Stars from April 7
Reading (AA) beat Bowie 6-3 in 10 innings.
Carlos Carrasco gave up just one run on three hits and struck out seven in five innings.
Patrick Overholt (1-0) pitched 2.1 scoreless innings in relief.
Brad Harman, Lou Marson, and Greg Golson all had two hits in the game.
Other Notes
Andrew Carpenter starts for Reading tonight.
Jason Donald reportedly left Monday's game with an injury.
The Phillies announced 14 transactions this morning.
Former Threshers Joe Bisenius, Scott Mathieson, J.A. Happ, and Brad Harman were optioned to minor league camp.
Former Threshers Zack Segovia, Tuffy Gosewisch, Lou Marson, and Jason Donald were re-assigned to minor league camp.
The Phillies have added Brad Harman to their 40-man roster.
He hit .281 in 122 games for the Clearwater Threshers in 2007. Harman had a stellar second half of the season, hitting .321 after the All-Star break.
Harman is one of four infielders currently on the Phillies 40-man roster who have played in Clearwater.
Brad Harman has been named to Australia's World Cup Team and will represent his home country in the 2007 International Baseball Federation World Cup which is scheduled for November 6-18 in Chinese Taipei.
As a reminder, sixteen countries will be taking part in the tournament and they will be split into two groups of eight teams.
Group A includes USA, Chinese Taipei, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Panama, South Africa, and Spain.
Group B includes Australia, Canada, Cuba, Germany, Korea, Netherlands, Thailand, and Venezuela.
The Australian newspaper, The Age, has a story on the release of the Australian team's roster.
Two upcoming FIL Games set for tomorrow, October 3 and Thursday, October 4 have been moved away from their regular 1:00pm starts and will now begin at 11:00am at Bright House Networks Field.
Threshers Antonio Bastardo, Jason Donald, and Brad Harman are currently on the FIL roster as well as former Threshers Carlos Carrasco, Welinson Baez, Dominic Brown, and Arlon Quiroz.
Brad Harman is set to be part of the Hawaiian Winter League. The four-team league will play a 40-game schedule that starts near the end of September and runs through the middle of November.
The rosters are stocked with players from American professional rosters as well as players from Japan and Korea.
The league returned last year after a five-year stint in the mid-1990s.
Former Thresher Patrick Overholt is also scheduled for the Hawaiian Winter League.
Game Time: 5:00pm (Game 1) Gates Open: 4:00pm
Tonight's Lineup
TBA
Giveaways Galore
There will be plenty of giveaways at the ballpark on Saturday, September 1. Be sure to be one of the first 1,500 fans through the gates so that you receive the 2007 Clearwater Threshers Team Photo.
Boom Boom Boom
Fireworks will light up the sky post-game on Saturday, September 1.
Yesterday's Game(s)
The start to Game 1 was delayed by one hour and forty nine minutes due to several rain showers in the area. The game was also delayed again in the top of the sixth inning with the score tied at three. After a delay of approximately one hour and ten minutes, the game was re-started. Both teams scored once in the sixth inning, but it took an extra inning for the Lakeland Flying Tigers to take the lead and eventually win 5-4. Brad Harman went three for four and had two RBIs while Lou Marson and P.J. Antoniato both went two for three. Marson hit his seventh home run of the year in the fourth inning. Starter Alex Concepcion struck out seven in his five innings before the in-game rain delay.
Things looked bleak in Game 2 for the Clearwater Threshers down 3-1 in the bottom of the seventh inning with one out on the scoreboard. September 1 had arrived. Hector Made walked which brought up Brian Burgamy. Burgamy smacked the game-tying home run (8) to right field. Brad Harman followed that up with a home run (13) of his own to give the Threshers a huge come-from-behind 4-3 victory.
Prepare to get Wet-N-Wacky
Wear Your Swimsuit on Sunday, September 2! Wet-N-Wacky Day features all types of water activities including a water slide, water balloons, water guns, water games, sprinklers, showers, misters, and more!
Kids 13 and Under receive a Box Seat at a special Wet-N-Wacky price of $1.
Bring the Family for just $25
As you've probably seen all over your TV, Sundays are Bright House Networks Family Days. You can choose between the $25 pack for 4 people or the $15 pack for just 2. The 4-pack includes 4 Premium Box Seats, 4 Hot Dogs, 4 Sodas, 4 bags of Cracker Jack, and 2 Game Programs.
