Top things to know for Phillies weekend series vs. Mets (4/30-5/2)
The Philadelphia Phillies will host the New York Mets during sold-out games on Friday, April 30, to Sunday, May 2, at Citizens Bank Park. (Note: Tickets are available at phillies.com for the upcoming Brewers series, May 3-6.) Here’s a look at some of the fan highlights surrounding the series.
Also, please remember to mask up and be aware of the safety guidelines at the ballpark. The Phillies have enabled contactless and cashless payments across all points of sale locations; fans can purchase concessions and merchandise using this safer cashless method.
1. Probable pitcher Chase Anderson to take the mound on Friday, April 30, for the 7:05 p.m. game. The game will bebroadcast on NBCSP+, MLBN (out-of-market only), 94 WIP and WTTM 1680, as well as available via live stream for authenticated subscribers on NBC Sports Philadelphia’s MyTeams app.
2. Saturday, May 1, features probable pitcher Zack Wheeler at 6:05 p.m. The game will be broadcast on NBCSP+, 94 WIP and WTTM 1680.
3. ESPN Sunday Night Baseball returns to broadcast Sunday’s 7:08 p.m. game, featuring probable pitcher Zach Eflin on the mound. The game will also airon 94 WIP and WTTM 1680. The evening will celebrate all moms as part of Herr's Mother's Appreciation Day.
• All women 15 and over will receive a Herr's Ladies J.T. Realmuto T-Shirt as they enter the ballpark gates.
• Plus, be on the lookout for the Phanatic’s mom, Phoebe, who will be taking part in the pregame events.
4. In honor of the Phans Feeding Families initiative, Phillies Charities, Inc. is hosting an MLB Ballpark app auction (_available on iOS and Android devices only_), featuring an amazing lineup of autographed items from players such as Bryce Harper, Andrew McCutchen, Aaron Nola and more. Fans can bid until noon on Monday, May 24. Proceeds benefit Philabundance.
5. Featured this series is the Frontline Heroes Phanatic Dance presented by Toyota, taking place during the fifth inning of every game. Among the frontline workers taking part are Wanda Lapp, middle school teacher, and Robert Marsden, high school teacher (Friday) Kelly Gallagher, primary school teacher (Saturday) and Jeanine Oxley, nurse practitioner (Sunday).
6. All weekend, enjoy a free gift with purchase at the New Era Phillies Team Store! The Phillie Phanatic PZLZ 3D puzzle is available for only $20 now until Sunday, May 2; plus, fans get a free Color Camo cap by ’47 Brand with any $100 purchase Friday, April 30, to Sunday, May 2 (_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: Fans can stay informed by following the newly-launched @PhilliesCBP on Twitter and liking the official Citizens Bank Park Facebook page. Fans can also follow @Phillies on social media. Plus, use the free MLB Ballpark app as a guide to Citizens Bank Park.
- Traffic: Log on to www.511pa.com, www.511nj.orgor call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions. Transit services are also available; for a SEPTA schedule, please visit www.septa.org.