# Homestand Highlights: Thursday, April 4 — Thursday, April 11, Home Opener & Game of Thrones Night Highlight First Homestand of 2018 - Link: https://www.nyrdcast.com/homestand-highlights-thursday-april-4-thursday-april-11-home-opener-game-of-thrones-night-highlight-first-homestand-of-2018/ - Published: 2019-04-04T06:00:21-05:00 - Author: Eugene Tierney **PLEASE NOTE THIS PRESS RELEASE CAME OUT PRIOR TO THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE CANCELLATION OF THURSDAY’S GAME; EVERYTHING HAS BEEN PUSHED TO FRIDAY.** **ST. LOUIS, Mo., April 2, 2019 **– The Cardinals open the 2019 home slate with a three games against the San Diego Padres (April 4, 6-7) and a four-game series with the defending National League Champion Los Angeles Dodgers (April 8-11).  The first homestand of the year is highlighted by Opening Day festivities featuring all 16 living members of the Cardinals Hall of Fame, three promotional gate giveaways and Law Enforcement & Firefighters Appreciation Nights. **Thursday, April 4, 2019 — Cardinals vs. San Diego Padres (3:15 p.m.)** _TV: FOX Sports Midwest (Coverage starts at 1:30 PM)_ _Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, WJIR 880 AM (Spanish)_ **_Gates: 12:00 PM_** **_Field Ceremonies: 2:30 PM_** ·         **Cardinals Magnet Schedule Giveaway**:All ticketed-fans, ages 21 and older, compliments of Budweiser. ![](https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=ac65a87eea&attid=0.0.2& permmsgid=msg-f:1629731488207506847&th=169df82761e08d9f&view=fimg&sz =s0-l75-ft&attbid=ANGjdJ9ylDNXKmxitPCguPvBfXgFt--5T7ELVEnZBiswFgt82bKkb-yKgX_kGSnrhOD90lEfG5- o01lf7OHkY5_rgqYmRE_xf7eFXlBpCR_FY_hxjV32LmiKP1XqvJw&disp=emb) ·         **Budweiser Clydesdales**: The famed Budweiser Clydesdales will kick off Opening Day pregame ceremonies with their annual pregame lap around the warning beginning at 2:30. #OpeningDaySTL ·         **Cardinals Hall of Famers:**& nbsp;For the first time, all living members of the Cardinals Hall of Fame will be on hand for Opening Day ceremonies.  14 Cardinals Hall of Famers will be introduced via a Ford Mustang Motorcade, while two Cardinals Hall of Famers from the 2018 Induction Class will be introduced from the dugout. ·         **Ceremonial First Pitch**:& nbsp;In recognition of the 15th anniversary of the team’s 2004 National League Championship, former teammates and 2019 Cardinals Hall of Fame nominees [Jason Isringhausen](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/i/isrinja01.shtml?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) and [Matt Morris](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/m/morrima01.shtml?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) will be on hand to throw ceremonial first pitches. ·         **50/50 Raffle**: One lucky fan will receive 50% of the gross proceeds from today’s raffle ticket donations.& nbsp; The other half will benefit Cardinals Care.  For more info and past winning raffle numbers, visit [cardinals.com/5050](http://www.cardinals.com/5050). ·         **Cardinals Care Stadium Auction**:Auction tables will be located by Gate 1, Gate 3, and inside the Cardinals Club, UMB Champions Club and Redbird Club for fans and collectors to obtain specialty Cardinals. **Saturday, April 6, 2019 — Cardinals vs. San Diego Padres (1:15 p.m.)** _TV: FOX Sports Midwest_ _Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, WJIR 880 AM (Spanish)_ _Gates: 11:15 AM_ * **Mystery Hall of Fame Opening Day Car Parade Bobblehead Giveaway**: 30,000 fans, ages 16 and older, courtesy of Ford.  ![Opening_Day_bobblehead_cutout](https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=ac65a87eea& amp;attid=0.0.3&permmsgid=msg-f:1629731488207506847&th=169df82761e08d9f& amp;view=fimg&sz=s0-l75-ft&attbid=ANGjdJ-pjiU4PyoZtotDFUbmX2Ma3rXGVFi7jcqfyWqVfKSFFQZGl2m9oY4eE8EfQxlTSzbL6otEkApX2UhzCBcDk- goeK2_uqUuoWVyILCha-SlrGAojsRFBaKF2-o&disp=emb) ·         **Saturday Signings at the Museum**: Former Cardinals closer **Jason Isringhausen** will sign  from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  Visit [cardinals.com/museum](http://www.cardinals.com/museum) for more information. ·         **50/50 Raffle**: One lucky fan will receive 50% of the gross proceeds from today’s raffle ticket donations.& nbsp; The other half will benefit Cardinals Care.  For more info and past winning raffle numbers, visit [cardinals.com/5050](http://www.cardinals.com/5050). * **MLBPAA Auction**: The MLB Players Alumni Association will conduct a silent auction by Gate 1, Gate 3, inside the Redbird and Cardinals Club through the fifth inning.  All proceeds will benefit Cardinals Care and the MLBPAA. **Sunday, April 7, 2019 — Cardinals vs. San Diego Padres (1:15 p.m.)** _TV: FOX Sports Midwest_ _Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, WJIR 880 AM (Spanish)_ _Gates: 11:15 AM_ ·         **Adult Windbreaker Giveaway**:& nbsp; 30,000 fans, ages 16 and older, courtesy of Old Dominion Freight Line. ![windbreaker_mockup](https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=ac65a87eea& attid=0.0.4&permmsgid=msg-f:1629731488207506847&th=169df82761e08d9f& view=fimg&sz=s0-l75-ft&attbid=ANGjdJ_JAhes73abfiip7eHY3KD7LqDjGJnjSn58xVdBapStre- uqumoLSBWVK_6phiFeH_VloKLbVvw687x1e6nLyJkQRi4fHxNDQSW8uVBvNMT2rGj9jHrtmI_yAg& disp=emb) ·         **Kids Ticket Voucher Giveaway**: All kids entering with a ticket, ages 15 and younger, courtesy of Ritz. ·         **Prairie Farms Ice Cream Sunday: **Starting two hours prior to the game, bring the entire family to Ford Plaza for games, prizes and free North Star frozen treats (while supplies last). ·         **50/50 Raffle**: One lucky fan will receive 50% of the gross proceeds from today’s raffle ticket donations.& nbsp; The other half will benefit Cardinals Care.  For more info and past winning raffle numbers, visit [cardinals.com/5050](http://www.cardinals.com/5050). * **MLBPAA Auction**: The MLB Players Alumni Association will conduct a silent auction by Gate 1, Gate 3, inside the Redbird and Cardinals Club through the fifth inning.  All proceeds will benefit Cardinals Care and the MLBPAA. **Monday, April 8, 2019 — Cardinals vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (6:45 p.m.)** _TV: FOX Sports Midwest_ _Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, WJIR 880 AM (Spanish)_ _Gates open at 5:15 PM_ * **College Theme Night #1:** For just $20, fans will receive a ticket to the game and an exclusive Cardinals letterman sweatshirt jacket.  To purchase tickets, visit [cardinals.com/college](http://www.cardinals.com/college). ![college_night_jacket_cutout](https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=ac65a87eea& amp;attid=0.0.5&permmsgid=msg-f:1629731488207506847&th=169df82761e08d9f& amp;view=fimg&sz=s0-l75-ft&attbid=ANGjdJ-CXqLtWVOFq_o6a-YsMTLWj8SO8Pa9PDwpA- z_DxHGm3PrVcWEfbrj-7Af-C-pqjsNO2_xS6WwKjW_zHShWt_cxQAZEkyCMswvU3wlDJTttkDxN-hQ_8p1vMU& amp;disp=emb) * **MLBPAA Auction**: The MLB Players Alumni Association will conduct a silent auction by Gate 1 and Gate 3 through the fifth inning.  All proceeds will benefit Cardinals Care and the MLBPAA. **Tuesday, April 9, 2019 — Cardinals vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (6:45 p.m.)** _TV: FOX Sports Midwest_ _Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, WJIR 880 AM (Spanish)_ _Gates open at 5:15 PM_ * **Award Ceremony: **Prior to the start of the game,[Paul Goldschmidt](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/g/goldspa01.shtml?