All-You-Can-Eat Night and Craft Beer Festival Highlight Series
Lakeland, FL – The Lakeland Flying Tigers return home for a four-game series beginning Monday, July 25 at Joker Marchant Stadium.  Lakeland will host the Palm Beach Cardinals July 25-28.  Tickets for all home games are available by calling the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075.  Box seats are $6 and reserved seats are $5 and seniors 55 and over and children 14 and under receive a $1.00 discount.  Saturday tickets are an additional $1.  Wednesday All-You-Can-Eat tickets are $10.  Parking is FREE.

Monday, July 25 vs. Palm Beach Cardinals @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Monday is $1 hot dog night.  Fans can enjoy $1 hot dogs all night.  Also, check The Ledger for a special two-for-one ticket offer compliments of the Ledger Media Group.  This is the final Monday home game of the season!

Tuesday, July 26 vs. Palm Beach Cardinals @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Baseball Wingo Sponsored by Natalie’s Sports Bar & Grille
Fans can play Baseball Bingo during the game for a chance to win wings from Natalie’s and prizes from the Flying Tigers.

Silver Sluggers
Flying Tigers Silver Sluggers Tuesday presented by Humana.  Silver Sluggers members will receive free admission to the game as well as a complimentary soda.  For more
information on the Silver Sluggers program please contact the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075 or visit LakelandFlyingTigers.com.

KRAFT Singles Tuesday Tickets
KRAFT Singles Tuesday Tickets.  Fans receive a special buy one, get one free ticket offer by bringing a KRAFT Singles package wrapper to the ticket office.

Wednesday, July 27 vs. Palm Beach Cardinals @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
All-You-Can-Eat Night
Wednesday is All-You-Can-Eat Night sponsored by Mimi’s Cafe.  Tickets are just $10 and includes admission to the game and all-you-can-eat hamburgers, hot dogs, sausages, cracker jacks, popcorn, pretzels and chips as well as food from Mimi’s from 6:00-9:00 p.m. or while supplies last.

Thursday, July 28 vs. Palm Beach Cardinals @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)
Sudz & Budz Craft Beer Fest and Bark in the Park Presented by Budweiser

• Craft Beer Festival begins at 5:30 pm.  There will be over 40 craft beers to sample from 5:30-7:00 p.m. AND $1 beer and soda will be available beginning at 5:30 p.m. until the end of the 7inning.  There will also be live music by Phaze 2 during the Craft Beer Fest.
• Bring your dog to the game.  There will be dog vendors, adoptable dogs, prizes and fun!
• Advance tickets to the Sudz & Budz are $10 and include craft beer samples, live music and a reserved ticket to the Flying Tigers game. Parking is free.  Proceeds

from the event will benefit the Humane Society of Polk County.  To purchase advance tickets, please contact the Humane Society at (863) 324-5227.  $5 tickets to the Craft Beer Fest are available the day of the game but do not include a game ticket.

The Flying Tigers are a Class A Affiliate of the Detroit Tigers.  For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com or call (863) 686-8075.

–FLYING TIGERS–

Zach Burek
General Manager
Lakeland Flying Tigers
2125 North Lake Ave.
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-4120
(863) 688-9589 (fax)
www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com
www.DetroitTigers.com

Lakeland Flying Tigers – EVERY GAME IS A MISSION!

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Lakeland, FL – The Lakeland Flying Tigers return home for a five-game homestand beginning Friday, June 10 at Joker Marchant Stadium.  Lakeland will host the Daytona Cubs on June 10, the Brevard County Manatees (Brewers) June 11 -13 and the Tampa Yankees on June 14.  Tickets for all home games are available by calling the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075.  Box seats are $6 and reserved seats are $5 and seniors 55 and over and children 14 and under receive a $1.00 discount.  Saturday tickets are an additional $1.  Wednesday All-You-Can-Eat tickets are $10.  Parking is FREE.

