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2023 Busch Stadium Homestand Highlights 10: Oakland Athletics and New York Mets

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2023 BUSCH STADIUM HOMESTAND HIGHLIGHTS #10

Monday, August 14—Sunday, August 20

ST. LOUIS, Mo., August 13, 2023 – The Cardinals are back at Busch Stadium and will inductee two new members into the Red Jacket club as part of the organization’s Hall of Fame Weekend. The seven-game homestand begins with a three-game interleague series against the Oakland Athletics (August 14-16), and wrap up with a four-game weekend series with the New York Mets (August 17-20). A full list of homestand highlights can be viewed at cardinals.com/homestand.

Monday, August 14 — Cardinals vs. Oakland Athletics (6:45 PM)
Probable Pitchers: RHP Miles Mikolas (6-8, 4.20) vs. LHP JP Sears (2-9, 4.23)
TV: Bally Sports Midwest, MLB Network (out-of-market only)
Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, 98.7 FM & WIJR 880 AM (Spanish)
Gates: 5:15 PM

  • Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Night: Celebrate the Asian American and Pacific Islander community’s rich history in baseball and St. Louis with our first-ever Asian American Pacific Island Heritage Night. With the purchase of a special Theme Ticket, fans will take home an exclusive double bobblehead featuring Tommy Edman in a Team Korea uniform and Lars Nootbaar in a Team Japan uniform. Come early for a special heritage performance in Budweiser Terrace beginning at 5:30. The World Baseball Classic trophy will also be on hand for fans to view. A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to the Very Asian Foundation. To purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/aapi.
Cardinal Bobblehead (Busch Stadium)
  • Honorary First Pitch: Former Cardinals pitcher Ryan Kurosaki, the third American of Japanese Ancestry to play in Major League Baseball and the first of 100% Japanese descent, will be recognized and throw out a ceremonial first pitch before tonight’s game.

Tuesday, August 15 — Cardinals vs. Oakland Athletics (6:45 PM)
Probable Pitchers: RHP Dakota Hudson (3-0, 4.31) vs. RHP Freddy Tarnok (1-1, 4.91)
TV: Bally Sports Midwest
Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, 98.7 FM & WIJR 880 AM (Spanish)
Gates: 5:15 PM

  • Gary Gaetti Budweiser Bash: Fans who purchase a special Bud Bash Theme Ticket will receive a limited edition Gary Gaetti bobblehead. VIP ticket-holders will also have access to a pregame autograph session with Gary in Budweiser Terrace. To purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/budbash.
Cardinal Bobblehead
  • Boots at Busch: 93.7 The Bull and the Cardinals welcome back the Boots at Busch concert series. Today’s battle features Bart Wayne Music, Chris Zumwalt Music & High Noon. Specially-priced tickets available for $9.37. Performances begin at 5:10 PM in Budweiser Terrace. Purchase tickets or learn more at cardinals.com/bootsatbusch.
  • NOOOOT’s Group: Lars Nootbaar will host a group from Challenger Baseball for tonight’s game as part of his NOOOOT’s Group player ticket program.
  • Cardinals Care Silent Auctions: Autographed items from Cardinals players, coaches and alumni will be on display today at Gate 1, Gate 3, and inside the CommunityAmerica Cardinals Club, UMB Champions Club and Redbird Club and can be bid on at cardinals.com/ccauctions through Wednesday, August 16, at 9:00 PM.

Wednesday, August 16 — Cardinals vs. Oakland Athletics (5:45 PM)
Probable Pitchers: LHP Matthew Liberatore (2-4, 5.72) vs. RHP Paul Blackburn (2-3, 4.52)
TV: Bally Sports Midwest
Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, 98.7 FM & WIJR 880 AM (Spanish)
Gates: 4:15 PM

  • Fredbird’s Garage Sale: With the purchase of a special Theme Ticket, fans will be able to select three previous Theme Ticket giveaways to take home. Tickets for this Theme event are sold out.
  • Battle at Busch:105.7 The Point and the Cardinals welcome back the Battle at Busch concert series. Today’s battle features Bring Me The Fires & Stringz EMB. Specially-priced tickets available for $10.57. Performances begin at 4:30 PM in Budweiser Terrace. Purchase tickets or learn more at cardinals.com/battleatbusch.
  • Edman’s Elite: Tommy Edman will host a group from YourWords STL for tonight’s game as part of his Edman’s Elite player ticket program.

