Indians return home for quick three-game series vs Minnesota

INDIANS WIVES ASSOCIATION AUCTIONING GAME-WORN JERSEYS SATURDAY

The Indians Wives Association's annual "Shirts Off Their Backs" auction will take place Saturday from 5:30PM through the top of the seventh inning outside Section 156 on Progressive Field's main concourse. Player-worn jerseys from Friday will be auctioned, and Mystery Baseballs will be sold for $40.

DINNER ON THE DIAMOND AT PROGRESSIVE FIELD SEPT. 13

The Indians again will hold their Dinner on the Diamond event at Progressive Field on September 13. Participants will enjoy hors d'oeuvres and cocktails in the dugout, followed by dinner service on the warning track of Progressive Field. Dinner includes a complementary bottle of wine (one per table). For more information or to purchase tickets, visit Indians.com/SpecialEvents.

AL ROSEN DOCUMENTARY AVAILABLE AT INDIANS TEAM SHOPS

Al Rosen, a four-time All-Star and 1953 American League MVP, is the subject of a new documentary: "Beating the Odds: The Al Rosen Story."

In the new documentary, Rosen, a one-time collegiate and Golden Gloves boxer, pulls no punches in interviews conducted with the film's writer and producer, Bill Levy, a former baseball writer and now a film producer in Cleveland.

Rosen led the American League with 37 home runs in 1950 as a rookie, and batted .336, hit 43 homers and drove in 145 RBI in 1953. In an injury-shortened career, Rosen drove in 100 or more runs five times and was the hero of the 1954 All-Star Game, hitting two homers and driving in five runs.

The DVD is available at Indians Team Shops, Amazon.com and www.rosendocumentary.com.

Friday, August 23 vs. Twins @ 7:05PM

*ALL GATES: OPEN at 5:30PM (Gate C at 4:30PM)
Broadcast Information: SportsTime Ohio-HD; WTAM/WMMS/IRN

Fireworks, presented by Wayside Furniture: Another of our 16 fireworks nights at Progressive Field will be set to a Blues Brothers theme and begin shortly after the conclusion of the series opener vs. the Twins.

Sections 101-103, 170-179, 303-304, 504 and 570-77 will be cleared, as will the Bleachers, Home Run Porch, Market Pavilion and RIDGID Jobsite Bar.

Sugardale Dollar Dog Night: Come out to Progressive Field and enjoy Sugardale Dollar Dog Night, one of 15 during 2013. Hot dogs are only $1 in the ballpark all evening.

Rally Alley, presented by RTA: Street performers, concessions, autographs by alumni Carlos Baerga and Marquis Grissom, and more will be featured. More info: >> Indians Rally Alley

TEAM Designated Driver Challenge: The Indians and Twins are competing to register the most fans through Budweiser's Good Sport Designated Driver Challenge. The challenge is coordinated by Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management, and its goal is to increase awareness of the DD program. Indians fans can sign at any Fan Services kiosk or the Concierge Desk through the third inning to receive a coupon for a free small Pepsi product and be entered to win a prize pack courtesy of Budweiser. 

Ohio City shuttle: A free shuttle transports Indians fans from Cleveland's Ohio City neighborhood starting one hour before game time and runs back to Ohio City for an hour after the game.

Majestic Athletic "Wear Your Hero" Race Around the Bases: Two fans, chosen at random, will race around the Progressive Field bases after the game, putting on oversized Indians gear along the way.

Wayside Furniture 'Best Seats in the House' Sweepstakes: A sweepstakes winner and guests will watch fireworks from the warning track in comfy recliners postgame courtesy of Wayside Furniture. Fans may enter online at Indians.com/wayside for the August 23rd game vs. Minnesota.

Cleveland Indians Charities In-Park Auction: Items up for grabs in Section 155 include signed items from current Indians players including jerseys, bats, balls and photos.

Saturday, August 24 vs. Twins @ 7:05PM

*ALL GATES: OPEN at 5:30PM (Gates A and C at 4:30PM) Broadcast Information: SportsTime Ohio-HD; WTAM/WMMS/IRN

Nick Swisher replica jersey giveaway, courtesy of KIA Motors: The first 10,000 fans through the Progressive Field turnstiles receive the Tribe first baseman's jersey. Arrive early, as these are sure to be a hot item.

Fireworks: Another of our 16 fireworks nights at Progressive Field will be set to a U2 music theme and begin shortly after the conclusion of the game. Sections 101-103, 170-179, 303-304, 504 and 570-77 will be cleared, as will the Bleachers, Home Run Porch, Market Pavilion and RIDGID Jobsite Bar.

John Adams 40th anniversary: The Tribe's longtime, unofficial drummer will be honored on the field pregame, while video tributes will play throughout the night, featuring interviews with fans, Indians executives and more.

Rally Alley, presented by RTA: Street performers, concessions, autographs by alumni Carlos Baerga and Marquis Grissom, and more will be featured.

More info: >> Indians Rally Alley

Indians Wives Association "Shirts Off Their Backs" auction: Game-worn jerseys from Friday night's game will be signed by Tribe players and auctioned off for charity on Saturday outside Section 156 on the Progressive Field concourse. Mystery Baseballs also will be on sale for $40.

TEAM Designated Driver Challenge: The Indians and Twins are competing to register the most fans through Budweiser's Good Sport Designated Driver Challenge. The challenge is coordinated by Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management, and its goal is to increase awareness of the DD program. Indians fans can sign at any Fan Services kiosk or the Concierge Desk through the third inning to receive a coupon for a free small Pepsi product and be entered to win a prize pack courtesy of Budweiser.

Terrace Club Pub open to public: The fourth floor of the Terrace Club will be open for all fans (space permitting) this weekend when the gates open. The menu features soda, mixed drinks, wine, beer, popcorn, chips and peanuts.

Ohio City shuttle: A free shuttle transports Indians fans from Cleveland's Ohio City neighborhood starting one hour before game time and for an hour after the game.

Ron Kuntz tribute: A gallery of the late Plain Dealer photographer's work will be on display outside Section 150 on the main concourse for fans to view.

Sunday, August 24 vs. Twins @ 1:05PM

*ALL GATES: OPEN at 11:30AM (Gate C at 11:00AM)

Broadcast Information: SportsTime Ohio-HD; WTAM/WMMS/IRN

Crafting at the Ballpark, presented by Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores: All kids attending the game vs. Minnesota can participate in crafting activities on Gateway Plaza before the game.

KeyBank Kids Fun Day: All Sunday home games feature KeyBank Kids Fun Days. Activities include appearances by Radio Disney, Jungle Terry and more; and the Kids Clubhouse, featuring the Rookie Suite presented by University Hospitals and Slugger's Sandlot presented by KeyBank. Fun Days also feature Signature Sunday, where 150 children will be chosen to get autographs from select Tribe players, and Kids Starting Lineups.

Kids Run the Bases Presented by Cleveland Clinic Children's: Young Tribe fans will have the opportunity to run around the bases like their favorite players. All kids (12 & Under) can stay immediately after the game to take part, and will receive a giveaway item from Cleveland Clinic Children's when they're finished. All kids participating in Kids Run the Bases will receive a coloring book, courtesy of Cleveland Clinic, at Gate A on their way out of the ballpark.

Terrace Club Pub open to public: The fourth floor of the Terrace Club will be open for all fans (space permitting) this weekend when the gates open. The menu features soda, mixed drinks, wine, beer, popcorn, chips and peanuts.