Friday, June 10 vs. Daytona Cubs @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Victor Martinez Kids Backpack Giveaway
The Flying Tigers will be away Victor Martinez backpacks to the first 750 paid kids ages 14 and younger.

Chick-fil-A Night
Look for special promotions, contests and giveaways throughout the game from Chick-fil-A.

Scout Night
Special group ticket and food packages for Boy and Cub Scouts and their families.

Saturday, June 11 vs. Brevard County Manatees (Brewers) @ 4:00 p.m. (Gates open at 2:30 p.m.)
The Ledger Customer Appreciation Day
The first 2,000 fans will receive a free grocery tote compliments of The Ledger Media Group.  Ledger Media Group t-shirts will be given away to the first 100 new Ledger subscribers.  Fans can register to win great prizes including travel trips, gift baskets, gift cards and more throughout the game.  A fan will also have a chance to win a Fiat if a Flying Tigers player hits a grand slam in the seventh inning.  The Flying Tigers will be wearing special tropical jerseys during the game and fans are encouraged to dress for the occasion as well wearing flip flops and tropical shirts.

Sunset Celebration Sponsored by The Ledger Media Group and Budweiser
Following the game the Flying Tigers will be turning the berm into a Key West themed party.  There will be live island-themed music by Captain Josh as well as street performers, frisbee dogs, a pig roast and much more.  There will be drink and food specials on the berm all night.  Polk County’s Parrot Head Club, Pirates on the Ridge, will be helping to get the party started.

Fireworks Extravaganza at dark (weather permitting).

Post-Game Party at Natalie’s Sports Bar & Grill
The fun keeps going at Natalie’s following the fireworks show.  Natalie’s is located at 3120 South Florida Avenue in Lakeland.

Sunday, June 12 vs. Brevard County Manatees (Brewers)  @ 1:00 p.m. (Gates open at Noon)
Sunday is Kids Day.  All kids 14 and under will receive free admission to the game.  Kids can play catch on the field beginning at noon (weather permitting).  Kids can also run the bases just
like the Flying Tigers following the game (weather permitting).  All fans will receive a voucher for a free sundae compliments of Dairy Queen – North Lakeland.

Monday, June 13 vs. Brevard County Manatees (Brewers)  @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Monday is $1 hot dog night.  Fans can enjoy $1 hot dogs all night.  Also, check The Ledger for a special two-for-one ticket offer compliments of the Ledger Media Group.

Tuesday, June 14 vs. Tampa Yankees @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Baseball Wingo Sponsored by Natalie’s Sports Bar & Grill
Fans can play Baseball Bingo during the game for a chance to wings from Natalie’s and prizes from the Flying Tigers.

Silver Sluggers
Flying Tigers Silver Sluggers Tuesday presented by Humana.  Silver Sluggers members will receive free admission to the game as well as a complimentary soda.  For more
information on the Silver Sluggers program please contact the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075 or visit LakelandFlyingTigers.com.

KRAFT Singles Tuesday Tickets
KRAFT Singles Tuesday Tickets.  Fans receive a special buy one, get one free ticket offer by bringing a KRAFT Singles package wrapper to the ticket office.

The Flying Tigers are a Class A Affiliate of the Detroit Tigers.  For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com or call (863) 686-8075.

–FLYING TIGERS–

Zach Burek
General Manager
Lakeland Flying Tigers
2125 North Lake Ave.
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-4120
(863) 688-9589 (fax)
www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com
www.DetroitTigers.com

Lakeland Flying Tigers – EVERY GAME IS A MISSION!

Lakeland, FL – The Lakeland Flying Tigers return home for an eight-game homestand beginning Wednesday, May 18 at Joker Marchant Stadium.  Lakeland will host the Jupiter Hammersheads (Marlins) from May 18-21 and the Bradenton Marauders from May 22-25.  Tickets for all home games are available by calling the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075.  Box seats are $6 and reserved seats are $5 and seniors 55 and over and children 14 and under receive a $1.00 discount.  Saturday tickets are an additional $1.  Wednesday All-You-Can-Eat tickets are $10.  Parking is FREE.