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) will be presented with his 2018 Louisville Slugger Silver Slugger Award in recognition of being selected as the best offensive National League first baseman by NL managers and coaches. * **Game of Thrones Night:** With the purchase of a special Theme Ticket, fans will receive an exclusive designed Game of Thrones t-shirt.  An official Iron Throne will be on hand.  To purchase tickets, visit [cardinals.com/thrones](http://www.cardinals.com/thrones).& nbsp; ![GOT_Shirt_mockup](https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=ac65a87eea& attid=0.0.6&permmsgid=msg-f:1629731488207506847&th=169df82761e08d9f& view=fimg&sz=s0-l75-ft&attbid=ANGjdJ8u6viSSD998Ivr3x8AGyzJGHw1I_0qPWkOuZrLk5JevUMWjznsS79e8ByUxSwcJ9raJpqDMu8mhYcjeqoQ76Bo_k1bVYI3KrS4sM6PM8Mf70EVhkrakAHVt3I& amp;disp=emb) ·         **Cardinals Care Stadium Auction**:Auction tables will be located by Gate 1, Gate 3, and inside the Cardinals Club, UMB Champions Club and Redbird Club for fans and collectors to obtain specialty Cardinals. **Wednesday, April 10, 2019 — Cardinals vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (6:45 p.m.)** _TV: FOX Sports Midwest_ _Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, WJIR 880 AM (Spanish)_ _Gates open at 5:15 PM_ * **Firefighter Appreciation Night:** With the purchase of a special theme ticket, fans will receive an exclusive Cardinals Firefighter cap and one complimentary drink.  To purchase tickets, visit [cardinals.com/firefighters](http://www.cardinals.com/firefighters).& nbsp; ![firefighters_night_cutout](https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=ac65a87eea& amp;attid=0.0.7&permmsgid=msg-f:1629731488207506847&th=169df82761e08d9f& amp;view=fimg&sz=s0-l75-ft&attbid=ANGjdJ9zPXegyQmOKFPeYD-fOJEXtABZFsRqshwGHzUAEbOil- Vdzvab6ZtY6pqzhgtfZE-4agHHodCpHlq3HUs1uOrhvGFx3jklKl7eGUAzSqakpCKPIEhP918Izac& disp=emb) * **Law Enforcement Appreciation Night: **With the purchase of a special theme ticket, fans will receive an exclusive Cardinals Law Enforcement cap and one complimentary drink.  To purchase tickets, visit [cardinals.com/lawenforcement](http://www.cardinals.com/lawenforcement).& nbsp; ![law_enforcement_night_cutout](https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=ac65a87eea& amp;attid=0.0.8&permmsgid=msg-f:1629731488207506847&th=169df82761e08d9f& amp;view=fimg&sz=s0-l75-ft&attbid=ANGjdJ8JrcMmqmLJ_fsolCCh5kBYZLEdn5DP3bxRWpT4kmzLZICWTKKZfwJoc4- i-QWCn9T0wtrsIKfxuBqI2twnIjm4GogR8aS2MiyeV1UJwUuoYT9ZJYHEpXSC1R4&disp=emb) * **Scouts Theme Night #1: **Scouts and their guests can enjoy $14 tickets and a special Girl or Boy Scout patch.  All scouts and troop leaders will be invited to participate in a pregame parade around the warning track.  To purchase tickets, visit [cardinals.com/college](http://www.cardinals.com/college). * **MLBPAA Auction**: The MLB Players Alumni Association will conduct a silent auction by Gate 1 and Gate 3 through the fifth inning.  All proceeds will benefit Cardinals Care and the MLBPAA. **Thursday, April 11, 2019 — Cardinals vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (12:15 p.m.)** _TV: FOX Sports Midwest, MLB Network (out-of-market only)_ _Radio: KMOX 1120 AM, WJIR 880 AM (Spanish)_ _Gates open at 10:45 AM_ * **Ceremonial First Pitch**: Cardinals fan, Sister Mary Jo Sobieck, best known for her perfect first pitch last season at Guarantee Rate Field before a White Sox game, will throw out a ceremonial first pitch**.** * **Firefighter Appreciation Day:** With the purchase of a special theme ticket, fans will receive an exclusive Cardinals Firefighter cap and one complimentary drink.  To purchase tickets, visit [cardinals.com/firefighters](http://www.cardinals.com/firefighters).