Playoff Picture
The Threshers are still chasing that elusive playoff berth and are now in first place. Win out, and Clearwater is in the playoffs!
Current Standings
The Threshers (41-26) have a half game lead on the Dunedin Blue Jays (41-27) and Tampa Yankees (41-27).
Remaining Schedule (number of games left in parentheses)
Clearwater (3) - The series with Lakeland continues tonight with a doubleheader. The regular season finale is Sunday.
Dunedin (2) - They close with two more home games against Ft. Myers.
Tampa (2) - They close their season with two more games at Sarasota.
Playoff Schedule
The first round of the playoffs will pit the winner of the first half (Sarasota) with the winner of the second half. The second half winner will host Game One which is scheduled for Tuesday, September 4. Sarasota will host Game Two on Wednesday, September 5 and Game Three on Thursday, September 6 (if necessary).
Tickets for a potential playoff game on Tuesday, September 4 at Bright House Networks Field are on-sale now. If you do purchase a ticket and we do not make the playoffs, you will able to return your ticket for a credit. The deadline to return will be October 31, 2007.
Game Time: 7:00pm Gates Open: 4:30pm
Tonight's Lineup
TBA
Tonight's starting pitcher is Andrew Cruse.
Dollar Dogs
Got a buck? Get a hot dog.
Happy Hour
Drop by Frenchy's Tiki Pavilion tonight and take advantage of some great drink specials. Ladies drink free from 5:00pm-6:00pm.
Road Trip Recap
The Threshers made a quick trip over the bridge to Tampa on Wednesday, August 22 and lost to the Yankees 8-4. Brad Harman, Jeremy Slayden, Matt Thayer, and PJ Antoniato each had two hits. Scott Mathieson made a rehab start and struck out two in two innings.
The Threshers went down the street to Dunedin and swept a doubleheader on Thursday, August 23. Brad Harman had three hits and five RBIs to lead the Threshers to a 12-7 win in Game One. Freddy Garcia made a rehab start and gave up just two hits in three innings. Game Two was much closer, with the Threshers winning by a score of 3-2. Brad Harman was two for two, while Jason Donald had two RBIs. John Suomi provided the rest of the offense with a solo home run (2).
The Threshers traveled back to Dunedin on Friday, August 24 and were beat 6-5 despite two home runs from Brian Burgamy (5) and a blast from Jason Donald (8). Lou Marson and Jake Blalock each also had two hits on the night.
Rain was an issue on the Threshers trip to Ft. Myers. The Threshers ended up playing one game on Sunday and two on Monday. The Threshers lost on Sunday, August 26 by a score of 3-1 despite Zac Stott's four strikeouts in five innings and Jeremy Slayden's RBI double.
The Threshers swept the Miracle in a doubleheader on Monday, August 27. Matt Thayer and Brian Burgamy provided the offense to lead the Threshers to a 9-2 win. Thayer was three for four with two runs scored while Burgamy was two for four and hit his sixth home run of the year. He also had three RBIs in the game. Andrew Carpenter picked up his record-breaking 16th win in Game Two by throwing a seven-inning perfect game. He struck out seven. Brad Harman provided all the offense with an RBI double and his 12th HR of the year.
Quench your Thirst
Tomorrow is our last Thirsty Thursday of 2007. Thirsty Thursday, where all drinks are 2 for 1.
Silver Sharks Club Meets Tomorrow
Tomorrow is the last Silver Sharks Night of the 2007 season. Seniors 55 and over receive 2 for 1 Senior Field Box tickets on Thursdays. That's 2 tickets for just $4.
Special Thursday Giveaway
Bright House Networks is sponsoring the Threshers replica jersey giveaway on Thursday, August 30. The first 1,500 fans through the gates will get this great item!
Bonus Baseball
Due to heavy rains in our region throughout the month of July and August, we are playing a doubleheader here against the Lakeland Flying Tigers on Friday, August 31 and Saturday, September 1. They are seven-inning games. Game 1 on both nights will now start at 5:00pm with Game 2 scheduled to start approximately 30 minutes after the completion of Game 1.
Playoff Picture
The Threshers are still chasing that elusive playoff berth and have it in sight.
Current Standings
The Dunedin Blue Jays (41-24) stand atop the West Division. The Threshers (38-25) are two games back, while the Tampa Yankees (38-26) are just a half game behind the Threshers.