Thursday, August 17 — Cardinals vs. New York Mets (6:15 PM)
Probable Pitchers: RHP Adam Wainwright (3-7, 8.78) vs. LHP José Quintana (0-4, 3.03)
TV: FOX
Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, 98.7 FM & WIJR 880 AM (Spanish)
Gates: 4:45 PM

  • WWE Night: With the purchase of a special Theme Ticket, fans will receive take home an exclusive Al Hraboksy WWE bobblehead. WWE Superstar Big E will be on hand to throw out a ceremonial first pitch. To purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/WWE.
Cardinal Bobblehead
  • Wainwright’s Winners: Adam Wainwright will host a group from International Institute for tonight’s game as part of his Wainwright’s Winners player ticket program.
  • MLBPAA Auctions: The MLB Players Alumni Association will conduct a silent auction by Gate 1 and Gate 3 through the fifth inning. Proceeds will benefit Cardinals Care and MLBPAA.

Friday, August 18 — Cardinals vs. New York Mets (7:15 PM)
Cardinals Hall of Fame Weekend Presented by Edward Jones
Probable Pitchers: LHP Steven Matz (4-7, 3.86) vs. RHP Kodai Senga
TV: Bally Sports Midwest
Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, 98.7 FM & WIJR 880 AM (Spanish)
Gates: 5:15 PM

  • Cardinals Hall of Fame Car Parade Bobblehead Giveaway: 25,000 fans, ages 16 and older, presented by Ford.
Cardinal Bobblehead
  • Military Appreciation Night: With the purchase of a special Theme Ticket, fans will receive an exclusive Cardinals cap honoring their favorite branch of the military. Come early for a pregame concert by U.S. Air Force Band, Roots in Blue, in the Budweiser Terrace starting at 5:30 PM. A portion of each ticket will be donated to USO Missouri. The game will also feature a pregame double military flyover. Presented by Bally Sports Midwest. To purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/militarynight.
Cardinal Hat
  • Telecast for the Troops: Bally Sports Salutes, Bally Sports Midwest’s annual Cardinals telecast to the troops, will link live with Missouri National Guard soldiers of the 294th Engineer Support Company in the Combined Joint Task Force currently deployed to the Horn of Africa.  The broadcast will air live on the American Forces Network.
  • Flashback Friday & Artifact Spotlight: Before every Friday home game, the Cardinals Museum hosts two presentations, one highlighting artifacts in the museum’s collection not currently on display and another featuring intimate and candid interviews with former Cardinals alumni and personnel. Today’s presentations will take place outdoors on the Together Credit Union Stage beginning at 5:40 PM followed by live interviews with Cardinals Hall of Fame inductee José Oquendo & former Cardinal coach and son of Cardinals Hall of Fame inductee Max Lanier, Hal, at 6:00 PM. Today’s events are free and open to the public.
  • Maryville University Walk of Fame Plaque Presentation: New plaques will be unveiled along the Maryville University Cardinals Walk of Fame in Together Credit Union Plaza at 6:30 PM.
  • Weekend-Long 50/50 Raffle: The drawing for the weekend-long 50/50 Raffle, presented by DraftKings at Casino Queen, will take place on Sunday, August 20, at the end of the 7th inning. Fans must be 18 years of age or older and be located in the state of Missouri at the time of purchase. To purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/5050.
  • Cardinals Care Silent Auctions: Autographed items from Cardinals players, coaches and alumni can be bid on each home series by fans in the ballpark and at home via cardinals.com/ccauctions. This series’ auction items will be on display today inside the CommunityAmerica Cardinals Club, UMB Champions Club and Redbird Club. The auction will run through Sunday, August 20, at 9:00 PM.
  • MLBPAA Auctions: The MLB Players Alumni Association will conduct a silent auction by Gate 1 and Gate 3 through the fifth inning. Proceeds will benefit Cardinals Care and MLBPAA.

Saturday, August 19 — Cardinals vs. New York Mets (6:15 PM)
Cardinals Hall of Fame Weekend Presented by Edward Jones
Probable Pitchers: RHP Miles Mikolas vs. RHP Carlos Carrasco
TV: Bally Sports Midwest, MLB Network (out-of-market only)
Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, 98.7 FM & WIJR 880 AM (Spanish)
Gates: 4:15 PM

  • Scott Rolen Lapel Pin Giveaway: 25,000 fans, ages 16 and older.
Cardinnal Scott Rolen Pin
  • Cardinals Hat Giveaway: 25,000 fans, ages 16 and older, courtesy of Busey Bank.
Cardinal hat
  • Dine & Dash with Willie McGee: Fans can enjoy a one-on-one interview between Tom Ackerman & Cardinals Hall of Fame outfielder and coach Willie McGee inside Cardinals Nation Restaurant at 11AM. Reservations are required for this event. Visit cardinals.com/HOF for more information.
  • Saturday Signings at the Museum: Newly elected Hall of Famer Scott Rolen will sign inside the Cardinals Museum from 2PM-4PM with the purchase of special Museum ticket. Presented by Goodwill. To purchase ticket or for more information, visit cardinals.com/museum.
  • Scott Rolen HOF Plaque: Scott Rolen’s National Baseball Hall of Fame plaque will be on display for viewing in the Cardinals Hall of Fame lobby from 10:00AM-2:30PM and in Budweiser Terrace for ticketed fans from 6:45PM through the 7th inning.
  • Weekend-Long 50/50 Raffle: The drawing for the weekend-long 50/50 Raffle, presented by DraftKings at Casino Queen, will take place on Sunday, August 20, at the end of the 7th inning. Fans must be 18 years of age or older and be located in the state of Missouri at the time of purchase. To purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/5050.
  • MLBPAA Auctions: The MLB Players Alumni Association will conduct a silent auction by Gate 1, Gate 3 and inside the CommunityAmerica Cardinals Club and Redbird Club through the fifth inning. Proceeds will benefit Cardinals Care and MLBPAA.

