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Internationally Known
Lost in the Opening Day craziness of yesterday was a press release MLB sent out about foreign-born players on Opening Day rosters. I thought it was really interesting because the Brewers have the most foreign-born players (14) of any MLB team representing the most countries (seven). Not to mention we have a Canadian GM in Doug Melvin! Certainly makes for a fun and diverse clubhouse!
Can you name all 14 internationally born Brewers? Can you name the seven countries besides the USA? Answers below the release that I have pasted here…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 1, 2013
OPENING DAY ROSTERS FEATURE 241 PLAYERS BORN OUTSIDE THE U.S.
28.2 Percent of Players Born Outside the U.S., Spanning 15 Countries and Territories
Two-hundred forty-one players on 2013 Opening Day 25-man rosters and inactive lists were born outside the 50 United States, Major League Baseball announced today. This year’s percentage of 28.2 marks the fourth highest of all-time.
The 241 players born outside the U.S. come from the pool of 856 players (750 active 25-man roster players and 106 disabled or restricted Major League players) on March 31st rosters and represent 15 countries and territories outside the U.S. This year’s 241 foreign-born players rank as the fourth-most in history. The 28.2 percent trails only 2005, when 29.2 percent (242/829) of Opening Day players were born outside the U.S.; 2007, when 29.0 percent (246 players) were foreign-born; and last season, when 28.4 percent were born outside the U.S. On 2012 Opening Day, 243 out of 856 players were born outside the U.S.
As it has each year since MLB began releasing this annual data in 1995, the Dominican Republic again leads the Major Leagues with 89 players born outside the U.S, the fourth-most the nation has ever produced on Opening Day rosters (highs: 99 in 2007, 91 in 2005 and 95 in 2012). Venezuela ranks second with 63 players, its second-highest total ever on Opening Day rosters (high: 66 in 2012). Canada ranks third with 17 players, its second-highest Opening Day figure ever (behind only its 19 in 2007). Cuba is fourth overall with 15 players, surpassing its 11 in 2002 and 2011-2012 for its highest total since at least 1995. Rounding out the totals are Mexico (14); Puerto Rico (13); Japan (11); Colombia and Panama (4 each); Curaçao (3); Australia, Nicaragua and South Korea (2 each); and the Netherlands and Taiwan (1 each). Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Didi Gregorius, who is currently on the disabled list, is just the third Opening Day player since 1995 to have been born in the Netherlands, joining infielder Robert Eenhoorn (1996 and 1998) and pitcher Rick VandenHurk (2008-2009).
The Milwaukee Brewers have the most foreign-born players with a total of 14 on a roster that spans a Major League-high seven different countries and territories – Canada, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Japan, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Venezuela. The Texas Rangers have the next highest total at 13. Three Clubs – the Colorado Rockies, the Detroit Tigers and the San Francisco Giants – each have 12 foreign-born players. The Toronto Blue Jays have the most players from one nation outside the U.S. with seven Dominican players. The Chicago Cubs and the Rangers have six Dominican players apiece, while the Colorado Rockies, the Detroit Tigers and the Giants each have six Venezuelan players.
BREWERS FOREIGN BORN PLAYERS
CANADA
John Axford
Taylor Green
Jim Henderson
CUBA
Yuniesky Betancourt
the DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Alfredo Figaro
Carlos Gomez
Wily Peralta
Aramis Ramirez
Jean Segura
JAPAN
Norichika Aoki
MEXICO
Marco Estrada
Yovani Gallardo
PUERTO RICO
Martin Maldonado
VENEZUELA
Alex Gonzalez
There are quite the collection of Passports in the Brewers clubhouse! Which country would you most like to visit among those that are home to current Brewers players? I think Japan would be a pretty cool place to visit. Share your answers with me in the comments section below.
–JOHN
johnandcait@brewers.com
Brewers 2013 Opening Day Roster
Yesterday, I previewed the Opening Day and the events surrounding the game on Monday. Today, I have for you the 2013 Milwaukee Brewers Opening Day Roster.
The roster includes 13 pitchers and eight players making their first career Opening Day roster. Five players will begin the season on the disabled list.
Enjoy the 2013 season!
–JOHN
Opening Day and Homestand #1 Notes
That big day is almost here Brewers fans. The excitement around the city has built all winter long and, although there is still snow on the ground, Brewers baseball is back. There is a lot of activity swirling around Miller Park for Opening Day, but I wanted to highlight some important information for fans about Monday’s game.