Remaining Schedule (number of games left in parentheses)
Clearwater (7) - The Threshers face Dunedin on Wednesday and Thursday. Lakeland comes in on Friday for five games in three days to close the regular season.
Dunedin (5) - See above. They close with three home games against Ft. Myers.
Tampa (6) - They travel to Lakeland on Wednesday and Thursday. They close their season with four games in three days at Sarasota.
Playoff Schedule
The first round of the playoffs will pit the winner of the first half (Sarasota) with the winner of the second half. The second half winner will host Game One which is scheduled for Tuesday, September 4. Sarasota will host Game Two on Wednesday, September 5 and Game Three on Thursday, September 6 (if necessary).
The Florida Instructional League Schedule and Roster has been released.
The Blue Jays, Pirates, Yankees, and Devil Rays organizations make up the rest of the Northern Division of the FIL.
Home Games for the FIL Phillies will be played at Bright House Networks Field.
The FIL Phillies have home games on:
Tuesday (9/25)
Thursday (9/27)
Friday (9/28)
Saturday (9/29)
Monday (10/1)
Wednesday (10/3)
Thursday (10/4)
Monday (10/8)
Thursday (10/11)
Saturday (10/13)
Tuesday (10/16)
Monday-Friday games start at 1:00pm, while Saturday games start at 10:00am.
Current Clearwater Threshers on the FIL Phillies roster include: Andrew Carpenter, Jason Donald, and Brad Harman.
Former Clearwater Threshers on the FIL Phillies roster include: Carlos Carrasco, Tuffy Gosewisch, Welinson Baez, Dominic Brown, and Arlon Quiroz.
Game Time: 7:00pm Gates Open: 6:00pm
Tonight's Lineup
TBA
Play Catch
Parent-Kid Catch returns for the last time this year tonight starting at 6:20pm.
Yesterday's Game
The Threshers led the Yankees 3-0, 6-4, and 7-6 but still lost the game on Monday night by a score of 8-7. Brian Burgamy, Matt Thayer, Jeremy Slayden, and Jason Donald each had two hits. Slayden hit his 12th home run of the year in the first inning, while Brad Harman hit his eleventh home run in the fourth. The game lasted three hours and thirteen minutes.
Bonus Baseball
Due to heavy rains in our region throughout the month of July, we are playing a doubleheader here against the Flying Tigers on Friday, August 31 and Saturday, September 1. They are seven-inning games. Game 1 on August 31 and September 1 will now start at 5:00pm with Game 2 scheduled to start approximately 30 minutes after the completion of Game 1.
Game Time: 7:00pm Gates Open: 6:00pm
Tonight's Lineup
TBA
It's a Frenzy
Dagwood's Sandwich Shoppes, Pete & Shorty's, Boston Market, and Buffalo Wild Wings are tonight's guest restaurants. This is the final Feeding Frenzy of the 2007 season.
Road Trip Recap
The Threshers fell to the Sarasota Reds on Friday by a score of 4-3 in 12 innings. Jake Blalock and Clay Harris both had two hits on the night.
Saturday's game was rained out, and was played as part of a doubleheader (2 seven-inning games) on Sunday. The Threshers won Game 1 by a score of 7-3. Scott Mathieson started the game as part of his rehab. Brad Harman and Clay Harris both had two hits in the game. The Threshers were shutout 3-0 in Game 2 despite Brad Harman's two doubles.
Updated 11:35am: Read Friday's game recap from Phil Denis in the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.
Play Catch
Parent-Kid Catch returns tomorrow starting at 6:20pm.
Former Thresher Update
Pete Shier and Luke Lockwood are currently playing for the Camden Riversharks. The Riversharks play in the independent Atlantic League.
Shier is batting .275 in 55 games, while Lockwood has struck out 18 in eight starts.
Bonus Baseball
Due to heavy rains in our region throughout the month of July, we are playing a doubleheader here against the Flying Tigers on Friday, August 31. There is also the potential for an additional doubleheader here against the Flying Tigers on a date to be determined. They are seven-inning games. Game 1 on August 31 will now start at 5:00pm with Game 2 scheduled to start approximately 30 minutes after the completion of Game 1.
Game Time: 7:00pm Gates Open: 6:00pm
Tonight's Lineup
TBA
Quench your Thirst
Tonight is a Thirsty Thursday where all drinks are 2 for 1.
