Marlins to host Phillies, Mets during final regular season homestand

MIAMI -- The Miami Marlins are ready to take on the Philadelphia Phillies (September 28-30) and the New York Mets (October 1-3) at Marlins Park. The six-game homestand will feature two fan giveaways (the first 5,000 kids on Sunday, September 30 will receive a Marlins Kids Ice Cream Helmet Bowl presented by Southeast Toyota and on Wednesday, October 3 (Closing Day) all fans will receive a Marlins 2013 Magnetic Schedule presented by Net10 Wireless, a Friday Night Live post-game concert with 80's Freestyle icon Stevie B, presented by Heineken Light on Friday, September 28, Saturday Spectacular on September 29 featuring a post-game fireworks show and concert with TKA/K-7. The homestand will also feature special promotions including the Sir Pizza 4-Pack on September 28, the Marlins All You Can Eat Special for just $24 and Military Mondays presented by Outback Steakhouse on October 1, the Marlins 4-for-$54 offer on October 2 and Chevron Ticket Wednesday on October 3.

Starting Friday, September 28 the Marlins will take on the Phillies with the first pitch set for 7:10 P.M. Fans can pick up the new Marlins Pizza 4-Pack, including four tickets, four Sir Pizzas and four Pepsi soft drinks for $79. The offer is available at the Marlins Park box office. Fans are also encouraged to arrive early and enjoy the pre-game party on the West Plaza, plus fans can enjoy a public autograph session with a Marlins player from 6 P.M. to 6:20 P.M. Fans are encouraged to stay after the game and enjoy a Friday Night Live concert featuring 80's Freestyle icon Stevie B, presented by Heineken Light. The three-game series continues on Saturday, September 29 at 7:10 P.M. with a post-game fireworks show and concert with TKA/K-7. This Saturday will feature pre-game entertainment on the West Plaza from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. and an autograph session with a Marlins player on the Promenade Level from 6:00 to 6:20 P.M. On Family Sunday, September 30 the first 5,000 kids will receive a Marlins Kids Ice Cream Helmet Bowl presented by Southeast Toyota. Pre-game fun will feature entertainment with Radio Disney AM 990, DJ Petey and the Marlins Energy Team. During Snapshot Sunday on the Promenade Level, fans can take photos with a Marlins player from 12 P.M. to 12:20 P.M. Sunday will also feature the first ever Bike to the Ballpark event, presented by Green Mobility Network and the City of Miami. Fans with bicycles are welcome to join the event at the Government Center in downtown Miami beginning at Noon. Post-game entertainment will include Diamond Dash where all kids can run the bases.

The homestand will continue on Monday, October 1 when the Marlins will take on the New York Mets. First pitch is set for 7:10 P.M. at Marlins Park. Military personnel with I.D. can claim free tickets at the Marlins Park box office as part of Military Mondays presented by Outback Steakhouse. Also, fans can get the Marlins All You Can Eat Special for just $24, which includes a Vista Level ticket and all you can eat hot dogs, peanuts, popcorn, nachos, sodas and water. All You Can Eat seats in the Legends Level are also available for $34 each.

The series continues on Tuesday, October 2 at 7:10 P.M. Fans can purchase the 4 for $54 Pack, which includes 4 Vista Reserved Tickets, 4 Hot Dogs, 4 Sodas and 4 Bags of Chips for $54. The 4 for $64 is also available, which includes a seating upgrade to Legends Silver. Special is available on every Tuesday home game, online and at the box office, and can be sold as a group for the same price. Food, soda and chips vouchers are redeemable at all concession stands.

The homestand will conclude on Wednesday, October 3 for Marlins Closing Day at 4:10 P.M. Fans can also take advantage of Chevron Ticket Wednesday and get 50% off tickets by bringing their receipt of 8 gallons of gas from Chevron. Also, pre-game and festivities will be available on the West Plaza, and fans are invited to stay in their seats for a special post-game Closing Day ceremony with players, Billy The Marlin, the Marlins Sea Creatures, the Energy Team and more.