Tickets: Monday’s game is sold out. There are, however, tickets available for the remaining five games of the first homestand for the 2013 season and $10 tickets are available for exhibition games tonight and tomorrow at 1 p.m. vs. the Chicago White Sox.
Parking Lots: The Miller Park parking lots will open at 10 a.m. on Opening Day. Parking lots will open three hours before every game this season.
New Gate Times for 2013: Please make note of new gate times for the 2013 season at Miller Park. The gates to Miller Park will open at 11 a.m. Gates will open 90 minutes before first pitch for all games this season except for Opening Day and all Saturday games in June, July and August. For those games, gates will open two hours before first pitch. This is good news because fans coming extra early will be able to catch more of Brewers batting practice.
Monday’s Ceremonial First Pitch: James Beckum, founder of the Beckum-Stapleton Little League and former Negro Leagues player, will throw out the ceremonial first pitch. Beckum started the Beckum-Stapleton Little League on Milwaukee’s near north side in 1964 and has been a fixture in the community and in the league ever since. Beckum will be joined on the field for the first pitch by two players from the Beckum-Stapleton Little League and the RBI Program in Milwaukee. Titus Brown, 12, and Paniya Stewart, 11, both from Milwaukee, will join Stapleton on the field for the first pitch.
National Anthem: This should come as no surprise! Joseph Attanasio, father of Brewers Chairman and Principal Owner Mark Attanasio, will sing the national anthem before Monday’s Opening Day. This has become a Milwaukee Opening Day tradition since Mark Attanasio took over the team in 2005.
Social Media: Use the hashtag #BrewersOpener when Tweeting and Instagramming Opening Day.
Caterpillar Global Mining Brewers Magnetic Schedule Day: What Brewers fans refrigerator doesn’t have a Brewers schedule magnet!? These are always a hot giveaway and all fans in attendance will receive a Brewers 2013 magnetic schedule, compliments of Caterpillar Global Mining. All fans will also receive a Brewers rally towel.
The 11th Annual Klement’s Opening Day First Brat Relay Race: Prior to first pitch on Opening Day, the Famous Racing Sausages will take part in the 11th Annual Klement’s Opening Day First Brat Relay Race, beginning at 10 a.m. at the Klement’s plant on Chase Ave. The Klement’s Famous Racing Sausages™ will deliver the “First Brat” all the way to Miller Park (weather permitting).
I-94 Construction: It seems like every year there is always a new construction project on the freeways around town. When I came back from Spring Training and saw some work on I-94 WB just east of Miller Park, I quickly found an alternate route and planned ahead. Take a few minutes to make sure you are aware of any construction projects or lane closures. Fans are encouraged to stay up to date on traffic information by visiting the Wisconsin Department of Transportation website at www.511wi.gov for up to the minute lane closures, alternate routes and other traffic information. For more information tailored specifically to arriving and departing Miller Park, visit the Miller Park tab at Brewers.com.
Parking Information/Shuttle: The Brewers are urging fans to plan when considering parking options for all games at Miller Park, but in particular for Opening Day. Fans may buy parking passes in advance for all home dates at Miller Park through the Miller Park Box Office, Brewers.com or by phone at (414) 902-4000. Please note, a limited number of parking passes are available for Opening Day.
Consistent with recent years, the Brewers have arranged for overflow parking at Wisconsin State Fair Park for Opening Day. In the likely event that Miller Park lots reach capacity, fans may take the 84th street exit from I-94 and enter through gate #7. From there, they will see signage and staff directing them to the parking area. A $15 fee will cover vehicle parking and shuttle services are free. Buses, provided by Riteway Bus, will be staged near the U.S. Cellular® Gate at State Fair Park and will offer service to and from Miller Park before and after the game. Shuttle services are scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. and will run until about 1.5 hours after the game. Buses will pick up in the drop-off location which will be located on VA grounds. Fans should follow the path marked “Stadium” which will lead them to the Right Field Gate.
So you can’t make Opening Day? Don’t worry. The Brewers first homestand of 2013 features five more games and a number of special events and opportunities to put a ceremonial end to a long Milwaukee winter. Tickets are available at Brewers.com, the Miller Park ticket office or by calling (414) 902-4000.
Tuesday, April 2 vs. Colorado Rockies 7:10 p.m.
