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G-Braves Weekend Highlights

Varied entertainment is planned for Gwinnett Braves games at Coolray Field.

The Gwinnett Braves return home this weekend to play the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees, and even a non-baseball fan can find something to like at Coolray Field. Here are highights for the upcoming weekend:

Friday, July 20

Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees (New York Yankees) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 p.m.

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Presenting Sponsors: 12Stone
National Anthem performed by: 12Stone
Features:

  • Julio Teheran Day – Sponsored by PERT Plus. Join the G-Braves in honoring right-hander Julio Teheran, the 2011 International League Most Valuable Pitcher and Rookie of the Year.
  • Superhero Night – The popular night featuring superhero themes and costumes returns to Coolray Field. Dress up as your favorite superhero and join in on the fun.
  •  Post-Game Fireworks – Presented by WAGA Fox 5 Atlanta.

Saturday, July 21

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Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees (New York Yankees) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 p.m.

Presenting Sponsors: Georgia Power
National Anthem performed by: Mountain View High School Band
Features:

  • Backpack Giveaway – The first 2,000 fans will receive a Gwinnett Braves backpack, courtesy of Georgia Power.

Sunday, July 22

Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees (New York Yankees) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 5:05 p.m.

National Anthem performed by: Torri Westmoreland
Features:

  • Cancer Awareness Day – The G-Braves will be recognizing organizations that bring awareness to cancer prevention/detection or that raise funds for cancer research.
  • Family Sunday – Bring your ball and glove for a pre-game catch in the outfield starting when the gates open and lasting for 20 minutes. All kids 12 and under will get to run the bases following the game.

~ Courtesy Gwinnett Braves

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