Information on full and partial season tickets for the 2013 season at Marlins Park is available by calling 1-877-MARLINS or online at www.marlins.com.

The following is a complete list of broadcasts, promotions, events and ticket promotions scheduled for the upcoming homestand:

Friday, September 28  (7:10 p.m.)  Friday Night Live
Opponent: Philadelphia Phillies
Probable Pitchers: LHP Mark Buehrle vs. LHP Cliff Lee (subject to change)
TV: FS Florida
Radio: WAXY 790 AM, WAQI 710AM (Spanish)
Giveaway: All fans will receive a Marlins Playbill

NEW PIZZA 4-PACK OFFER: Every remaining Friday home game, fans can pick up the new Marlins Pizza 4-Pack, including four tickets, 4 Sir Pizzas and 4 Pepsi soft drinks for $79. The offer is available at the Marlins Park box office.

THE BUCK-A-ROOS: John Buck will be bringing 20-25 special needs children as part of the Buck-A-Roos program. John Buck has donated tickets, a buckaroo shirt, food vouchers, and will also have a private meet and greet with the kids. John Buck will take part in a private meet and greet with the kids in the Media Press Conference Room.

50-50 RAFFLE: Every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday home game the Marlins Foundation partners with local non-profit organizations to host the 50/50 Raffle. The 50/50 Raffle Programs provides fans the opportunity to win 50% of the proceeds, with the other half of the proceeds benefitting the guest non-profit organization. From the time the gates open until the end of the 4th inning tickets can be purchased for a suggested donation of $3 per ticket, two for $5, five for $10, and 15 for $20, at Raffle Headquarters Section 23 and from volunteers throughout the ballpark. The winning number will be posted at Raffle Headquarters, Guest Services and at www.marlins.com/raffles. Raffle host dates are still available. If you are an official 501 (c) (3) organization in Broward, Miami Dade, Monroe or Palm Beach Counties interested in raising funds while spreading awareness at Marlins Park, sign up to participate in the 50/50 Raffle Program today. For more information call (305) 480-1441 or email [email protected]. The Friday, September 28th raffle will benefit Camillus House.

The mission of Camillus House is to provide Christian hospitality and respect for life through direct services of food, clothing, shelter, addiction counseling, behavioral health and job training, and health care to the poor and homeless of South Florida. For information, please visit www.camillus.org.

PREGAME PARTY ON THE WEST PLAZA: The Marlins will host a pregame party on the West Plaza from 5- 7 P.M. featuring music with DJ Petey and the Energy Team.

PUBLIC AUTOGRAPH SESSION: Fans will be able to get autographs from a Marlins player from 6 P.M. - 6:20 P.M on the Promenade Level.

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE POST-GAME CONCERT: Jiffy Lube Friday Night Live will feature a post-game concert with 80's Freestyle Icon Stevie B, presented by Heineken Light.

RADIO STATION APPEARANCES: Sports Talk 790 The Ticket, Radio Mambi 710AM.

Saturday, September 29  (7:10 p.m.)  Saturday Spectacular
Opponent: Philadelphia Phillies
Probable Pitchers: RHP Ricky Nolasco vs. RHP Roy Halladay (subject to change)
TV: FS Florida
Radio: WAXY 790 AM, WAQI 710AM (Spanish)
Giveaway: All fans will receive a Marlins Playbill

PREGAME PARTY ON THE WEST PLAZA: The Marlins will host a pregame party on the West Plaza from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M featuring live music and hosted by DJ Petey.

POSTGAME FIREWORKS SHOW: Saturday will feature a post-game fireworks show and concert with TKA/K-7.