· Singles Night, hosted by It’s Just Lunch®: For just $48, fans will receive a Dew Deck Ticket for the Brewers vs. Rockies game, which includes a pre-game buffet and two drinks per person, plus the opportunity to mix and mingle with area singles. For details, visit brewers.com/specialevents.
Wednesday, April 3 vs. Colorado Rockies, 7:10 p.m.
Friday, April 5 vs. Arizona Diamondbacks, 7:10 p.m
· Time Warner Cable Student Night: College and high school students can buy $9 Terrace Reserved and $11.50 Loge Bleacher tickets (Excluding Miller Lite Beerpen) courtesy of Time Warner Cable. The first 250 students to buy tickets in the Time Warner Cable Student Nights Section (Section 233) will receive a free t-shirt. For more information, visit brewers.com/students.
· $15 Fair Fridays: The State Fair is one of my favorite summer events. For $15, fans can buy a Fair Friday package that includes one Terrace Reserved ticket and one general admission ticket to the Wisconsin State Fair presented by U.S Cellular. It’s a great deal and everyone wins. For more information, visit brewers.com/statefair.
· Miller Lite Beerpen: All fans 21 and older can be a part of the Miller Lite Beerpen in the Right Field Loge Bleachers. Tickets are $23 and include a Brewers t-shirt and special entertainment in the Miller Lite Beerpen. For more information, visit brewers.com/beerpen.
Saturday, April 6 vs. Arizona Diamondbacks, 6:10 p.m.
· Potawatomi Bingo Casino Brewers Pen Schedule: This is probably one of my favorite promotional items of the year. It is extremely useful. All fans will receive a 2013 Brewers Pen Schedule presented by Potawatomi Bingo Casino.
Sunday, April 7 vs. Arizona Diamondbacks, 1:10 p.m.
· Norichika Aoki Bobblehead presented by Robert Haack Diamonds: The first of many bobblehead days for the 2013 season. All fans will receive a Bobblehead featuring Brewers outfielder Norichika Aoki, presented by Robert Haack Diamonds.
· Blue Bunny Ice Cream Sunday: The first 2,000 fans 12 and under will receive a voucher redeemable for a free Blue Bunny Ice Cream treat upon entering Miller Park. The vouchers are redeemable from the time gates open through the end of the first inning of the game.
– JOHN
johnandcait@brewers.com
Singles’ Night at Miller Park is Tuesday, April 2!
One week from tonight, the 2013 Brewers season will officially be underway. We’ll be into our second game of the year, against the Colorado Rockies, a 7:10pm start.
It also happens to be Singles Night, hosted by It’s Just Lunch!
For just $48, you’ll get your ticket to the game in the newly renovated Dew Deck, a full buffet, two drinks per person and the chance to mix and mingle with other single Brewers fans. When you think about it, Miller Park is the perfect place to meet someone–you’ll already have your mutual love of the Crew in common… and who knows? You just might meet someone with whom you can spend the rest of the season coming to games…and if everything continues to go well, you can always have your wedding at the place where you met!
But I’m getting waayyyy ahead of things here. Even if you don’t meet the person of your dreams, you’re guaranteed to have fun, so for a good time, call (414) 902-GRPS (4777) or purchase your ticket at brewers.com/specialevents.
Cheers!
-Cait
JohnandCait@brewers.com
First Look at “What’s New” at Miller Park for 2013
Although a lot of the news made by the Brewers recently has been in Arizona at Spring Training, let’s not forget that Opening Day in Milwaukee is now less than two weeks away. Sure, it’s absolutely freezing in Milwaukee, but with every passing day, we know we are closer to baseball. Three improvement projects at Miller Park that were recently completed during the off-season were officially unveiled today. We had a firsthand look and are here to show them to you.
DEW DECK RENOVATIONS
The Dew Deck, a seating area above the right field bleachers that dates to Miller Park’s opening year, was renovated during the off-season. The signature addition to the area is a 26-foot high rock climbing wall, designed in the shape of a can of Mountain Dew. The Famous Racing Sausages were the first to go up the wall today.
Only at Miller Park is this acceptable.
The wall will be open for about three hours every game day, and is designed to accommodate up to three climbers at a time. I also went up the wall today and snapped some photos from the top. It was pretty fun and would be a great addition to any group outing. I think it will be a popular feature at the park.
The view from atop the wall.