Silver Sharks Club Meets Tonight
Tonight is a Silver Sharks Night. Seniors 55 and over receive 2 for 1 Senior Field Box tickets on Thursdays. That's 2 tickets for just $4.
Yesterday's Game(s)
The Threshers swept another doubleheader against the Flying Tigers.
Andrew Carpenter picked up his league-leading 14th win in Game 1 giving up only one run and five hits in seven innings (complete-game). Brian Burgamy and Jeremy Slayden both had two hits in the contest, while John Urick and Matt Thayer each had RBIs which helped lead to the 2-1 win.
Cory Willey struck out three and gave up only one hit in two innings of relief in Game 2 and picked up his sixth victory of the season. Brad Harman, Matt Thayer, and Jeremy Slayden provided the RBIs to give the Threshers a 3-2 victory.
The Race for First
The Threshers still lead the FSL in attendance. After an announced crowd of 1,587 yesterday, the Threshers went over the 150,000 fan mark for the season. The Threshers currently average 300 more fans a night than the second place Daytona Cubs.
First place in the win-loss column is also back in sight. The Threshers are 7-3 in their last 10 games and are now just a half game back of the Yankees. Tampa plays Ft. Myers again tonight. Ft. Myers is hot in August, having won 10 games in a row.
Bonus Baseball
Due to heavy rains in our region throughout the month of July, we are playing a doubleheader here against the Flying Tigers on Friday, August 31. There is also the potential for an additional doubleheader here against the Flying Tigers on a date to be determined. They are seven-inning games. Game 1 on August 31 will now start at 5:00pm with Game 2 scheduled to start approximately 30 minutes after the completion of Game 1.
Game Time: 1:00pm Gates Open:Noon
Today's Lineup
TBA
Prepare to get Wet-N-Wacky
Wear Your Swimsuit on Sunday, August 12! Wet-N-Wacky Day features all types of water activities including a water slide, water balloons, water guns, water games, sprinklers, showers, misters, and more!
Kids 13 and Under receive a Box Seat at a special Wet-N-Wacky price of $1.
Bring the Family for just $25
As you've probably seen all over your TV, Sundays are Bright House Networks Family Days. You can choose between the $25 pack for 4 people or the $15 pack for just 2. The 4-pack includes 4 Premium Box Seats, 4 Hot Dogs, 4 Sodas, 4 bags of Cracker Jack, and 2 Game Programs.
Yesterday's Game
The Threshers beat the Cubs yesterday 5-3. Nate Johnson relieved Francisco Rosario who is down here on a rehab assignment. Johnson picked up the win after giving up only three hits in five innings. Lou Marson had three hits and two RBIs, while Brad Harman was two for four with a run scored. John Urick had a solo home run, his ninth of the year, in the third inning.
The Race for Number One
The Threshers and Cubs aren't just matching up on the field this week. Clearwater and Daytona rank first and second in the FSL attendance rankings. Clearwater currently leads by a total of nearly 20,000 fans. Be sure to come out this weekend and help us increase that lead!
Bonus Baseball
Due to heavy rains in our region throughout the month, we are playing a doubleheader here against the Flying Tigers on Wednesday, August 15 and Friday, August 31. The third game is TBD. They are seven-inning games. Game 1 on August 15 and August 31 will now start at 5:00pm with Game 2 scheduled to start approximately 30 minutes after the completion of Game 1.
Game Time: 6:30pm Gates Open: 5:00pm
Tonight's Lineup
TBA
Boom Boom Boom
Fireworks will light up the sky post-game.
Plug in your Toaster
Sara Lee Bread Giveaways finish up tonight. Be sure to get your Sara Lee coupon and free loaf on your way out of the ballpark.
Yesterday's Game
Seven runs were not enough to beat Daytona yesterday as the Cubs put up 10 runs on Threshers pitchers. Jason Donald was two for three with three RBIs and three runs scored. He hit a three run homer, his seventh of the year, in the third inning. Brad Harman and Jake Blalock also had two hits on the evening. Both doubled (16, 6). Harman scored twice, while Blalock had three RBIs.
The Race for Number One
The Threshers and Cubs aren't just matching up on the field this week. Clearwater and Daytona rank first and second in the FSL attendance rankings. Clearwater currently leads by a total of nearly 16,000 fans. Be sure to come out this weekend and help us increase that lead!
Prepare to get Wet and Wacky
Wear Your Swimsuit on Sunday, August 12! Wet-N-Wacky Day features all types of water activities including a water slide, water balloons, water guns, water games, sprinklers, showers, misters, and more!