& nbsp; ![firefighters_night_cutout](https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=ac65a87eea& amp;attid=0.0.9&permmsgid=msg-f:1629731488207506847&th=169df82761e08d9f& amp;view=fimg&sz=s0-l75-ft&attbid=ANGjdJ_TrFHVvL5H7QEYA8tIRaQuwHS6Aaz_SjsvZdTWpFRfF97HERC2YhuoORleWPM2p_tye2- 1kFrKnI3cuNoZN8RPpf279aBMOmDSLxe7vjlKcqYg7tOI7vcqiFc&disp=emb) * **Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: **With the purchase of a special theme ticket, fans will receive an exclusive Cardinals Law Enforcement cap and one complimentary drink.  To purchase tickets, visit [cardinals.com/lawenforcement](http://www.cardinals.com/lawenforcement). ![law_enforcement_night_cutout](https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=ac65a87eea& amp;attid=0.0.10&permmsgid=msg-f:1629731488207506847&th=169df82761e08d9f& amp;view=fimg&sz=s0-l75-ft&attbid=ANGjdJ__QRXKoCUM-003rjEGaylF74AcZeC8hZyT70I5K- LSZpaf1U0ENDWmDZyNC8CQmCimFTVJpql4T0G0Z0q13pMCyKIU16XRekqISX2CC4xJnKs9fOUhcLiQV2s& amp;disp=emb) * **Great Clips Charity Haircuts: **During the game, fans can root for the Redbirds and shape up their roots with a visit to Ford Plaza.  For a $10 donation, Great Clips will cut your hair and donate all proceeds to Cardinals Care. **BUSCH STADIUM INFORMATION** **Fan Information Guide** The Busch Stadium Fan Information is designed to assist our fans by presenting information about St. Louis Cardinals/Busch Stadium offerings and accommodations.  View the guide at [cardinals.com/info](http://www.cardinals.com/info). **Food & Beverage** The Cardinals Fan Food Guide is available at [cardinals.com/food](http://www.cardinals.com/food)& nbsp;and via the MLB.com Ballpark mobile app to help fans locate their favorite food and beverages at Busch Stadium. **Team Store** 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.  On game nights, the store will remain open to the public and will close approximately one hour after the game. **Prohibited Items** Visit [cardinals.com/security](http://www.cardinals.com/security) for the complete stadium inspection policy & prohibited items list. **Re-Entry & Smoking Gate** Exit stamps will be available for guests who need to exit the stadium but plan to return.  The stamps will be located inside Gate 1 and Gate 4.  The Smoking Gate is located outside of Gate 1.** **MORE CARDINALS INFORMATION** **Cardinals Magazine – Opening Day Issue on Sale** Newcomers Paul Goldschmidt and [Andrew Miller](https://www.baseball-reference.com/search/search.fcgi?pid=millean01,miller014and,miller011and&search=Andrew+Miller&utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) cover the season-opening edition of Cardinals Magazine and sit down for an exclusive Q&A to kick off the 2019 season.  Our inside access takes you behind the scenes as style masters [Harrison Bader](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/b/baderha01.shtml?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) and [Jack Flaherty](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/f/flaheja01.shtml?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) go shopping in Jupiter for manager Mike Shildt.  Plus, contributions from [Miles Mikolas](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/m/mikolmi01.shtml?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-), [Jim Edmonds](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/e/edmonji01.shtml?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-), [Mike Shannon](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/s/shannmi01.shtml?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) and more! Start a print or digital subscription and receive two free tickets to a 2019 home game (one-year) or a Harrison Bader bobblehead (two-year).  To subscribe, visit [cardinals.com/publications](http://www.cardinals.com/publications) or call 314-345-9000.  Follow them on Twitter at [@CardsMagazine](http://www.twitter.com/cardsmagazine).