Wednesday, May 18 vs. Jupiter Hammerheads (Marlins) @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Wednesday is All-You-Can-Eat Night sponsored by Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grill. Tickets are just $10 and includes admission to the game and all-you-can-eat hamburgers, hot dogs, sausages, pizza, cracker jacks, popcorn, pretzels and chips as well as food from Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grill from 6:00-9:00 p.m. or while supplies last.

Thursday, May 19 vs. Jupiter Hammerheads (Marlins) @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)
Thirsty Thursday
Fans can enjoy $1 beer and soda every Thursday home game.  Beer sales begin at 5:30 p.m. and end at the conclusion of the 7^th inning.

Lakeland Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
The Flying Tigers will be hosting the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours from 5:30-7:30 p.m. sponsored by Lakeland Electric.  There will be great food, drinks and live music along the 1^st base concourse.  For more information please contact the Lakeland Chamber at (863) 688-8551.

Friday, May 20 vs. Jupiter Hammerheads (Marlins) @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Camo T-Shirt Giveaway Sponsored by Team Hammer
The Flying Tigers will be giving away camo t-shirts to the first 350 paid adults ages 15 and older sponsored by Team Hammer.

Royal Rangers Night
Special group ticket packages for Royal Rangers and their families.

Saturday, May 21 vs. Jupiter Hammerheads (Marlins) @ 6:00 p.m. (Gates open at 4:30 p.m.)
Armed Forces Day Celebration
The Flying Tigers will be honoring current and former members of the military for their service to the country. The Polk County Veterans’ Council, along with more than 40 other organizations, will conduct a Salute to Veterans and a Welcome Home to those in our community recently returned from Iraq and Afghanistan.  Activities will begin at 3:00 PM.

Veterans also will receive FREE admission.  Military personnel from the Polk County area who have recently returned from deployment to Iraq and Afghanistan will be honored at the game.  In addition, an enlistment ceremony will induct local recruits into the military.

Fireworks Extravaganza following the game (weather permitting).

Hope Hospice “Night of Hope” Night

Sunday, May 22 vs. Bradenton Marauders (Pirates) @ 1:00 p.m. (Gates open at Noon)
Sunday is Kids Day.  All kids 14 and under will receive free admission to the game.  Kids can play catch on the field beginning at noon (weather permitting).  Kids can also run the bases just like the Flying Tigers following the game (weather permitting).  All fans will receive a voucher for a free sundae compliments of Dairy Queen.

Monday, May 23 vs. Bradenton Marauders (Pirates) @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Monday is $1 hot dog night.  Fans can enjoy $1 hot dogs all night.  Also, check The Ledger for a special two-for-one ticket offer compliments of the Ledger Media Group.

Tuesday, May 24 vs. Bradenton Marauders (Pirates) @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Baseball Wingo Sponsored by Hooters
Fans can play Baseball Bingo during the game for a chance to wings from Hooters and prizes from the Flying Tigers.

Silver Sluggers
Flying Tigers Silver Sluggers Tuesday presented by Humana.  Silver Sluggers members will receive free admission to the game as well as a complimentary soda.  For more
information on the Silver Sluggers program please contact the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075 or visit LakelandFlyingTigers.com.

KRAFT Singles Tuesday Tickets
KRAFT Singles Tuesday Tickets.  Fans receive a special buy one, get one free ticket offer by bringing a KRAFT Singles package wrapper to the ticket office.

Wednesday, May 25 vs. Bradenton Marauders (Pirates) @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Wednesday is All-You-Can-Eat Night sponsored by Oktoberfest German Cafe. Tickets are just $10 and includes admission to the game and all-you-can-eat hamburgers, hot dogs, sausages,
pizza, cracker jacks, popcorn, pretzels and chips as well as food from Oktoberfest from 6:00-9:00 p.m. or while supplies last.