Kids 13 and Under receive a Box Seat at a special Wet-N-Wacky price of $1.
Bring the Family for just $25
As you've probably seen all over your TV, Sundays are Bright House Networks Family Days. You can choose between the $25 pack for 4 people or the $15 pack for just 2. The 4-pack includes 4 Premium Box Seats, 4 Hot Dogs, 4 Sodas, 4 bags of Cracker Jack, and 2 Game Programs.
Bonus Baseball
Due to heavy rains in our region throughout the month, we are playing a doubleheader here against the Flying Tigers on Wednesday, August 15 and Friday, August 31. The third game is TBD. They are seven-inning games. Game 1 on August 15 and August 31 will now start at 5:00pm with Game 2 scheduled to start approximately 30 minutes after the completion of Game 1.
Game Time: 7:00pm Gates Open: 6:00pm
Tonight's Lineup
Burgamy, CF; Harman, 2B; Thayer, LF; Slayden, RF; Marson, C; Blalock, DH; Donald, SS; Harris, 1B; Antoniato, 3B
Tonight's starting pitcher is Carpenter
Quench your Thirst
It's Thirsty Thursday where all drinks are 2 for 1.
Silver Sharks Club Meets Tonight
It's Silver Sharks Night. Seniors 55 and over receive 2 for 1 Senior Field Box tickets on Thursdays. That's 2 tickets for just $4.
Road Trip Recap
The bats came alive in Vero as the Threshers took three of four from the Devil Rays. The Threshers twice scored 12 runs in a game and at least three players had two hits or more in each game. Six players had multi-hit games yesterday.
Stars of the Trip
Hard to pick just one with everyone picking up so many hits. Who do you think had the best trip?
Jake Blalock - Had one game in which he had three hits including two home runs. His five hits in 16 at-bats was good for a .313 batting average. He had one other home run on the trip. This was his first home run as a Thresher since August 14, 2005.
Jason Donald - Had three multi-hit games. His seven hits in 15 at-bats was good for a .467 batting average.
Brad Harman - Had three multi-hit games. His six hits in 19 at-bats was good for a .316 batting average. He also hit his 10th home run of the year on the trip.
Lou Marson - Had two multi-hit games including one game with four hits. His six hits in 18 at-bats was good for a .333 batting average. He also hit is fifth and sixth home runs of the season on the trip.
Jeremy Slayden - Had two multi-hit games including one game with three hits. His six hits in 19 at-bats was good for a .316 batting average. He also had a grand slam on Tuesday which was his eleventh home run of the season.
Matt Thayer - Had three multi-hit games. His six hits in 13 at-bats was good for a .462 batting average.
Bonus Baseball
Due to heavy rains in our region throughout the month, we are playing a doubleheader here against the Flying Tigers on Wednesday, August 15 and Friday, August 31. The third game is TBD. They are seven-inning games. Game 1 on August 15 and August 31 will now start at 5:00pm with Game 2 scheduled to start approximately 30 minutes after the completion of Game 1.
Pitch for Pink is Friday, August 10
Early Gates
Gates Open at Bright House Networks Field at a special time of 5:30pm. The first 2,500 women recieve a commemorative pink beach bag or pink baseball cap.
Survivor Lap
Get here early for the pre-game ceremony that includes a walk for breast cancer survivors. The lap is scheduled to start at 6:35pm. Survivors are to meet at the bottom of Section 102 at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the lap.
Raffles and Auctions
During the game, a silent auction will be held to auction off pink baseball bats autographed by players from the Philadelphia Phillies and Threshers, and pink jerseys worn by the players. Winning bidders will receive the jersey and a chance to meet the Threshers player who wore it during the game.
There will also be several other types of items offered in auctions and raffles throughout the night.
The raffles and auctions open at 5:30pm and will close just after the first pitch in the top of the sixth inning.
Launch-A-Ball Special
Launch-A-Ball will be at a special price of $2. There will also be 150 pink tennis balls in addition to our regular yellow tennis ball selection.
Extra! Extra!
It's another St. Petersburg Times Family Friday on Friday, August 10. Check your local St. Petersburg Times for the coupon that gets you 4 Field Box seats, 4 hot dogs, 4 sodas, and 4 bags of chips for only $25!
Boom Boom Boom
Fireworks will light up the sky post-game on Saturday, August 11.