MDA "JERSEYS OFF THEIR BACKS" RAFFLE - 17TH ANNUAL: The Marlins Foundation will once again partner with the Muscular Dystrophy Association for the MDA "Jerseys Off Their Backs" on Saturday, September 29th. Fans have the opportunity to win one of 15 autographed, game used jerseys from their favorite Marlins players. From time the gates open until the end of the 3rd inning, fans can purchase raffle tickets for $5 each or five for $20 at one of the 16 stations located throughout Marlins Park.

RADIO STATION APPEARANCES: Sports Talk 790 The Ticket, Radio Mambi 710AM.

Sunday, September 30  (1:10 p.m.)  Family Sunday
Opponent: Philadelphia Phillies
Probable Pitchers: RHP Nathan Eovaldi vs. LHP Cole Hamels(subject to change)
TV: FS Florida
Radio: WAXY 790, WAQI 710AM (Spanish)
Giveaway: The first 5,000 kids on Sunday, September 30 will receive a Marlins Kids Ice Cream Helmet Bowl presented by Southeast Toyota

SNAPSHOT SUNDAY: On every Family Sunday this season, fans will be able to have their photograph taken with a Marlins player. Fans are reminded to bring their own camera. Snapshot Sunday is located on the Promenade Level in Section 28 from 12:00 P.M. to 12:20 P.M.

PREGAME ENTERTAINMENT: DJ Petey will host a pregame party on the West Plaza, and Radio Disney AM 990 will be at Sec. 34 on the Promenade Level from 11 AM to 1 PM with music, games, prizes and more.

JEFF CONINE POKER CLASSIC: For just a $300 donation, you'll enjoy of evening of poker with Jeff Conine, Miami Marlins players, & many more sports celebrities. The final table prizes this year are EVEN BETTER, including a trip to Costa Rica, a designer men's watch, and a $10,000 seat to the 2013 WSOP!

4 ALS DAY: The Marlins Foundation and the ALS Recovery Fund will partner once again to host 4ALS Day. Members of the ALS Recovery Fund and their supporters will enjoy the day from the All You Can Eat seats in right field section 201. The Marlins will play Lou Gehrig's "Luckiest Man" Speech prior to the game.

DIAMOND DASH: After every Marlins Family Sunday, kids 12 and under get to run the bases on the field in the Marlins Diamond Dash. We ask that children do not slide at any base or Home Plate for their own safety. Billy's Bunch kids club members can present their 2012 membership card in order to move up to the Diamond Dash Fast Lane.

BIKE TO THE BALLPARK EVENT: City of Miami Mayor Tomas Regalado, in conjunction with the Miami Marlins and the Green Mobility Network, invite fans to bike to the Marlins game this Sunday. The goal is to demonstrate how easy it is to get from downtown Miami to Marlins Ballpark by bicycle. Bicyclists can take their bikes aboard Metrorail or Metromover to Government Center. From there it is only 1.6 miles to Marlins Ballpark where you will be greeted by Mayor Regalado and Marlins Executives. Participants will be there in plenty of time for the first pitch at 1:15pm. At the Ballpark you will find free bike valet and enjoy Major League Baseball at one of the best sport facilities in the world.

BUY ONE GET ONE FREE PRESENTED BY NAVARRO DISCOUNT PHARMACY: Fans can bring receipt of their Navarro Purchase to any Marlins Park Box Office window to get a free ticket for any Sunday home game with the purchase of one Legends Silver or Vista Reserved.

RADIO STATION APPEARANCES: Sports Talk 790 The Ticket, Radio Mambi 710AM, Radio Disney AM 990.

Monday, October 1  (7:10 p.m.)  Outback Steakhouse Military Monday
Opponent: New York Mets
Probable Pitchers: RHP Josh Johnson vs. TBA (subject to change)
TV: FS Florida
Radio: WAXY 790 AM, WAQI 710AM (Spanish)
Giveaway: All fans will receive a Marlins Playbill

PRE AND POST-GAME ENTERTAINMENT ON THE WEST PLAZA: The Marlins will host a pregame party on the West Plaza from 5- 7 P.M. with DJ Petey. Fans are invited back out to the West Plaza post-game for music and entertainment.

OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE MILITARY MONDAYS: On Outback Steakhouse Military Mondays, the Marlins will offer complimentary tickets for military employees, active duty, Reserve, National Guard and their dependents. Entertainment and ceremonies before and during each Military Monday will recognize and honor members of our military, and will include a full Color Guard, guest National Anthem performances, God Bless America performances during the 7th Inning Stretch, videos from soldiers stationed overseas, a "Soldier of the Game" feature and much more. Details: The offer is valid for one complimentary ticket per Military I.D. for any of the Monday games listed below, and is subject to availability. Eligible military personnel or dependents must present valid military IDs to the Marlins Park Box Office on the day of the game only. Everyone, including dependents, must present their own military I.D. at the box office to receive a ticket. Seating categories will be up to Home Plate Box and assigned based on availability. Postseason games are not available through this offer.

UNITED HEALTHCARE ACTIVE SENIOR NIGHT: Monday, October 1st vs. NY Mets is United Healthcare "Active Senior Night." Seniors can purchase discounted tickets to attend the game, courtesy of United Healthcare. In addition, United Healthcare will be on-site distributing collateral and giveaways to all fans on the Promenade Level.

LETTERS TO THE TROOPS: The Marlins are partnering with Savannah's Soldiers in bringing back the Letter's to the Troops campaign. Fans are encouraged to visit section 16 throughout the game and participate in the letter writing campaign thanking our service men and women.

MARLINS ALL YOU CAN EAT SPECIAL: Fans can purchase the All You Can Eat Special for just $24 per person, which includes a Vista Level ticket and All You Can Eat Hot Dogs, Soda, Water, Nachos, Peanuts and Popcorn. Special is available online and at the box office, and can be sold as a group for the same price. All You Can Eat seats are also available in the Legends Level for $34 each.

SOLDIER OF THE GAME: As part of Military Mondays the Miami Marlins will honor a current armed forces member prior to the game. They will have a private meet and greet with Marlins players.

RADIO STATION APPEARANCES: Sports Talk 790 The Ticket, Radio Mambi 710AM.

Tuesday, October 2  (7:10 p.m.)
Opponent: New York Mets
Probable Pitchers: TBA
TV: FS Florida
Radio: WAXY 790 AM, WAQI 710AM (Spanish)
Giveaway: All fans will receive a Marlins Playbill

PRE AND POST-GAME ENTERTAINMENT ON THE WEST PLAZA: The Marlins will host a pregame party on the West Plaza from 5- 7 P.M. with DJ Petey. Fans are invited back out to the West Plaza post-game for music and entertainment.

NAVARRO DISCOUNT PHARMACY FLU AWARENESS NIGHT: Marlins fans, be sure to stop by the Navarro Discount Pharmacy display located on the Home Plate Landing during the Tuesday, October 2nd, Marlins vs. Mets game. All fans will have the opportunity to receive a Flu Shot administered by Navarro Pharmacy's licensed pharmacists. In addition, fans have the opportunity to purchase discounted tickets to the game. Visit www.marlins.com/flu for more information.

BLOWOUT SALE: The Marlins Foundation holds an Annual Blowout Sale each year located on the West Plaza at Marlins Park. A second Sale will be Tuesday, October 2, 2012 from 4:30 PM until the end of the third inning. Many unique items are offered at the Blowout Sale including but not limited to, game-used equipment, autographs from current and former Marlins, and more. For more information, please contact the Marlin Foundation at 305-480-2550 or [email protected].

4 FOR $54 SPECIAL: Fans can purchase the 4 for $54 Pack, which includes 4 Vista Reserved Tickets, 4 Hot Dogs, 4 Sodas and 4 Bags of Chips for $54. The 4 for $64 is also available, which includes a seating upgrade to Legends Silver. Special is available on every Tuesday home game, online and at the box office, and can be sold as a group for the same price. Food, soda and chips vouchers are redeemable at all concession stands.