Sunday, August 20 — Cardinals vs. New York Mets (1:15 PM)
Cardinals Hall of Fame Weekend Presented by Edward Jones
Probable Pitchers: RHP Dakota Hudson vs. LHP David Peterson
TV: Bally Sports Midwest
Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, 98.7 FM & WIJR 880 AM (Spanish)
Gates: 11:15 AM

  • David Freese Canvas Print Giveaway: 25,000 fans, ages 16 and older, presented by Edward Jones.
Cardinal David Freese canvas
  • Edward Jones Cardinals Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony: José Oquendo and the late Max Lanier will be inducted into the Cardinals Hall of Fame during a 10:00 AM ceremony in Together Credit Union Plaza at Ballpark Village. The ceremony is free and open to the public. The 2023 inductees will also be recognized during a pregame ceremony on the field at 1:00PM.
Cardinals Hall of Fame 2023
  • University Day: With the purchase of a special $20 Theme Ticket, fans will receive their choice of an exclusive Webster University-themed or Missouri State-themed Cardinals cap. To purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/university.
Cardinal hat
  • Hi-Chew Kids Run The Bases: Fans ages 15 & under can run the bases after the game (weather permitting).
  • Prairie Farms Ice Cream Sunday: Two hours prior to the game, fans and families can enjoy games, prizes and free North Star frozen treats in Ford Plaza (while supplies last).
  • Weekend-Long 50/50 Raffle: The drawing for the weekend-long 50/50 Raffle, presented by DraftKings at Casino Queen, will take place today at the end of the 7th inning. Fans must be 18 years of age or older and be located in the state of Missouri at the time of purchase. To purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/5050.
  • Cardinals Care Silent Auctions: Autographed items from Cardinals players, coaches and alumni can be bid on each home series by fans at cardinals.com/ccauctions. This series’ auction will conclude tonight at 9:00 PM.
  • MLBPAA Auctions: The MLB Players Alumni Association will conduct a silent auction by Gate 1, Gate 3 and inside the CommunityAmerica Cardinals Club and Redbird Club through the fifth inning. Proceeds will benefit Cardinals Care and MLBPAA.
Cardinal Yearbook

OFFICIAL 2023 CARDINALS YEARBOOK—ON SALE NOW!

Continuing the tradition of our commemorative Cardinals Yearbooks that have celebrated the careers of Yadier Molina (2019 Yearbook) and Adam Wainwright (2022 Yearbook), it’s time to pay tribute to the greatest Cardinal of the last half-century, Albert Pujols.

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BUSCH STADIUM INFORMATION

FAN INFORMATION GUIDE

The Busch Stadium Fan Information Guide is designed to assist fans by presenting information about Busch Stadium offerings and accommodations.  View the guide at cardinals.com/info or via the MLB Ballpark app.

MLB BALLPARK APP

The Cardinals have transitioned exclusively to mobile ticket delivery via the MLB Ballpark App. Visit cardinals.com/ballparkapp for app instructions, tutorials and FAQ.

FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE

The Cardinals Fan Food Guide is available at cardinals.com/food and via the MLB Ballpark app to help fans locate their favorite food and beverages at Busch Stadium.

OFFICIAL TEAM STORE AT BUSCH STADIUM

The Official Cardinals Team Store at Busch Stadium features the area’s best selection of premium Cardinals merchandise and is open daily from 10 AM–6 PM. The Team Store closes to the public during home games, 15 minutes prior to gates opening. The Team Store will close one hour after home games. Visit cardinals.com/teamstore for more information.

BUSCH STADIUM PARKING

Fans can purchase individual game day parking directly from the Cardinals in the Starr Lot located directly across the street from Gate 2, on the southwest side of Busch Stadium. Parking can be purchased at cardinals.com/parking.

BUSCH STADIUM BOX OFFICE

The Box Office is open on game days from 10AM until 90 minutes after the scheduled game time. On non-game days, the Box Office is open Monday–Friday from 10AM–5PM. Fans can inquire about tickets by calling 314-345-9000.