Plug in your Toaster
Sara Lee Bread Giveaways continue on Saturday, August 11. Be sure to get your Sara Lee coupon and free loaf on your way out of the ballpark.
Prepare to get Wet and Wacky
Wear Your Swimsuit on Sunday, August 12! Wet-N-Wacky Day features all types of water activities including a water slide, water balloons, water guns, water games, sprinklers, showers, misters, and more!
Kids 13 and Under receive a Box Seat at a special Wet-N-Wacky price of $1.
Bring the Family for just $25
As you've probably seen all over your TV, Sundays are Bright House Networks Family Days. You can choose between the $25 pack for 4 people or the $15 pack for just 2. The 4-pack includes 4 Premium Box Seats, 4 Hot Dogs, 4 Sodas, 4 bags of Cracker Jack, and 2 Game Programs.
Get to the Bookstore
There is a brand new book out about former Clearwater star Ryan Howard. It's written by Robert Merz and it's called, Ryan Howard: King of Swing. It's 120 pages and retails for just under $10. Click here to read the press release.
Game Time: 6:30pm Gates Open: 5:00pm
Tonight's Lineup
Burgamy, CF; Harman, 2B; Thayer, LF; Slayden, RF; Marson, C; Blalock, DH; Harris, 1B; Made, 3B; Antoniato, SS
Tonight's starting pitcher is Carpenter. He is 2-0 against the Yankees this season.
Woof Woof
Bark at the Ballpark returns to Bright House Networks Field.
Vendor Tables
Be sure to stop by the Pedigree table located by the West Gate where they will be giving away Doggie Ice Cream Sandwiches. Several other companies like PetSmart and Animal Planet will also be participating in the evening’s activities. Plus there will be a Pet Adoption table.
Contests
Beyond Pampered is sponsoring a Dog/Owner look-a-like Contest (sign-up from 5:00-7:00 pm). Also, take part in the Ruffable Raffle throughout the evening. Tickets will be sold up until the sixth inning.
Demo
At 5:30pm there will be a dog frisbee demonstration by Central Florida Dog and Disc Club.
Post-Game Treat
Dogs run the bases
Dog Free Zones
Section(s) 114, 115, and 116 are set aside for guests who may not enjoy the company of your favorite furry friend.
Plug in your Toaster
Sara Lee Bread Giveaways continue tonight. Be sure to get your Sara Lee coupon and free loaf on your way out of the ballpark. Sara Lee Bread Giveaways wrap up on August 11.
Road Trip Recap
Clearwater dropped both games of a doubleheader in Tampa on Friday, August 3. Brian Burgamy, Jeremy Slayden, and Jason Donald all had two hits in Game 1 and Brad Harman hit his ninth home run of the year. Slayden and Matt Thayer both had two hits in Game 2 and Zac Stott gave up only one earned run but was still tagged for the loss.
Bonus Baseball
Due to heavy rains in our region throughout the month, we are playing a doubleheader here against the Flying Tigers on Wednesday, August 15 and Friday, August 31. The third game is TBD. They are seven-inning games. Game 1 on August 15 and August 31 will now start at 5:00pm with Game 2 scheduled to start approximately 30 minutes after the completion of Game 1.
Golson Honored
Former Thresher Greg Golson was named Phillies Minor League Player of the Week for July 23-29. His statistics for the week combine his last two games with Clearwater as well as his first four at Reading.
Game Time: 6:30pm Gates Open:5:00pm
Tonight's Lineup
TBA
Tonight's starting pitcher is Cruse. This is his first start since being promoted from Lakewood.
Boom Boom Boom
Fireworks will light up the sky post-game.
Vrrrm Vrrrm Vrrrm
Participate
Motorcycle Night returns to Bright House Networks Field. Ride your motorcycle to the game and take part in the Pre-Game Lap around the Field at 6:00pm and during the National Anthem. Participants receive a voucher for one free draft beer (post-lap), a free ticket, free parking, and drink specials at the Frenchy's Tiki Pavilion. Participants should check in with Dan McDonough near the fountain at the West Gate upon arrival to the ballpark.
There will also be a motorcycle show contest judged by Full Throttle Magazine. The contest is FREE to enter. First prize is $500. Second Prize is $250. Third Prize is $100
Register to Win
Fans can register at the booth behind home plate to win a Harley Davidson Dyna Family motorcycle courtesy of Fletcher's Harley Davidson. A name will be drawn if a Threshers player hits for the cycle. Also, motorcycle-related prizes will be given away between innings.
