The Reno Aces start the 2014 season with an eight-game homestand that begins Thursday night and features new Manager Phil Nevin’s Aces debut and two giveaways with the Opening Day festivities.
Below is an overview of the first homestand.
Thursday, April 3 (Opening Day)
* Reno Aces v. El Paso Chihuahuas, 6:35 p.m.
* Claire Champlin of “The Amazing Race”and Benjamin “Coach” Wade of “Survivor” will be at the park to sign autographs.
* Champlin and Wade will be joined by Reno Mayor Bob Cashell and Sparks Mayor Gino Martini in delivering the ceremonial first pitches.
* The Reno Philharmonic Orchestra will perform the national anthem.
* Magnet Schedule giveaway (9,000 fans).
* The Great Reno Balloon Race and Hot August Nights will have displays in front of the park.
* Harrah’s show girls on hand for photos and to accompany the Aces starting lineup onto the field.
* Phil Nevin’s weather guarantee – If the temperature is not at least 60 degrees at first pitch, Aces Manager Phil Nevin will buy every fan in attendance a ticket to a future game other than July 4.
* Coors Light Thirsty Thursday™ presented by ESPN Radio 94.5 FM and the Reno News & Review. Fans can enjoy $2 beer specials through the middle of the fifth inning, and a new Thursday tradition, Adults run the Bases post-game.
Friday, April 4
* Reno Aces v. El Paso Chihuahuas, 6:35 p.m.
* Saint Mary’s Fireworks Friday presented by KRNV News 4.
* Heroes Night presented by Country Financial, which features a pre-game ceremony to honor heroes from around the Northern Nevada community.
Saturday, April 5
* Reno Aces v. El Paso Chihuahuas, 6:35 p.m.
* Blankets with sleeves giveaway (2,000 fans).
Sunday, April 6
* Reno Aces v. El Paso Chihuahuas, 1:05 p.m.
* Kids Eat Free Sunday presented by Sam’s Club, Kimmie Candy and 106.9 MORE FM. 500 fans 12 and under will receive a free hot dog, bag of candy and small soda.
Monday, April 7
* Reno Aces v. Albuquerque Isotopes, 6:35 p.m.
* Night presented by the Reno News & Review. Fans rewarded based on how many Monday games they come to this season.
* Special Monday night beer and food discounts available in the Freight House District throughout the evening.
Tuesday, April 8
* Reno Aces v. Albuquerque Isotopes, 1:05 p.m.
* 2-for$22 Tuesday presented by KTVN Channel 2 News.
Wednesday, April 9
* Reno Aces v. Albuquerque Isotopes, 6:35 p.m.
* $1 hot dogs.
* Winning Wednesday presented by KTVN Channel 2 News: If the Aces win on a Wednesday, fans in attendance will receive a free general admission ticket to the next Wednesday home game.
Thursday, April 10
* Coors Light Thirsty Thursday™ presented by ESPN Radio 94.5 FM and the Reno News & Review. Fans can enjoy $2 beer specials through the middle of the fifth inning. Adults run the Bases post-game.
* Celebrate Marriage Night.
Tickets are available for purchase at http://www.renoaces.com.