A crowd of onlookers as I went up.
Other improvements to the area will include new lighting, new ceilings, installation of flat panel televisions, repainting, and new signage. The Dew Deck accommodates groups of 25 to 260 people (no individual ticket purchases are available). The area features stadium seating, a private bar, and private restrooms. Tickets to this affordable party space include an all-you-can eat pregame tailgate buffet that begins when the Miller Park gates open and ends one hour after the first pitch. Individuals interested in hosting events at the new Dew Deck may call 414-902-GRPS for more information.
Cait snapped this photo of me and Sophia Minnaert of FS Wisconsin going up the wall. She yelled “Somebody left the gate oooooooooooppppennnnnn!!” when she reached the top.
SKYY LOUNGE
The new SKYY Lounge on the Club Level at Miller Park.
Following the addition of a new Brewers Team Store retail site on the Club Level last year, the SKYY Lounge (formerly Home Plate Lounge) was enhanced this winter. The SKYY Lounge is located on the concourse of the Club Level behind home plate and is open to Club Level Suiteholders and all fans who have Club Level seating.
The project included the removal of an existing concessions stand, storage area and restroom, allowing for the creation of a new fixed “Chef’s Table” counter. If you are a regular reader of our blog, you know of our love for the “Chef’s Table.” We were able to sample some of the food items this afternoon (fuel for my climb up the rock wall) and they were delicious. We will be back with the regular “What John and Cait Ate” features for the 2013 season, so I don’t want to give too much away about the food. Chef John did, however, let us know that he hired a new pastry chef this year meaning there will likely be some fabulous new sweet treats available at the ballpark.
Featured upgrades include a new Concierge counter, new carpeting, and new furniture (modular seats, ottomans, barstools, dining chairs, and tables). In addition, there will be new lighting throughout the space. The area is much more open, modern and social.
MILLER LITE PARTY DECK
This picture shows the new party deck, just to the left of the clocktower and above the Loge bleachers in right field.
The latest in unique, All-Inclusive vantage points to take in a game was also unveiled today in the new Miller Lite Party Deck. The Party Deck has a capacity of 70 and is situated above the Miller Park right field Loge Bleachers. The view from up there was fascinating. You can see the entire field and it is almost like you are hovering above the field. People were asking today, “What was here before?” Well, there was nothing there before, it is a completely new space that was added on this off season. Once you see it, you will think it has been there since the ballpark opened, it really fits in.
Miller Lite Party Deck
It features 1,400 square feet of entertaining space and includes a new fixed bar, buffet counter, flat panel televisions and two levels of seating. The area is available for groups for select Brewers home games, offering an all-inclusive food and beverage experience as well as a private setting and a spectacular vantage point for viewing the game and Miller Park surroundings. Groups may reserve their space in the Miller Lite Party Deck and all group entertaining areas now. More information is available by calling the Brewers Group Sales office at 414-902-GRPS (4777) or at Brewers.com/allin.
There is a lot going on at Miller Park these days. We are in the homestretch of the off-season and ready for April 1. Stay tuned to the blog as we will have updates and other news leading up to Opening Day!
– JOHN
johnandcait@brewers.com
“Brewers Chance 2 Advance Ticket Plan presented by Potawatomi” Allows Fans to Upgrade Seats After a Brewers Win
It seems like the Brewers are always coming up with unique ticket ideas. Ideas like the “Brewers Win, You Win” ticket plan, the “Holiday Four Packs,” “Ten Packs” and many others are just some of the many different options that cater to the different needs of each fan.
The Milwaukee Brewers today announced a new ticket promotion called “Brewers Chance 2 Advance Ticket Plan Presented by Potawatomi.” This is something we have never done as it allows fans the chance to upgrade their seats to the next highest ticket category every time the Brewers win. That is right, as if it wasn’t a reward enough to see a Brewers win, each time the Brewers win, your seats will be upgraded to a better location.
“This new ticket plan gives our fans another reason to root for a Brewers victory,” said Brewers Chief Operating Officer Rick Schlesinger. “You can’t lose, and if the Brewers win, so do you.”
Fans will be cheering extra loud at Miller Park on certain Tuesday nights this season.
Only a limited number of plans will be available, and they go on sale tomorrow (details below).
