This Weekend at Citizens Bank Park (May 2-4)
The Nats Head to Philadelphia
Jill Moyer leads Wissahickon Choir for national anthem, Ben Revere honors his favorite teachers during Teacher Appreciation Night, first-ever Cornhole Tourney & much more!
Traffic: Motorists are reminded they can log on to www.511pa.com, www.511nj.org or call 511 from any phone before or after the game to check traffic conditions on major highways surrounding the Sports Complex.
Phandom: Fans are encouraged to check-in using the At the Ballpark, Citizens Bank Park's official mobile app! Fans can also follow the action before and during the game via @Phillies on Twitter, also featuring in-game "tweet your ticket" and other special opportunities. Plus, check out MLB.com's At Bat App for lots more.
Extra! Extra! Issue 1 of the 2014 Phillies Magazine featuring new Phillies manager Ryne Sandberg, available at the Majestic Clubhouse Store or ballpark NewsStands.
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Check it out: Fans are invited to take self-guided tours of the Top 10 Moments of Citizens Bank Park, which are pictured on large hanging displays throughout the main concourse of Citizens Bank Park. More than 43,000 online votes on phillies.com were cast to select these top moments in the history of Citizens Bank Park.
WASHINGTON NATIONALS (May 2-4)
FRIDAY: 7:05 p.m. … Gate openings: Ashburn Alley - 5:05 p.m.; Other gates - 5:35 p.m. … Broadcast: CSN, Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, SportsRadio 94WIP and in Spanish on SAP and 1680 WTTM.
- Teacher Appreciation Night presented by GDF Suez . In its 14th year, the Phillies will celebrate teachers by honoring ten educators, chosen from hundreds of nominations, who make a difference in the lives of their students and in their community.
- Centerfielder Ben Revere will honor two of his favorite teachers, Sharon Calhoun and Joan Wood, from St. Mark's School in Richmond, KY on-field during pregame.
- Teachers who present their school ID will receive a tote bag courtesy of GDF Suez at the First Base Plaza kiosk.
- On-Field Pregame Performance by Wissahickon Middle School Band.
- National Anthem: Wissahickon Middle School Choir, directed by Jill Moyer, sister of Phillies broadcaster Jamie Moyer.
- Special Welcome: Central Bucks and Wissahickon Middle School.
- Charitable Ticket Program: Papelbon's Pen.
- Tickets: Fans can purchase tickets at phillies.com, by calling 215-463-1000 or in person at the First Base Gate Ticket Windows.
SATURDAY: 7:05 p.m. … Gate openings: Ashburn Alley - 5:05 p.m.; Other gates - 5:35 p.m. … Broadcast: CSN, Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, SportsRadio 94WIP and in Spanish on SAP.
- Youth Baseball Celebration Night. Nearly 4,000 youth baseball players will parade around the field beginning at 6:15 p.m.
- Citizens Bank Park Saturdays: Phillies Alumnus, Brad Lidge, will throw out the first ball. Lidge will always be remembered for recording the final out of the 2008 World Series at Citizens Bank Park on October 29, 2008, as well as being perfect with 48-for-48 saves that season.
- Ridge Park Elementary Night. National Anthem: Ridge Park Elementary School Choir.
- Mt. Laurel Baseball Night.
- Warrington Youth Baseball Night.
- Deep Run Valley Baseball Night.
- Earlier in the Day: The first-ever Phillies Cornhole Classic (sold out) will be held at Citizens Bank Park, starting at 11:00 a.m.
- Special Welcome: TYA Baseball.
- Color Guard: Rancocas High School NJROTC.
- Tickets: Fans can purchase tickets at phillies.com, by calling 215-463-1000 or in person at the First Base Gate Ticket Windows.
SUNDAY: 3:05 p.m. … Gate openings: All Gates - 1:05 p.m. … Broadcast: CSN, Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, SportsRadio 94WIP and in Spanish on SAP.
- StubHub Mother's Appreciation Day. All women 15 and over will receive a Phillies Derby Hat, compliments of StubHub.
- Phillies Outfielder Domonic Brown will also honor his mom, Rose Joseph Wood, on-field.
- First Ball: Phillip Baldino.
- Celebrate Sundays at Citizens Bank Park! Highlights include:
- Pregame: $10 Family Pack available exclusively at all South Philadelphia Market stands from the time that gates open until first pitch. Choose from a combination of three items (regular popcorn, soft pretzel, hot dog or regular soda) all for just $10.
- In-Game: Complimentary face painting on the concourse, $5 Ice Cream Sundaes and Root Beer Floats at Harry the K's starting in the 4th inning.
- National Anthem: Conestoga Valley High School Choirs (Lancaster, Pa.).
- God Bless America: Lisa Parks.
- Phillies Charities, Inc. Silent Auction: First Base Plaza, 1:05-5:05 p.m., featuring one-of-a-kind, game-used and signed memorabilia.
- Dual Events at the Sports Complex. The Broad Street Run will be held Sunday morning with the finish line at the Navy Yard.
- Tickets: Fans can purchase tickets at phillies.com, by calling 215-463-1000 or in person at the First Base Gate Ticket Windows.