The Flying Tigers are a Class A Affiliate of the Detroit Tigers.  For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com or call (863) 686-8075.

–FLYING TIGERS–

Zach Burek
General Manager
Lakeland Flying Tigers
2125 North Lake Ave.
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-4120
(863) 688-9589 (fax)
www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com
www.DetroitTigers.com

Lakeland Flying Tigers – EVERY GAME IS A MISSION!

Lakeland, FL – Some of the best baseball players in the state of Florida will be in Lakeland May 7-11 as Tigertown hosts the 2011 Florida Community College Activities Association (FCCAA) State Tournament.
The tournament begins at Joker Marchant Stadium on Saturday, May 7 at 10:00 a.m. as Chipola (33-19) takes on Lake-Sumter (26-20).  The action continues at 1:00 p.m. when State College of Florida (33-18) takes on Broward (26-16).  At 4:00 p.m. Santa Fe (35-9-1), currently ranked #1 in the country, battles Northwest Florida State (36-13) ranked #9 in the country.  The last game on day one has Polk State College (40-10-1), currently ranked #2 in the state and #6 in the country taking on Indian River (28-20-1) at 7:00 p.m.

Tickets to the FCCAA tournament will be available as follows:
Tournament Pass – $25
Daily Pass – $10 ($9 for children 14 and under)
Championship Game Ticket Only – $5
Parking is Free

The winner of the tournament will advance to the National Junior College Activities Association (JUCO) 54^th Annual World Series to be held in Grand Junction, Colorado at Suplizio Field May 28-June 4.
The full FCCAA schedule is listed below.  For more information please visit http://www.flccaa.org/fccaa-baseball-tournament.html or contact the Tigers at 863-686-8075.

Saturday, May 7
10:00 a.m.        Chipola vs. Lake-Sumter
1:00 p.m.        Broward vs. State College of Florida
4:00 p.m.        Santa Fe vs. Northwest Florida State
7:00 p.m.        Polk State College vs. Indian River

Sunday, May 8

10:00 a.m.        Game 1 loser vs. Game 2 loser
1:00 p.m.        Game 3 loser vs. Game 4 loser
4:00 p.m.        Game 1 winner vs. Game 2 winner
7:00 p.m.        Game 3 winner vs. Game 4 winner

Monday, May 9

1:00 p.m.        Game 9
4:00 p.m.        Game 10
7:00 p.m.              Game 11

Tuesday, May 10

1:00 p.m.        Game 12
4:00 p.m.        Game 13

Wednesday, May 11

10:00 a.m.             Game 14 (Championship)
1:00 p.m.              Game 15 (If necessary)

Zach Burek
General Manager
Lakeland Flying Tigers
2125 North Lake Ave.
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-4120
(863) 688-9589 (fax)
www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com
www.DetroitTigers.com

Lakeland Flying Tigers – EVERY GAME IS A MISSION!

Lakeland, FL – The Lakeland Flying Tigers return home for a six-game homestand beginning Thursday, April 14 at Joker Marchant Stadium.  Lakeland will host the Daytona Cubs from April 14-16 and the Dunedin Blue Jays from April 17-19.  Tickets for all home games are available by calling the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075.  Box seats are $6 and reserved seats are $5 and seniors 55 and over and children 14 and under receive a $1.00 discount.  Saturday tickets are an additional $1.  Wednesday All-You-Can-Eat tickets are $10.  Parking is FREE.

