The Gwinnett Stripers open the 2019 season with a six-game homestand filled with exciting promotions. The Stripers will host the Norfolk Tides (Baltimore Orioles) for four games from April 4-7 and the Durham Bulls (Tampa Bay Rays) for two games from April 8-9. The homestand includes Opening Night festivities on April 4, Mardi Gras Night featuring a pregame Crawfish Boil and postgame Fireworks on April 5, a Bobby Cox Hall of Fame Jersey Giveaway as part of his International League Hall of Fame induction on April 6, and much more.
Here’s a full look at the homestand:
Thursday, April 4 – Stripers vs. Norfolk Tides (Baltimore Orioles)
Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 6:00 p.m.
Presenting Sponsor: Georgia Power
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- National Anthem performed by: Ryan Brooks
- Team Introduction: Meet the 2019 Gwinnett Stripers led by third-year manager Damon Berryhill during a pregame introduction ceremony
- Opening Night Starter: 2018 National League All-Star Mike Foltynewicz will be Gwinnett’s starting pitcher
- 2019 Schedule Cling Giveaway: The first 5,000 fans will receive a Stripers’ 2019 Schedule Cling, courtesy of Georgia Power
Friday, April 5 – Stripers vs. Norfolk Tides (Baltimore Orioles)
Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 6:00 p.m.
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- Mardi Gras Night & Crawfish Boil: Fans can add on a classic Southern crawfish boil pregame
- Friday Fireworks: The first spectacular fireworks display of the season
Saturday, April 6 – Stripers vs. Norfolk Tides (Baltimore Orioles)
Game Time: First pitch is at 6:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 5:00 p.m.
Presenting Sponsor: Coolray Heating & Cooling
- Bobby Cox International League Hall of Fame Celebration: Legendary Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox will be present and inducted into the International League Hall of Fame in a special pregame ceremony
- Bobby Cox Replica Hall of Fame Jersey Giveaway: The first 2,500 fans will receive a replica Bobby Cox Hall of Fame jersey, courtesy of Coolray Heating & Cooling
Sunday, April 7 – Stripers vs. Norfolk Tides (Baltimore Orioles)
Game Time: First pitch is at 1:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 12:00 p.m.
Presenting Sponsor: Georgia United Credit Union
- Sunday Funday: Pregame Catch on the Field and postgame Kids Run the Bases
Monday, April 8 – Stripers vs. Durham Bulls (Tampa Bay Rays)
Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 6:00 p.m.
- Swag Monday: The first 500 fans will receive a Stripers koozie
Tuesday, April 9 – Stripers vs. Durham Bulls (Tampa Bay Rays)
Game Time: First pitch is at 12:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 11:00 a.m
- Business Person Special: A special matinee game for our area business leaders
Tickets for all Gwinnett Stripers home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Ticket Office and online at GoStripers.com/tickets.
The Gwinnett Stripers are the Triple-A International League affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, playing their 11th season at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville, Ga. For tickets, team merchandise or more information, visit GoStripers.com. Follow the Stripers on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at GoStripers.
