DETROIT - The 118th season of Detroit Tigers baseball begins on March 29, and 2018 promises to bring a season packed full of excitement, tradition and unique experiences to Comerica Park, located in the heart of The District Detroit. The Tigers have incorporated a new lineup of promotions, concession items, fantasy experiences and ticket packages into the 2018 calendar as part of the team's commitment to an enhanced fan experience.
The Tigers open their home schedule with a six-game stretch at Comerica Park when they welcome the Pittsburgh Pirates to town on March 29, 31 and April 1 at 1:10 p.m., and then host their Central Division-rival, the Kansas City Royals, on April 2, 3 and 4 at 1:10 p.m.
Be sure to get your Tigers tickets for the opening homestand and games in 2018 at Comerica Park now. For single game ticket information call 866-66-TIGER. For season, group, picnic and suite ticket options call 313-471-BALL(2255). For complete ticket information visit tigers.com/tickets.
COMERICA PARK GATES OPEN TWO HOURS PRIOR TO FIRST PITCH ON OPENING DAY
- WHAT IS NEW IN 2018 -
TIGERS DIGITAL PASS
Starting at just $29.99/month, the Tigers Digital Ballpark Pass will give you access to all April-September home games, with digital tickets delivered directly to your phone. Benefits include a guaranteed Standing Room ticket to every 2018 April-September home game, convenient auto-renewal each month, and easy ticket delivery via the MLB Ballpark App.
For just $49.99/month, fans may choose a Tigers Digital Ballpark Pass, which includes a guaranteed seat to each 2018 April-September home game. Exact seat assignments will vary from game to game (delivered digitally via the MLB Ballpark App before the first pitch). Seat locations include: Outfield Box, Lower Baseline Box, Upper Box, Mezzanine, Pavilion, Right Field Grandstand, Upper Grandstand and Upper Reserved Infield. Availability is limited, so place your order today. For more information, visit tigers.com/pass.
THE JACK MORRIS AND ALAN TRAMMELL CELEBRATION PACKAGE
Fans get a unique chance to celebrate Tigers history with the 2018 Jack Morris and Alan Trammell Celebration Package, starting as low as $76. The package includes entry to four select Tigers home games (6/9, 7/21, 8/12 and 8/26), featuring the HOF number retirement ceremonies, as well as replica Hall of Fame plaques of Morris and Trammell. Seat locations include: Upper Grandstand, Pavilion, Upper Reserved Infield and Right Field Grandstand. Additional information can be found by visiting tigers.com/hof.
GROUP TICKETS (Call 313-471-2255 for all experiences and details)
For groups of 15-or-more, the Tigers now offer expanded discounts, which include better seat locations and increased ticket discounts. In addition to new group experiences and party areas, Comerica Park has a new lineup of special events and theme days all season long, which all can be found at tigers.com/groups or tigers.com/specialevents.
NEW SPECIAL THEMED EVENTS FOR 2018
NEW GROUP EXPERIENCES (Experiences are awarded based on number of tickets sold)
NEW PARTY AREAS AT COMERICA PARK
GIVEAWAYS, SPECIAL EVENTS, FIREWORKS
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MICHIGAN KIDS OPENING DAY - SUNDAY, APRIL 15
NEW GIVEAWAYS
DETROIT TIGERS VACATIONS TRIP TO SEATTLE
May 17-21, 2018 - Travel west to the Emerald City with Tigers Vacations and enjoy four Tigers games on the road. Guests will receive four nights of first-class accommodation at The Silver Cloud Hotel Seattle - Stadium, located directly across the street from Safeco Field. All vacations include round trip air fare, a pre-game party and an exclusive event with select Tigers players and team personnel. To purchase packages, visit tigers.com/vacations.
HALL OF FAME TRAVEL PACKAGES
Official Tigers 2018 National Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Weekend packages are available now. Various travel options are available for fans hoping to see the induction of 1984 Word Series teammates Jack Morris and Alan Trammell. All packages include airfare, a reserved ticket for the induction ceremony and National Baseball Hall of Fame membership which includes admission into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. To purchase packages or for additional information fans can visit tigers.com.
NEW KIDS CLUB 2018 MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE
Get your child excited about baseball and save money on tickets with the Detroit Tigers Kids Club presented by Aquafina, FOX Sports Detroit, and Kroger. The 2018 Tigers Kids Club includes an exclusive Detroit Tigers jersey, sling bag and spirit sleeve. For just $25, you can enroll your child now at tigers.com/kidsclub and receive discounts, BOGO ticket offers and membership benefits all season long.
NEW ITEMS AVAILABLE AT THE D SHOP
New Items:
Suite Level Exclusive items:
Ballpark Exclusive items:
NEW MENU ITEMS THROUGHOUT BALLPARK
NEW PUBLICATIONS
AUTHENTICS
The Detroit Tigers Authentics Program is entering its 12th season at Comerica Park. Located on the third baseline by section 133, fans can purchase and take home game-used baseballs, bases, bats and jerseys from their favorite Tigers players.
Some new items available include.