Here’s how the Ticket Plan works: For just $99, you will receive a ticket in the Bernie’s Terrace section to nine Tuesday home games at Miler Park (game dates are listed below). Starting on Tuesday, April 30, you will sit in Bernie’s Terrace and cheer for the Brewers to beat the Pirates. If the Brewers win, you can upgrade to a Terrace Reserved seat for the May 7 game against the Texas Rangers by paying a $2 processing fee. You will remain in the Terrace Reserved seat until the Brewers win the next game in the plan (when you have the opportunity to advance to the next best seating area (see below). If the Brewers win the first eight games in the plan, you will have the opportunity to sit in the Field Diamond Box section for the final game. If the Brewers do not win a game in the plan, simply exchange your Bernie’s Terrace ticket at no cost for a seat in the same section where you last advanced — no backsliding.
| Ticket Plan Game Dates: | ||
| Tuesday, April 30 | vs. Pirates | 7:10 p.m. |
| Tuesday, May 7 | vs. Rangers | 7:10 p.m. |
| Tuesday, May 21 | vs. Dodgers | 7:10 p.m. |
| Tuesday, May 28 | vs. Twins | 7:10 p.m. |
| Tuesday, June 4 | vs. Athletics | 7:10 p.m. |
| Tuesday, July 9 | vs. Reds | 7:10 p.m. |
| Tuesday, July 23 | vs. Padres | 7:10 p.m. |
| Tuesday, August 20 | vs. Cardinals | 7:10 p.m. |
| Tuesday, September 3 | vs. Pirates | 7:10 p.m. |
| Order of Seat Upgrades: |
| 1.) Bernie’s Terrace |
| 2.) Terrace Reserved |
| 3.) Terrace Box |
| 4.) Loge Outfield |
| 5.) Loge Infield |
| 6.) Club Outfield |
| 7.) Field Outfield |
| 8.) Field Infield |
| 9.) Field Diamond |
Ticket upgrades must be done in person at the Miller Park Ticket Office (between Windows 1-12 located behind home plate) anytime between the conclusion of the previous game and the start of the next game in the ticket plan. Box Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tickets for this plan will be available tomorrow, beginning at 9 a.m. Tickets can be purchased by calling (414) 902-GAME (4263) or by visiting Brewers.com/advance. Service fees apply.
–JOHN
johnandcait@brewers.com
Brewers Baseball Academy to Debut this Summer with 8 Week-long Youth Camps
Today we are proud to announce the inaugural season of the Brewers Baseball Academy presented by Kwik Trip!
The Academy is open to youth (ages 6-14) and includes eight separate week-long baseball/softball camps that will be held in various cities across Wisconsin this summer. A complete schedule of camp locations and dates is listed below. The camps will be conducted under the supervision of Tim Rappé, executive director of the Brewers Baseball Academy.
“Our promise is to create a world class Milwaukee Brewers baseball experience for every camper,” said Rappé. “Regardless of skill level, the camp will profoundly improve each player’s ability to play the game of baseball.”
Each camp runs Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. with instruction provided by experienced youth coaches. During one of the five camp days, campers are transported by bus to Miller Park for a one-of-a-kind experience as they will be treated to a guest appearance from a current Brewers player and have their photo taken. Campers will also receive instruction from Brewers coach John Shelby.
A unique component of the Brewers Baseball Academy is that a video motion analysis of each participant will be performed. Every camper’s swing will be recorded, analyzed and shared with the player and his/her parents. In addition, all participants will take part in a baseball or softball skills competition. Each week, scores will be posted at Brewers.com/camps and upon completion of the last camp (August 12-16), the top scorers will be invited to the Champions’ Day Finals at Miller Park. Boys and girls will compete separately in appropriate grade groups.
The fee for the week-long camp is $395 per child, which includes 30 hours of exceptional instruction, a complete Brewers uniform, four Brewers game tickets to one of three select games – compliments of Kwik Trip – and a V.I.P. day at Miller Park.
Registration is currently available at Brewers.com/camps. Registrations received prior to March 31 will receive a $25 discount. This discount may not be combined with any other discount. If registering two or more children, each child will receive a $25 discount if booked together. A limited number of spots are available for each camp location.
As the presenting sponsor of the Brewers Baseball Academy, Kwik Trip will award 120 random participants with $50 gift cards to their store. One lucky camper from each host city will also receive a personalized camp jersey, along with a special presentation during the camp graduation ceremony.
In addition, two registrations per host city will be given away through a promotion at Pick ‘n Save stores throughout the season. For details, visit participating Pick ‘n Save locations.