Thursday, April 14 vs. Daytona Cubs @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)
Chili Throwdown at Tigertown presented by Budweiser to benefit American Red Cross Mid-Florida Region
Chili competition begins at 5:30 pm.  There will be free beer samples courtesy of Budweiser from 5:30-7:00 pm AND $1 beer and soda will be available beginning at 5:30 pm until the end of the 7^th inning.  There will also be live music by “Channel Z” during the Throwdown.
Fire Departments from Lakeland and Polk County will compete for the opportunity to be the Flying Tigers Chili Throwdown Champion.  Fire Departments will be judged in two categories; best chili as voted by the judges and the people’s choice award which will be judged by the fans.  Trophies will be awarded for first, second and third in each category.
Advance tickets to the Chili Throwdown are $10 and include free chili samples, free beer samples, live music and a ticket to the Flying Tigers game. Parking is free.  Proceeds
from the event will benefit the American Red Cross Mid-Florida Region.  To purchase advance tickets, please contact the American Red Cross at (863) 294-5941.  $5 tickets are available         the day of the game but do not include a game ticket.

Friday, April 15 vs. Daytona Cubs @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
45^th Anniversary T-Shirt Giveaway
The Flying Tigers will be giving away 45^th Anniversary T-Shirts to the first 350 paid adults (ages 15 and over) sponsored by __________________.  The t-shirt celebrates Lakeland’s 45 year affiliation with the Detroit Tigers, the longest affiliation in Minor League Baseball.

Agriculture Night
The Flying Tigers will be hosting 4-H and the Future Farmers of America members.  There will be a pre-game on-field parade as well as animals in the concourse.  Part of the proceeds will benefit the local 4-H and Future Farmers of America programs.

Community Relations
The Flying Tigers, the Detroit Tigers Foundation of Florida and Centerplate will be hosting children and families from the Florida Baptist Children’s Homes and Gulf Coast Community Services.  They will receive complimentary tickets and food as well as the opportunity to meet players, Ace and South Paw.

Saturday, April 16 vs. Daytona Cubs @ 6:00 p.m. (Gates open at 4:30 p.m.)
“Pink in the Park 2” Presented by Allen & Company
The Flying Tigers are going “pink” to support the Mary Kay Foundation.  The Mary Kay Foundation proudly supports research dedicated to finding cures for cancers that affect women and programs committed to ending domestic violence.  Flying Tiger players and
coaches will be wearing pink jerseys during the game which will be raffled off after the game.  Raffle tickets are available for purchase for $75 for the chance to pick what player’s signed jersey you want.
Pre-game cancer survivor parade.
Pre-game pink Cadillac parade.

Fireworks Extravaganza following the Game (weather permitting).

Sunday, April 17 vs. Dunedin Blue Jays @ 1:00 p.m. (Gates open at noon)
Sponsored by the Tobacco Free Partnership of Polk County

Sunday is Kids Day.  All kids 14 and under will receive free admission to the game.  Kids can play catch on the field beginning at noon (weather permitting).  Kids can also run the bases just like the Flying Tigers following the game (weather permitting).  All fans will receive a voucher for a free sundae compliments of Dairy Queen.

Monday, April 18 vs. Dunedin Blue Jays @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Monday is $1 hot dog night.  Fans can enjoy $1 hot dogs all night.  Also, check The Ledger for a special two-for-one ticket offer compliments of the Ledger Media Group.

Tuesday, April 19 vs. Dunedin Blue Jays @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Baseball Wingo Sponsored by Natalie’s Sports Bar & Grill
Fans can play Baseball Bingo during the game for a chance to wings from Natalie’s Sports Bar & Grill and prizes from the Flying Tigers.

Silver Sluggers
Flying Tigers Silver Sluggers Tuesday presented by Humana.  Silver Sluggers members will receive free admission to the game as well as a complimentary soda.  For more
information on the Silver Sluggers program please contact the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075 or visit LakelandFlyingTigers.com.

KRAFT Singles Tuesday Tickets
KRAFT Singles Tuesday Tickets.  Fans receive a special buy one, get one free ticket offer by bringing a KRAFT Singles package wrapper to the ticket office.

The Flying Tigers are a Class A Affiliate of the Detroit Tigers.  For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com or call (863) 686-8075.