RADIO STATION APPEARANCES: Sports Talk 790 The Ticket, Radio Mambi 710AM.

Wednesday, October 3  (4:10 p.m.)  Closing Day
Opponent: New York Mets
Probable Pitchers: TBA
TV: FS Florida
Radio: WAXY 790 AM, WAQI 710AM (Spanish)
Giveaway: Marlins 2013 Magnetic Schedule presented by Net10 Wireless

PRE AND POST-GAME ENTERTAINMENT ON THE WEST PLAZA: The Marlins will host a pregame party on the West Plaza from 2:30 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. with DJ Petey. Fans are invited back out to the West Plaza post-game for a special Closing Day Party.

50-50 RAFFLE: Every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday home game the Marlins Foundation partners with local non-profit organizations to host the 50/50 Raffle. The 50/50 Raffle Programs provides fans the opportunity to win 50% of the proceeds, with the other half of the proceeds benefitting the guest non-profit organization. From the time the gates open until the end of the 4th inning tickets can be purchased for a suggested donation of $3 per ticket, two for $5, five for $10, and 15 for $20, at Raffle Headquarters Section 23 and from volunteers throughout the ballpark. The winning number will be posted at Raffle Headquarters, Guest Services and at www.marlins.com/raffles. Raffle host dates are still available. If you are an official 501 (c) (3) organization in Broward, Miami Dade, Monroe or Palm Beach Counties interested in raising funds while spreading awareness at Marlins Park, sign up to participate in the 50/50 Raffle Program today. For more information call (305) 480-1441 or email [email protected]. The Wednesday, October 3rd raffle will benefit The Miami Foundation.

The Miami Foundation provides civic leadership, bringing stakeholders together to tackle issues of concern in our community. Working together with Fundholders and community partners, The Miami Foundation leverages collective knowledge, creativity and resources for a greater impact than any one of us could make alone. For more information, please visit www.miamifoundation.org.

CHEVRON TICKET WEDNESDAYS: fans who fill up their cars with Chevron with Techron gasoline until the end of the season will receive a voucher redeemable for a 50% discount off Wednesday home game tickets.

NET10 PARTNER NIGHT: Marlins fans can come check out the Net10 Wireless display located on the West Plaza at Marlins Park before the Marlins vs. Mets 2012 Closing Day game. All fans attending the game will also receive a 2013 Marlins Magnet Schedule, courtesy of Net10 Wireless.

RADIO STATION APPEARANCES: Sports Talk 790 The Ticket, Radio Mambi 710AM.

GENERAL INFORMATION

MARLINS RADIO NETWORK: All 162 regular season games will be broadcast on 790 The Ticket and the Marlins Radio Network in English and on WAQI 710 AM in Spanish. The Marlins Radio Network consists of: WSWN 900 AM in Belle Glade, WELE 1380 AM in Daytona Beach, WEFL 760 AM in West Palm Beach, WFFG 1300 AM in Marathon, WKWF 1600 AM in Key West, WSTU 1450 AM in Stuart, WWCN 770 AM Fort Myers/Naples.

CELEBRATION CLUB: Marlins fans can display a personalized message on Marlins Vision for the home crowd to see for a donation to the Marlins Foundation. Personalized messages will be shown at the end of the 2nd inning of every Marlins home game. Messages will run for the first 12 people who call the Marlins office to make a reservation or sign up at www.marlins.com/celebrationclub. The cost is $75.00 per message, with all proceeds benefiting the Marlins Foundation.

CHEVRON TICKET WEDNESDAYS: Receive 50% off select Marlins tickets when you fill up 8 gallons or more of gas at participating Chevron stations. Just go inside at participating stations and claim you discount voucher, or save your gasoline receipt and bring it to the Marlins box office. Tickets subject to availability, cannot be combined with other offers.