& nbsp;#CardsMagazine **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 on home game nights.  Museum programming, including Saturday Signings, Flashback Fridays and Artifact Spotlight presentations, are scheduled throughout the season.  For more information or to purchase tickets, visit& nbsp;[cardinals.com/museum](http://www.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 Ford Plaza shop will remain open 30 minutes after last pitch while the Cardinals Nation shop will remain open through the end of the game. For more information, visit [cardinals.com/authentics ](http://www.cardinals.com/authentics) or follow them on Twitter [@CardsAuthentics](https://twitter.com/cardsauthentics).# CardsAuthentics **Official Team Media Guide** 2019 Cardinals media guides are available for $20 at the Official Cardinals Team Store, Cardinals Authentics Shops and[cardinals.com/mediaguide](http://www.cardinals.com/mediaguide). **Official Team Scorecard** Designed by local artist Mike Right, 2019 team scorecards are available for $2.50 at Busch Stadium and[cardinals.com/scorecard](http://www.cardinals.com/scorecard). **Cardinals Insider with [Ozzie Smith](https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/s/smithoz01.shtml?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-)** Cardinals Insider is a Mid-America Emmy-nominated weekly news magazine television show hosted by Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith that gives fans an all-access pass to everything Cardinals baseball featuring exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content. To watch full episodes or find an updated programming schedule, visit [cardinals.com/insider](http://www.cardinals.com/insider).# CardsInsider **Cardinals in the Community** 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 $24 million to support St. Louis area children and built or renovated 23 youth ball fields in local under- resourced neighborhoods. Fans can learn how to support Cardinals Care by visiting [cardinals.com/community](http://www.cardinals.com/community). #CardsCare **Official Pregame Parties** Cardinals Nation Restaurant hosts the Official Pregame Party of the St. Louis Cardinals before every game. The ticketed pep-rally style party is located on the second floor of Cardinals Nation in the Hall of Fame Club, two and a half hours prior to every Cardinals home game all the way until first pitch. Visit [cardinals.com/pregame](http://www.cardinals.com/pregame) to purchase tickets or for more information. **Cardinals Nation Food Truck** For weekly truck location announcements, follow on Twitter [@CardsFoodTruck](http://www.twitter.com/cardsfoodtruck). To view the full food truck menu or for more information, visit [cardinals.com/foodtruck](http://www.cardinals.com/foodtruck). **Ballpark Village** No ticket, no problem! Ballpark Village offers an unprecedented watch party experience with over 1,200 square feet of TVs with direct stadium feed, as well as Budweiser Brew House Deck Parties post-game every Friday with DJ Todd Thomas and Official Cardinals Away Game Watch Parties with premium giveaways. Learn more at [stlballparkvillage.com](http://www.stlballparkvillage.com/). **Social Media** Twitter ([@Cardinals](https://twitter.com/cardinals)) Facebook ([facebook.com/cardinals](https://www.facebook.com/Cardinals)) Instagram ([Cardinals](http://www.instagram.com/cardinals)) Snapchat ([cardinals](https://www.snapchat.com/add/cardinals)) For more info, visit [cardinals.com/social](http://www.cardinals.com/social).  Join the conversation using #STLCards or #TimeToFly. **Hispanic Outreach** All of the Cardinals’ Spanish radio broadcast information, video and social initiatives can be found at [cardinals.com/spanish](http://www.cardinals.com/spanish). 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