First Start
Nate Johnson picked up his first win of the year yesterday in his first start since he was a member of the Lakewood BlueClaws in 2005. He gave up four hits and struck out three in five innings of work.
Harman's Hot Bat
Brad Harman was two for four yesterday against Sarasota. He hit his seventh home run of the year last night that bounced off the roof of Frenchy's Tiki Pavilion. He's batting .450 over his last six games.
Headed Across the Border
The Phillies optioned former Thresher Michael Zagurski to Ottawa on Friday, July 27 after they activated Brett Myers from the disabled list.
Game Time: 7:00pm Gates Open: 6:00pm
Tonight's Lineup
Burgamy, CF; Harman, 2B; Thayer, LF; Slayden, RF; Marson, C; Blalock, DH; Donald, SS; Urick, 1B; Made, 3B
Tonight's starting pitcher is Johnson. This is Nate's first start since he was with Lakewood in 2005.
Bobblehead Mania
The Chase Utley bobblehead, sponsored by the St. Petersburg Times, is the last of the 2007 Bobblehead Series. It is scheduled to be given away tonight (Friday, July 27). There is a limit of one per person, and vouchers will be given to the first 1,500 fans through the gates.
Extra! Extra!
It's another St. Petersburg Times Family Friday on Friday, July 27. Check your local St. Petersburg Times for the coupon that gets you 4 Field Box seats, 4 hot dogs, 4 sodas, and 4 bags of chips for only $25!
TV Time
Updated at 10:55am: Tonight's ballgame against the Reds is scheduled to be broadcast live on Catch 47. Catch 47 is only on Bright House Networks.
Happy Birthday!
Updated 12:25pm: Be sure to wish Cory Sipe a Happy Birthday at the ballpark tonight!
Harman's Hot Bat
Brad Harman went three for three last night in the 6-4 loss against Sarasota. This is the second time in the last week that he's accomplished the feat.
Boom Boom Boom
Fireworks will light up the sky post-game on Saturday, July 28.
Vrrrm Vrrrm Vrrrm
Participate
Motorcycle Night returns to Bright House Networks Field on Saturday, July 28. Ride your motorcycle to the game and take part in the Pre-Game Lap around the Field at 6:00pm and during the National Anthem. Participants receive a voucher for one free draft beer (post-lap), a free ticket, free parking, and drink specials at the Frenchy's Tiki Pavilion. Participants should check in with Dan McDonough near the fountain at the West Gate upon arrival to the ballpark.
There will also be a motorcycle show contest judged by Full Throttle Magazine. The contest is FREE to enter. First prize is $500. Second Prize is $250. Third Prize is $100
Register to Win
Fans can register at the booth behind home plate to win a Harley Davidson Dyna Family motorcycle courtesy of Fletcher's Harley Davidson. A name will be drawn if a Threshers player hits for the cycle. Also, motorcycle-related prizes will be given away between innings.
At this moment, the Threshers team bus is somewhere near the East Coast closing in on Palm Beach. The Weather Channel reports that it 'feels like' 96 degrees right now near their destination. It's hot in July.
That said, which position player sitting on that bus right now has the hottest bat so far in the month of July? Would it be All-Star Greg Golson? What about All-Star Lou Marson? How about Jason Donald? If you answered none of the above, you would be correct. Through six games in the month of July, Brad Harman has eight hits in 20 at-bats which is good for a .400 batting average. He also has one home run and four RBIs.
In case you missed it, the game over in Tampa lasted five hours and 14 minutes yesterday. Clearwater scored three runs in the top of the 20th inning to break the 1-1 tie. The Threshers and Yankees meet up again in about a half hour (11:30am) for a morning game. The game last night did not end until 12:15am and the Threshers team bus left the ballpark this morning at 9:30am.
Mike Spidale and Greg Golson both had 10 official at-bats in the game. Brad Harman scored the winning run from third after Golson was forced out at first.
The Threshers used seven pitchers in the game. Derek Griffith (2-0) ended up with the win, while Michael Zagurski picked up his first save of the year.
Updated at 11:35am: ATM: He said, She said has a post about the game last night. You can find it here. According to the post, this is the third time that the Clearwater team has played in a 20 inning game, and it was the longest game (hours, minutes) ever for a Clearwater team.
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