NEW GAMEDAY IN-GAME FEATURES
NEW AND RETURNING SPONSORS
Detroit Tigers Sunday baseball games will feature Chevy Youth Baseball Sunday Kids Days, which include fun opportunities for young Tigers fans to learn baseball skills and fundamentals during pregame activities in Columbia Plaza. New partners to the Tigers in 2018 include: Fanatics, Pastime Foods, Children's Hospital of Michigan Foundation, FITTEAM Global, Guernsey Farms Dairy, Strategic Staffing Solutions, Treasury Wine Estates, Falken Tire, and Mitel.
MLB At Bat
Looking for Tigers baseball everywhere you go, whenever you want? Download MLB At Bat, the #1 app for live Tigers action. Available for iPhone, iPad and Android, At Bat delivers LIVE audio of every game with your favorite Tigers broadcasters, favorite team customization, Statcast and pitch tracking, up-to-the-moment statistics, breaking news and in-game video highlights. MLB.TV subscribers get At Bat Premium for free and can watch live out-of-market games with home or away broadcast feeds.
MLB Ballpark
With the free MLB Ballpark app for iPhone and Android smartphones, you can access and upgrade your tickets and enjoy valuable check-in offers, social media integration and exclusive content. Download the MLB Ballpark app today.
STAY CONNECTED WITH THE TIGERS ALL SEASON LONG!
Stay up to date with the latest Tigers GIFs, highlights and news by connecting with the club on social media. Find ALL of the Tigers social media accounts, including the accounts of your favorite players, by visiting tigers.com/connect.
NEW AND ENHANCED NETTING INSTALLED
NEW FANTASY EXPERIENCES (Call 313-471-2550 or visit detroittigersfantasycamp.com for all experiences and details)
Detroit Tigers Road Trip to Chicago to Face the Cubs
Fantasy Camp at Comerica Park
Take Batting Practice at Comerica Park
Tour of Comerica Park
Throw Out the First Pitch at a Tigers Home Game
Watch Tigers Batting Practice from the Field
50/50 CHARITY RAFFLE - STARTING OPENING DAY
The Detroit Tigers Foundation 50/50 Charity Raffle returns to Comerica Park this season at every Friday and Saturday home game beginning on Saturday, March 31 as well as on Opening Day, March 29. Continuing in 2018, the 50/50 Charity Raffle will be held on an electronic platform with volunteers selling raffle tickets through fixed touch-screen terminals and mobile devices. As a result, every transaction will be captured electronically, providing real-time raffle information to displays located throughout Comerica Park. 50/50 Charity Raffle volunteers will be stationed throughout the concourse, at entry gates and at 50/50 raffle terminals selling raffle tickets from the time gates open until the first pitch of the fifth inning. New in 2018, 50/50 raffle tickets may be purchased by credit card. Since 2008, the Detroit Tigers Foundation 50/50 Raffle has raised nearly $1.7 million to benefit charities in the greater Detroit community and awarded nearly $1.7 million in prizes.
KEEPING KIDS IN THE GAME PRESENTED BY DELTA AIR LINES - MONDAY, JULY 30
The 10th Annual Keeping Kids in the Game presented by Delta Air Lines, the Detroit Tigers Foundation's signature summer fundraiser, is scheduled to be hosted by Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera on Monday, July 30. The event features exclusive ballpark and field access including self-guided tours of the home clubhouse, dugout photo station and private fireworks show. In addition, guests enjoy live entertainment, extraordinary auction items, strolling dinner, drinks and cigars in the MotorCity Casino Hotel Tiger Club. Proceeds from the event benefit children health and youth baseball programs through the Detroit Tigers Foundation, Miguel Cabrera Foundation, Children's Hospital of Michigan Foundation and University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children's Hospital. Limited sponsor and ticket packages are available by calling 313-471-2113.
CHARITY JEANS DAY PROGRAM
The Detroit Tigers Foundation continues the Charity Jeans Day Program, an easy, fun and flexible way for Tigers fans and local companies to support their hometown team and youth baseball. Although this program runs all season, participating on Opening Day gives companies the opportunity to join in on the excitement that is felt throughout Metro Detroit. Participating companies can collect $5 donations from employees and all will receive limited edition Detroit Tigers pens. Top fundraising companies will earn autograph prize packs for employees and the top three fundraising companies will take home a custom Detroit Tigers Jersey. For more information, visit tigers.com/jeansday or call 313-471-2113.
SCOREBOARD MESSAGES - PHOTOS INCLUDED
Create a lasting memory at your next Tigers game with a personalized, custom message on the Comerica Park scoreboard for just $100. Now you can take that memory and share it with family and friends, as each purchased message comes with a digital photo of the message on the scoreboard. New in 2018, messages will run after the final out of the third inning, and photos will be sent via email within 10 business days of the game. All proceeds from the scoreboard message program benefit the Detroit Tigers Foundation, an affiliate of Ilitch Charities. For more information, visit tigers.com/scoreboard.
THE DISTRICT DETROIT
The District Detroit is one of the largest sports and entertainment developments in the country. Located in the heart of Detroit, this 50-block, mixed-use development led by the Ilitch organization unites eight world-class theatres, five neighborhoods and three professional sports venues in one vibrant, walkable destination for people who want to live, work and play in an exciting urban environment. Home of the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings, Detroit Pistons and Detroit Lions - The District Detroit represents the greatest density of professional sports teams in one downtown core in the country.
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