–FLYING TIGERS–

Zach Burek
General Manager
Lakeland Flying Tigers
2125 North Lake Ave.
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-4120
(863) 688-9589 (fax)
www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com
www.DetroitTigers.com

Lakeland Flying Tigers – EVERY GAME IS A MISSION!

Lakeland, FL – The Lakeland Flying Tigers return home on Saturday, April 9 at Joker Marchant Stadium to take on the Tampa Yankees at 6:00 p.m.  Gates will open at 4:30 p.m.    Tickets for all home games are available by calling the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075.  Box seats are $7 and reserved seats are $6 and seniors 55 and over and children 14 and under receive a $1.00 discount.  Parking is FREE.
Following the game will be the first fireworks show of the season.  The game is also a fund-raiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters.  Part of the proceeds from advance ticket sales will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters.
For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com or call (863) 686-8075.

–FLYING TIGERS–

Zach Burek
General Manager
Lakeland Flying Tigers
2125 North Lake Ave.
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-4120
(863) 688-9589 (fax)
www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com
www.DetroitTigers.com

Lakeland Flying Tigers – EVERY GAME IS A MISSION!

Lakeland, FL – The Flying Tigers annual Tiger Trot 5K will take place on Saturday, April 2 at Joker Marchant Stadium.  The race will begin at 8:00 am with registration beginning at 7:00 am.
Trophies will be awarded to the Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female as well as age group winners.  5K entry fee is $25 and includes race t-shirt (while supplies last) and refreshments following the race.  The Tiger Trot benefits the Detroit Tigers Foundation of Florida which supports local youth sports organizations and local charities.
For more information, please contact the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075 or visit www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com.  The Flying Tigers season opener will be on Thursday, April 7th at 7:00 pm vs. the Tampa Yankees sponsored by Chick-fil-A.  Don’t miss a night of fun highlighted by the Taste of Lakeland, magnet schedule giveaway and $1 beverages.  Tickets start as low as $5 with free parking.
–FLYING TIGERS–

Zach Burek
General Manager
Lakeland Flying Tigers
2125 North Lake Ave.
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-4120
(863) 688-9589 (fax)
www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com
www.DetroitTigers.com