2013 BREWERS BASEBALL ACADEMY CAMPS
|
City |
Site |
Dates |
|
Sun Prairie, WI |
Sun Prairie High School |
June 17-21 |
|
Green Bay, WI |
Notre Dame Academy |
June 24-28 |
|
Delafield, WI |
St. John’s Northwestern Military Academy |
July 1-5 |
|
Appleton, WI |
Fox Valley Lutheran High School |
July 8-12 |
|
Milwaukee, WI |
University School of Milwaukee |
July 15-19 |
|
Oshkosh, WI |
Oshkosh West High School |
July 22-26 |
|
Mukwonago, WI |
Mukwonago High School |
July 29-August 2 |
|
Kenosha, WI |
Carthage College |
August 12-16 |
Additional information can be found online at Brewers.com/camps. For questions, please contact Executive Director Tim Rappé at Tim.Rappe@brewers.com or call (414) 939-8808.
-Cait
JohnandCait@brewers.com
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The Milwaukee Brewers are proud to announce the inaugural season of the “Brewers Baseball Academy presented by Kwik Trip.” The Academy is open to youth (ages 6-14) and includes eight separate week-long baseball/softball camps that will be held in various cities across Wisconsin this summer. A complete schedule of camp locations and dates is listed below. The camps will be conducted under the supervision of Tim Rappé, executive director of the Brewers Baseball Academy.
“Our promise is to create a world class Milwaukee Brewers baseball experience for every camper,” said Rappé. “Regardless of skill level, the camp will profoundly improve each player’s ability to play the game of baseball.”
Each camp runs Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. with instruction provided by experienced youth coaches. During one of the five camp days, campers are transported by bus to Miller Park for a one-of-a-kind experience as they will be treated to a guest appearance from a current Brewers player and have their photo taken. Campers will also receive instruction from Brewers coach John Shelby.
A unique component of the Brewers Baseball Academy is that a video motion analysis of each participant will be performed. Every camper’s swing will be recorded, analyzed and shared with the player and his/her parents. In addition, all participants will take part in a baseball or softball skills competition. Each week, scores will be posted at Brewers.com/campsand upon completion of the last camp (August 12-16), the top scorers will be invited to the Champions’ Day Finals at Miller Park. Boys and girls will compete separately in appropriate grade groups.
The fee for the week-long camp is $395 per child, which includes 30 hours of exceptional instruction, a complete Brewers uniform, four Brewers game tickets to one of three select games – compliments of Kwik Trip – and a V.I.P. day at Miller Park.
Registration is currently available at Brewers.com/camps. Registrations received prior to March 31 will receive a $25 discount. This discount may not be combined with any other discount. If registering two or more children, each child will receive a $25 discount if booked together. A limited number of spots are available for each camp location.
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BREWERS BASEBALL ACADEMY continued
As the presenting sponsor of the Brewers Baseball Academy, Kwik Trip will award 120 random participants with $50 gift cards to their store. One lucky camper from each host city will also receive a personalized camp jersey, along with a special presentation during the camp graduation ceremony.
In addition, two registrations per host city will be given away through a promotion at Pick ‘n Save stores throughout the season. For details, visit participating Pick ‘n Save locations.
Additional information can be found online at Brewers.com/camps. For questions, please contact Executive Director Tim Rappé at Tim.Rappe@brewers.com or call (414) 939-8808.
Miller Park Earns Travel Green Wisconsin Certification
Tourism Deputy Secretary Dave Fantle visited Miller Park today and presented the Club with the Travel Green Wisconsin certification. In addition, we announced the Department of Tourism’s partnership with Brewers Radio Network, sponsoring the post-game show.
“Miller Park has received a lot of well-deserved recognition for creating a great fan environment,” said Fantle. “Now it’s receiving more recognition for its commitment to sustainable energy practices. The Brewers are a great example why Wisconsin is a major league state for visitors.”
Miller Park joins more than 350 Travel Green Wisconsin certified events, attractions, and destinations around the state committed to green initiatives. Sustainable practices include an annual Green Week that showcases many of Miller Park’s green initiatives and emphasizes the role of green-themed game promotions and community events in promoting environmental sustainability. The “Root, Root, Root for the Brewers” Plant-A-Tree program offsets the number of trees used to print the Club’s 2012 regular season tickets by purchasing one tree for every 20,000 tickets sold. In 2012, over 9,000 pounds of used kitchen oil was recycled into Bio-Diesel and small changes such as not automatically putting lids on cups and straws in drinks for customers at concession stands saves 20 percent of those materials from ending up in a landfill. Miller Park is also LEED certified, the first retractable roof ballpark to earn that distinction.
