy’s visit.
Entering its second year, the redesigned MLB Fan Cave hosts fan events, concerts, MLB player and celebrity appearances, as well as the nine Cave Dwellers who are attempting to watch every game of the 2012 MLB season while chronicling their experiences online through videos, blogs and social media. Along the way, they are competing with one another in a series of challenges, with fans online helping decide who gets to stay in the MLB Fan Cave and who gets eliminated, with one eventual winner crowned before the end of the World Series. Fans can follow all of the activity on Facebook and Twitter (@MLBFanCave) and vote for their favorite Cave Dweller here.
-John & Cait
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