El Paso Chihuahuas gearing up for opening day
EL PASO, Texas (CBS4/KFOX14) — Opening Day is scheduled for Friday, March 31, against the Houston Astros affiliate, Sugar Land.
The first pitch is slated for 7:05 p.m.
The Chihuahuas will play 75 home games of a 150-game schedule that runs through September 24.
The final home game at Southwest University Park is slated for September 17 against Albuquerque (Colorado Rockies) at 12:05 p.m.
This year's lineup includes three giveaways honoring the historic 2023 season, the NEW Friar Fridays, and two nights featuring the Chihuahuas new Marvel identity.
Two giveaways will open the three-game series to honor the 10th season – a Rally Towel giveaway on Opening Day and a 10th Year Commemorative Ring, presented by Southwest University, Sunday, April 2.
The Chihuahuas will debut the NEW Friar Fridays, paying homage to the Chihuahuas parent club, the San Diego Padres.
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The Chihuahuas will wear brown and yellow jerseys on most Friday games, with a Swinging Dog Tank Top as a featured giveaway on April 28.
The Chihuahuas will also bring back two favorite giveaways – the Fleece Blanket, presented by GECU (May 26) and Bucket Hat (June 9).
In addition to a Hawaiian Shirt and Beanie, presented by Sarah Farms have also been added to the giveaway docket, on July 7 and July 28, respectively.
The Chihuahuas are also bringing back some familiar promotions such as Margaritas Night as part of Minor League Baseball’s Copa de la Diversion, presented by Pepsi, GECU Bark at the Park, and the four of the fan favorite Day Baseball games on April 12, May 24, September 6, and September 13.
Tickets can be purchased at epchihuahuas.com, at the Southwest University Park Box Office, or by calling 915-533-BASE (2273).
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