Rays host Marlins, Yankees in six-game homestand

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.—The Tampa Bay Rays return to Tropicana Field tomorrow for a two-team, six-game homestand against the Miami Marlins (May 24-25) and New York Yankees (May 26-29). The 2022 Rays season is presented by Bayfront Health St. Petersburg.

Tuesday, May 24 vs. Miami Marlins

• First Pitch: 6:40 p.m.
• Gates Open: 5:10 p.m.
• National Anthem: Will be performed by Aubrey Wollett.
• Salute to Service: Active-duty and retired military members, as well as first responders and teachers, can receive two (2) complimentary tickets. This offer expires the night before the game at midnight. To take advantage of the offer, visit RaysBaseball.com/Military, RaysBaseball.com/FirstResponders or RaysBaseball.com/Teachers and click the “Get Verified” button to be verified through ID.me and receive a coupon code.
• Tuesday’s Champion: Before every Tuesday home game, the Rays recognize a child from the Make-A-Wish Foundation or the Children’s Dream Fund as a part of the “Tuesday’s Champion” program, presented by RIPA & Associates. The Rays will recognize 12-year-old Jace Driggers from the Make-A-Wish Foundation with a ceremonial first pitch.

Wednesday, May 25 vs. Miami Marlins

• First Pitch: 6:40 p.m.
• Gates Open: 5:10 p.m.
• Rays Rookies Ticket Special: Members of the Rays Rookies Kids Club, presented by Hi-Chew, can receive 50 percent off tickets in the Lower Reserved and Rays Party Deck sections using the offer code sent to members via email. A maximum of six (6) tickets per account per date can be purchased.
• National Anthem: Will be performed by Aja Frazier.
• Mental Health Awareness: As part of the Rays Mental Health Awareness Month initiatives, the Rays Families will be packing gift bags for the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay’s Gateway department in appreciation for their work in helping those in crisis and in need of support. The gift bags will be delivered to the Crisis Center’s office at a later date.

Thursday, May 26 vs. New York Yankees

• First Pitch: 6:40 p.m.
• Gates Open: 5:10 p.m.
• National Anthem: Will be performed by Jacqueline Boehme.
• Ceremonial First Pitch: Bayfront Health St. Petersburg Chief Financial Officer LaTasha Barnes.
• 7th Inning Stretch: Will be performed by team members of Bayfront Health St. Petersburg.
• Salute to Service: Active-duty and retired military members, as well as first responders and teachers, can receive 50 percent off Lower Box and Lower Reserved tickets. This offer expires the night before the game at midnight. To redeem the offer, visit RaysBaseball.com/Military, RaysBaseball.com/FirstResponders or RaysBaseball.com/Teachers and click the “Get Verified” button to be verified through ID.me and receive a coupon code.

Friday, May 27 vs. New York Yankees

• First Pitch: 7:10 p.m.
• Gates Open: 5:40 p.m.
• Promotion: Wander Franco Chain Necklace presented by DEX Imaging. Available to all fans while supplies last.
• National Anthem: Will be performed by Pitchforks from St. Petersburg High School.
• Ceremonial First Pitch: Italian Club of Tampa.
• Mental Health Awareness: The Rays Baseball Foundation will recognize their partnership with the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay by presenting them with a partnership grant of $15,000 plus $25,000 in proceeds from the Mental Health Awareness Month online auction, totaling $40,000.

Saturday, May 28 vs. New York Yankees

• First Pitch: 4:10 p.m.
• Gates Open: 2:40 p.m.
• National Anthem: Will be performed by Vanessa Dockery.
• Ceremonial First Pitch: University of South Florida Athletics Vice President and Athletic Director Michael Kelly.
• Sold Out: Saturday’s game is sold out. It marks the club’s second sellout of the season, following a 2-1 win on Opening Day over the Baltimore Orioles.
• Devil Rays Day: The Rays will wear their Nike white alternative throwback Devil Rays jerseys and navy blue New Era retro caps. This will be the first of five dates the Rays wear the throwback jerseys and caps.
• Cereal for Summer Donation Drive: The Rays are teaming up with Feeding Tampa Bay to host a Cereal for Summer donation drive outside Gate 1 (Lot 7) and Gate 4. Accepted items include dry cereal, breakfast bars, granola and oatmeal. Fans who donate three (3) or more items will receive a ticket voucher valid for two (2) Lower Reserved tickets for a future 2022 regular-season home game. For more information, visit RaysBaseball.com/Cereal.

Sunday, May 29 vs. New York Yankees

• First Pitch: 1:40 p.m.
• Gates Open: 12:10 p.m.
• Promotion: Sweatshirt Drawstring Bag presented by Morgan Automotive Group. Available to all fans 14 years and under while supplies last.
• National Anthem: Will be performed by Amanda Breivogel.
• Ceremonial First Pitch: 11-year-old Grayson Coleman, an avid Rays fan and osteosarcoma survivor.
• 7th Inning Stretch: Will be performed by a Salute to Veterans Day group.
• For The Kids: Sundays are Family Fun Days. Every Sunday home game will feature family fun performers, including face painters and balloon artists. This season also marks the return of Kids Run the Bases following the conclusion of the game.

Additional Homestand Notes

• Papa John’s Rays 6 Promotion: When the Rays score six or more runs in both home and away games, fans can receive 50 percent off pizzas on their online order the next day at PapaJohns.com or the Papa John’s Official app.
• Kane’s Furniture 10K Promotion: If Rays pitchers strike out 10 batters during a home game, take your mobile ticket located in the MLB Ballpark app or a print-at-home voucher to any Kane’s Furniture store within five days and receive a coupon for one free taco, chips and medium fountain drink at participating area Tijuana Flats locations. Restrictions apply. For more information, visit KanesStrikeout.com.
• Lowe’s Home Runs for Hope: For every home run Rays infielder Brandon Lowe hits, he and his wife, Madison, will donate $100 to the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay. The Rays Baseball Foundation will also contribute $100 per home run in support of Lowe’s “Home Runs for Hope” campaign. The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay provides a range of services to ensure that no one in the community has to face a crisis alone. It is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year as the community gateway to help. People who are struggling with a variety of crisis situations including sexual assault or abuse, domestic violence, financial distress, substance abuse, medical emergency, suicidal thoughts and other emotional or situational problems can connect to hope and healing.
• Budweiser Good Sport Designated Driver Program: Pledge to be a designated driver by abstaining from alcohol and signing up via the MLB Ballpark app. Provide your contact information, follow the confirmation link in your inbox and show at Gate 3 Guest Services. Each fan who signs up will receive a small cup good for soda or water at Coca-Cola Refresh Stations. One winner each game will also receive a Rays hat.
• 50/50 Charity Raffle: For all home games, fans can obtain 50/50 charity raffle tickets at Tropicana Field and online at RaysBaseball.com/5050. Online raffle tickets are open to all persons who are in the State of Florida (excluding Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties) and 18 years of age or older at the time of entry. Fans who obtain their raffle tickets prior to first pitch will receive twice the number of entries for their donation. Proceeds from the 50/50 charity raffle benefit the Rays Baseball Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization and the official charity of the Rays.
• Rays Rookies Kids Club: The Rays Rookies Kids Club, presented by Hi-Chew, is back for the 2022 season. For $30, members receive exclusive items, including a backpack, snapback hat and baseball seam bracelet. Members receive 50 percent off tickets to select home games plus access to exclusive events and experiences at Tropicana Field, including priority access to Kids Run the Bases. For more information or to purchase a Rays Rookies Kids Club membership, visit RaysBaseball.com/RaysRookies.