Lakeland, FL – The Lakeland Flying Tigers have announced their 2011 Opening Day roster.  It will feature eight top ten draft picks and eleven players who appeared in games for the Flying Tigers in 2010.  The roster includes 13 pitchers (1 on disabled list), 2 catchers, 7 infielders and 4 outfielders.
Several players spent most of last season in Lakeland including Daniel Fields, Jordan Lennerton, Gustavo Nunez and Brent Wyatt.  Fields, a sixth round draft pick in 2009, made his professional debut last season with the Flying Tigers at the age of 19.  He was tabbed Lakeland’s Player of the Year last season and was named the fifth-best prospect and best athlete in the Tigers organization following the season by Baseball America.  Jordan Lennerton had a solid second-half to the season following his promotion from West Michigan.  Lennerton garnered Florida State League (FSL) TOPPS Player of the Month and Tigers Minor League Player of the Month honors for August after hitting .367 with 10 doubles, seven home runs and 20 RBI in 29 games.  He also was honored as Player of the Week by the Midwest League (May 24-30) and Florida State League (August 16-22).  Gustavo Nunez returns to the Flying Tigers after leading the team in games played (128), runs scored (66), hits (116), triples (6) and stolen bases (33).  Nunez was a Florida State League mid-season all-star selection.  Nunez was tabbed the best defensive shortstop in the FSL by Baseball America.  Brent Wyatt was second on the team last season in games played (109), runs scored (50), hits (96) and stolen bases (16).  He was tied for the team lead with 18 doubles.  Wyatt topped all FSL outfielders with 20 assists and was named the FSL Player of the Week for May 17-23.
Starting Pitcher Drew Smyly will make his professional debut with Lakeland.  Smyly was selected by the Tigers in the second round of the June 2010 draft.  He was named the eighth-best prospect in the Tigers organization following the season by Baseball America. Smyly was tabbed a Second-Team All-Southeastern Conference selection as a sophomore at the University of Arkansas after posting a 9-1 record, 2.80 ERA and 114 strikeouts in 18 outings (14 starts).  Cole Nelson will begin his first full professional season with Lakeland.  He was selected by the Tigers in the 10^th round of last year’s draft out of Auburn University.  In twelve innings pitched last season for Lakeland, he allowed only one hit including 7 no-hit innings against Dunedin on September 1.  Trevor Feeney was West Michigan’s Pitcher of the Year in 2010.  He led the Midwest League with 29 games started, 184.2 innings pitched, while he tied for the lead with 12 wins.
Avisail Garcia spent the entire 2010 season at West Michigan as an 18 year old outfielder.  He was named the ninth-best prospect in the Tigers organization following the season by Baseball America.  Third Baseman, Wade Gaynor, was named West Michigan’s Player of the Year in 2010.  He was second in the Midwest League with 91 runs scored, while he tied for fifth with 39 doubles and 80 RBI.  Second Baseman Corey Jones was rated as having the fourth-best pro debut among college players selected in the 2010 draft by Baseball America.  Jones, selected by the Tigers in the seventh round, batted .360 in 189 at-bats for West Michigan.
There will also be a special family connection to the team as two brothers will be on the team.  Catcher Eric Roof and infielder Shawn Roof will begin the season together in Lakeland.  Their father Gene Roof begins his 26^th season in the Tigers organization as the Minor League Outfield/Baserunning Coordinator.  Gene is one of five Roof brothers to play professional baseball.  Gene’s youngest son, Jonathan, signed with the Texas Rangers after being selected in the eighth round of the 2010 June draft.
Dave Huppert takes over as manager of the Flying Tigers after Andy Barkett managed the club for three seasons.  Prior to joining the Tigers organization, Huppert managed 23 seasons at the minor league level with the Brewers, White Sox, Marlins, Expos and most recently with the Phillies.  Joe Coleman (pitching coach) and Larry Herndon (hitting coach) return for the upcoming season.  Corey Tremble will be the team’s trainer.
Fans can get their first look at the 2011 Flying Tigers on Wednesday, April 6 when Joker Marchant Stadium hosts an exhibition game against Southeatern University.  Tickets are only $2 for the 7-inning game that will start at 6:00 pm.  The Flying Tigers open the FSL season at home on Thursday, April 7 against the two-time defending champion Tampa Yankees.  First pitch is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. and gates to Marchant Stadium will open at 5:30 p.m.  The Flying Tigers will be hosting their annual Taste of Lakeland beginning at 5:30 p.m.  Area restaurants will serve up delicious food samples, Budweiser will be providing beer samples and there will be live music.  The first 1,500 fans that enter the ballpark will receive a free 2011 Flying Tigers magnet schedule sponsored by the Lakeland Hotel & Conference Center.  It’s also Chick-fil-A Night and $1 beverage night.  Look for special promotions, contests and giveaways throughout the game from Chick-fil-A and fans can enjoy $1 beer and soda every Thursday home game
Tickets for the 2011 season start as low as $5 and are available by calling the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075 or visit the online home of the Flying Tigers at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com.

–FLYING TIGERS–

Zach Burek
General Manager
Lakeland Flying Tigers
2125 North Lake Ave.
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-4120
(863) 688-9589 (fax)
www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com
www.DetroitTigers.com

Lakeland Flying Tigers – EVERY GAME IS A MISSION!