BUSCH STADIUM TOURS

Busch Stadium tours provide a unique look at the home of the Cardinals. The one-hour guided experience gives fans the opportunity to explore areas of the ballpark that may not be regularly accessible during gameday operations and learn more about the history of the stadium. In addition, all tour tickets include admission to the Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum. To purchase tickets or learn more, visit cardinals.com/tours.

RE-ENTRY & SMOKING GATE

Once guests have entered Busch Stadium, they must proceed to either Gate 1 or Gate 4 to receive a hand stamp if they want to exit and re-enter the stadium. Guests with a hand stamp and valid event ticket can re-enter the stadium at any gate until 90 minutes after scheduled first pitch. All guests will have bags inspected and be screened via walk through metal detector upon re-entry. A designated smoking area is set up at Gate 1 to allow guests access in and out of the stadium if they wish to smoke. The designated smoking area is open from gate opening until the end of the 7th inning.

PROHIBITED ITEMS & SECURITY

Visit cardinals.com/security for the complete stadium inspection policy & prohibited items list.

MORE CARDINALS INFORMATION

Cardinals Magazine – Issue No. 2 On Sale Now

Embrace the best of Cardinals baseball in Cardinals Magazine. Since 1992, generations of Redbird fans have turned to Cardinals Magazine for exclusive coverage, unmatched variety and the definitive look at the present, future and past of their favorite team.

Become a subscriber and receive a voucher for two free tickets to a 2023 home game, or register for two years to take home a super-soft t-shirt celebrating the Cardinals cornerstones of Paul Goldschmidt and Nolan Arenado. To subscribe, visit cardinals.com/publications or call 314-345-9000. Follow them on Twitter at @CardsMagazine.

Official Team Media Guide

2023 Cardinals media guides are available for $20 at the Official Cardinals Team Store, Cardinals Authentics Shops, Cardinals Magazine stands and at cardinals.com/mediaguide.

Official Team Scorecard

Designed by local artist Mike Right, 2023 team scorecards are available for $3.00 at Busch Stadium, Cardinals Magazine stands and cardinals.com/scorecard.

Cardinals Kids Club

Join the 2023 Cardinals Kids Club—an exclusive club just for our younger Cardinals fans! The price of membership is $33, plus shipping. To sign up or learn more, visit cardinals.com/kidsclub.

Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum

The Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum is open daily from 10 AM–6 PM and remains open through the 7th inning during home night games. Check out the new 2023 featured exhibit “The Art of the Cardinals Moment”, featuring over 70 works of art and photographs on display, some of which have never been seen before, included with admission. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/museum. #CardsMuseum

Cardinals Authentics Shop

Cardinals Authentics specializes in official, game-used, limited edition and autographed memorabilia direct from the club. The Cardinals Nation location is open daily from 10 AM–8 PM. On game nights, the shop inside Busch Stadium will remain open 30 minutes after last pitch while the Cardinals Nation shop will remain open one hour after the game ends. Visit cardinalsauthentics.com or follow them on Twitter at @CardsAuthentics for more information. #CardsAuthentics

Cardinals Insider with Ozzie Smith

The Emmy-nominated Cardinals Insider TV show, hosted by Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith and presented by Mercy, gives fans an all-access pass to everything Cardinals baseball featuring exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content by team journalists. To watch full episodes or find an updated programming schedule, visit cardinals.com/insider. #CardsInsider

Cardinals Care & Community Relations

Cardinals Care was established to give fans a way of teaming up with Cardinals players and the organization to help children in our community—both on and off the baseball field. Established in 1997, Cardinals Care has invested over $31 million to support St. Louis area children, built or renovated 25 youth ball fields in local under-resourced neighborhoods, and distributed over $17 million in grants to nonprofit organizations. Visit cardinals.com/community and follow @CardinalsCare on Twitter. #CardsCare

Official Pregame Parties

Cardinals Nation hosts the Official Pregame Party of the St. Louis Cardinals before all home games. The ticketed pep-rally style party includes a full buffet, along with a full-service, all-inclusive bar, starting two and a half hours prior to the scheduled start time all the way until first pitch. To purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/pregame.

Social Media

Visit cardinals.com/social for more information and join the conversation using #STLCards.

Hispanic Outreach

All of the Cardinals’ Spanish radio broadcast information, video and social initiatives can be found at cardinals.com/spanish. Follow the Cardinals Spanish social media accounts on Twitter (@cardenales) Instagram (stlcardenales), and Facebook (facebook.com/stlcardenales), and join the conversation using #STLCardenales or #VuelaSTL.

Ballpark Village

Ballpark Village is a dynamic entertainment, dining and residential district located next to Busch Stadium. View a list of venues, upcoming events and more at cardinals.com/BPV or stlballparkvillage.com.

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