In other news, starting in April, TravelWisconsin.com will be the presenting sponsor of the Brewers Radio Network post-game show following every regular season game. Totaling 162 games, the post game show broadcasts statewide and will be branded the “TravelWisconsin.com Post Game Show.”
“The sponsorship offers co-branding value with the Brewers and provides TravelWisconsin.com with a longer statewide presence through the peak summer and fall travel season,” said Fantle.
The mission of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism is to market the state as the Midwest’s premier travel destination for fun. By executing industry-leading marketing programs, providing reliable travel information and establishing strategic partnerships, we will play a significant role in delivering exceptional customer service and generating greater economic impact and jobs for Wisconsin. The portal for traveler information can be found at: www.travelwisconsin.com.
-Cait
Everything You Need to Know About the World Baseball Classic
Everybody loves Infographics and I wanted to share this one on the 2013 World Baseball Classic. The tournament begins tomorrow and will last through March 19. As I discussed in an earlier post, the Brewers originally had 14 players named to WBC rosters. That number grew to 15 when Nick Bucci was added to Team Canada. Bucci and Carlos Gomez of Team Dominican Republic, have both withdrawn from their respective teams.
Games will be broadcast on MLB Network. If you are in Phoenix for Brewers Spring Training, I highly recommend catching a game at either Chase Field or Salt River Fields. For more information visit www.worldbaseballclassic.com. If the graphic below isn’t big enough for you, you can click it to make it even bigger!
–JOHN
johnandcait@brewers.com
Brewers Ticket Packages Featuring State Fair, the Zoo and the Harley-Davidson Museum Go On Sale Friday
Today we announced a variety of ticket packages in partnership with several local attractions that are sure to be a hit with Brewers fans this season. Each ticket package offers savings on admittance to select Brewers home games and other events or local attractions.
For details on all of these great deals, including game dates and purchase information, fans can visit the Fan Value Corner at Brewers.com/fanvalues. The ticket packages will be available starting March 1 at the Miller Park Box Office, online at Brewers.com/fanvalues or by calling (414) 902-4000. Below is a preview of these ticket packages:
Brewers $15 Fair Fridays
At Miller Park, every Friday is a $15 Fair Friday. A Fair Friday purchase includes one Terrace Reserved ticket to any Friday Brewers game during the 2013 season and one general admission ticket to the Wisconsin State Fair presented by U.S. Cellular®. For tickets, call (414) 902-4000 or visit Brewers.com/statefair. Offer ends August 11.
Brew Crew & the Zoo Ticket Package
For just $20, fans can experience the Brew Crew and the Zoo. Get one Terrace Reserved ticket to select Brewers games and one 2013 adult admission ticket to the Milwaukee County Zoo (valid through December 31, 2013, tickets not valid in conjunction with any other offer), plus a free Brew Crew & the Zoo beverage tumbler. Valid game dates include the following: May 28, June 6, July 10, July 23, August 21, August 30 and September 2. For more information, please call (414) 902-4000 or visit Brewers.com/zoo. Offer ends September 2.
Crew H-D Ticket Package
For just $18, fans can join Crew H-D and get a ticket package that includes a Brewers ticket to one of eight select games during the 2013 season and one adult admission ticket to the Harley-Davidson Museum® (valid anytime during the Museum’s normal business hours, excluding August 29-September 1). For tickets, fans may visit the Miller Park Ticket Office, go to Brewers.com/hdmuseum or call (414) 902-4000. Offer ends September 16.
Also, don’t forget about the 2-Man Advantage Ticket Package, which is currently on sale:
For just $19, fans will get one Stern & Bow ticket to the Admirals home game on Friday, March 22 AND one Terrace Reserved ticket to the April 5, April 16 or May 8 Brewers home games at Miller Park during the 2013 season. Visit Brewers.com/admirals. Offer ends March 21.
Also, don’t forget that the Brewers Exhibition Games also go on sale on Friday, so pick up those tickets while you’re at it, too, because Brewers Baseball is just 33 days away!
-Cait
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