Jackie Robinson Salute and Citizens Phanatic Birthday Weekend!
The Philadelphia Phillies will host the St. Louis Cardinals, Friday, April 16, to Sunday, April 18, in front of sold-out crowds at Citizens Bank Park! (_Note: Tickets are available for the upcoming Giants series April 19-21._) Here’s a look at some of the fan highlights surrounding the series.
Plus, please remember to mask up and be aware of the safety guidelines at the ballpark. Fans can also stay informed by following the newly-launched @PhilliesCBP on Twitter and liking the official Citizens Bank Park Facebook page. These accounts will keep fans up to date on all event-day information, health and safety protocols, and more.
1. The Phillies are celebrating the 74th anniversary of Hall of Famer Jackie Robinson’s Major League Baseball debut while also saluting the Philadelphia Stars Negro League baseball team during a pregame tributeat the 7:05 p.m. game on Friday, April 16.
- All fans will receive an Andrew McCutchen Philadelphia Stars T-Shirt at the entrance gates.
- Mahlene Duckett will make the ceremonial first pitch in honor of her late father and Philadelphia Stars player Mahlon Duckett.
- PhanaVision will also show highlights from the dedication of a new Philadelphia Stars display (held on April 15), in the Suite Level lobby at Citizens Bank Park. The video features a cameo from outfielder Andrew McCutchen.
- The Phillies Charities, Inc. 50/50 drawing, presented by DraftKings, will benefit the Jackie Robinson Foundation, a national not-for-profit dedicated to higher education advancement among underserved populations.
- All players, managers and coaches will wear Number 42, as well as a commemorative patch on their hat and jersey sleeve. Themed Stance socks with the commemorative “42” logo will also be worn on-field. Plus, the Jackie Robinson Day logo will be included on base jewels and official dugout lineup cards.
The game will be broadcast on NBCSP+, 94 WIP and WTTM 1680, as well as available via live stream for authenticated subscribers on NBC Sports Philadelphia’s MyTeams app.
*2. The game on Saturday, April 17, is at 4:05 p.m., *and will be broadcast on NBCSP, 94 WIP and WTTM 1680, as well as available via live stream for authenticated subscribers on NBC Sports Philadelphia’s MyTeams app.
*3. After a season of skipping celebrations, the Phillie Phanatic will finally get the chance to celebrate his big day with fans at his Citizens Phanatic Birthday *before and during the 1:05 p.m. game on Sunday, April 18!
- All fans will receive a Phillie Phanatic Knit Hat at the entrance gates.
- The Phanatic (and fans) will be in for quite a few pregame surprises – as Phoebe Phanatic, the Galapagos Gang, Swoop, Gritty, Franklin and Phang visit.
- The entire ballpark is invited to sing happy birthday; plus, a birthday cake, compliments of The GIANT Company, will be delivered to the Phanatic.
The game will be broadcast on NBCSP, 94 WIP and WTTM 1680,as well as available via live stream for authenticated subscribers on NBC Sports Philadelphia’s MyTeams app.
4. All weekend, enjoy a free gift with purchase at the **New Era Phillies Team Store**! Nike men’s 3/4 sleeve raglan tees are now only $20 and throughout the weekend fans get a free pair of Stance authentic collection knee high socks with any $60 purchase (_while supplies last_).
Other need-to-know information:
- Gate Openings: All gates open 90 minutes prior to game time.
- Parking Lot Openings: All parking lots open 2 hours prior to game time.
- Fandom: Be sure to use the free MLB Ballpark app as a guide for the return to Citizens Bank Park. Learn about important health and safety information, get help with digital tickets, easily find concessions and enjoy games and entertainment, and more. Fans can also follow @Phillies on social media.
- Traffic: Log on to www.511pa.com, www.511nj.org or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions. Transit services are also available; for a SEPTA schedule, please visit www.septa.org.