Lakeland, FL – The Lakeland Flying Tigers kick off the 2011 season at Joker Marchant Stadium on Wednesday, April 6 with an exhibition game against Southeastern University.   First pitch is scheduled for 6:00 pm for the 7-inning contest.  Gates to Joker Marchant Stadium will open at 5:00 pm.  This is the second consecutive season the Fire and Flying Tigers have squared off and third time overall.
All tickets are only $2.00 and benefit the Detroit Tigers Foundation of Florida. Parking is free.  2011 marks the 45^th season Lakeland has been a Detroit Tigers affiliate, the longest affiliation in Minor League Baseball.   This is also the 61^st season Lakeland has been a member of the Florida State League (FSL).
The Flying Tigers open the FSL season at home on Thursday, April 7 against the two-time defending champion Tampa Yankees.  First pitch is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. and gates to Marhant Stadium will open at 5:30 p.m.  The Flying Tigers will be hosting their annual Taste of Lakeland beginning at 5:30 p.m.  Area restaurants will serve up delicious food samples, Budweiser will be providing beer samples and there will be live music.  The first 1,500 fans that enter the ballpark will receive a free 2011 Flying Tigers magnet schedule sponsored by the Lakeland Hotel & Conference Center.  It’s also Chick-fil-A Night and $1 beverage night.  Look for special promotions, contests and giveaways throughout the game from Chick-fil-A and fans can enjoy $1 beer and soda every Thursday home game
Tickets for opening day and all home games are available by calling the Tigers at (863) 686-8075.  Box seats are $6 and reserved seats are $5 and seniors 55 and over and children 14 and under receive a $1.00 discount.  Parking is free.  For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com.

–FLYING TIGERS–

Zach Burek
General Manager
Lakeland Flying Tigers
2125 North Lake Ave.
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-4120
(863) 688-9589 (fax)
www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com
www.DetroitTigers.com

Lakeland Flying Tigers – EVERY GAME IS A MISSION!

Lakeland, FL – The Lakeland Flying Tigers 2011 season kicks off on Thursday, April 7 at Joker Marchant Stadium when the team hosts the two-time defending Florida State League (FSL) Champion Tampa Yankees sponsored by Chick-fil-A.  Game time is scheduled for 7:00 pm and the gates to Joker Marchant Stadium will open at 5:30 pm. 2011 marks the 45^th season Lakeland has been a Detroit Tigers affiliate, the longest affiliation in Minor League Baseball.   This is also the 61^st season Lakeland has been a member of the FSL.

Tickets for opening day and all home games are available by calling the Tigers at (863) 686-8075.  Box seats are $6 and reserved seats are $5 and seniors 55 and over and children 14 and under receive a $1.00 discount.  Parking is free.  For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com

Taste of Lakeland
The Flying Tigers will be hosting their annual Taste of Lakeland.  Area restaurants will serve up delicious food samples from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. or while supplies last.  Budweiser will be providing beer samples and there will be live music.

Tickets to the Taste of Lakeland are only $10 (must be purchased in advance of the game) and include free food samples, free beer samples, live music and a ticket to the Flying Tigers game. Parking is free.  Tickets can be purchased in advance through the Florida Restaurant Association by contacting Dannette Lynch at (727) 642-3404 or dannette@FRLA.org.  $5 tickets are
available the day of the game but do not include a game ticket.   Proceeds from the event will benefit the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association.  Confirmed restaurants include Texas Cattle Company, Hooters, Outback Steakhouse and Bob Evans.

Chick-fil-A Night
Look for special promotions, contests and giveaways throughout the game from Chick-fil-A.

Magnet Schedule Giveaway
The first 1,500 fans that enter the ballpark will receive a free 2011 Flying Tigers magnet schedule sponsored by the Lakeland Hotel & Conference Center.

Thirsty Thursday
Fans can enjoy $1 beer and soda every Thursday home game.  Beer sales begin at 5:30 p.m. and end at the conclusion of the 7^th inning.

–FLYING TIGERS–

Zach Burek
General Manager
Lakeland Flying Tigers
2125 North Lake Ave.
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-4120
(863) 688-9589 (fax)
www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com
www.DetroitTigers.com

Lakeland Flying Tigers – EVERY GAME IS A MISSION!