Six Hall of Famers, 30 Former Major Leaguers to Hit the Field at Hall of Fame Classic, May 24 in Cooperstown -- New Roster of Recently Retired Stars to Join Hall of Famers Alomar, Dawson, Fingers, Murray, Niekro and Smith in Memorial Day Weekend Salute -- This Memorial Day Weekend, join us in Cooperstown for the 2014 Hall of Fame Classic, presented by Ford Motor Company, and relive the memories and moments of the game you love. The weekend features a full line-up of family entertainment designed to celebrate the timeless connection of baseball across generations. MANAGERS, COACHES AND ROSTER Hall of Fame Members Roberto Alomar, Andre Dawson, Rollie Fingers, Eddie Murray, Phil Niekro and Ozzie Smith will serve as managers and coaches for the sixth annual Hall of Fame Classic on Saturday, May 24 at Doubleday Field, with a roster of recently retired players representing the 30 Major League Baseball teams highlighting a new format change to this popular spring family event in Cooperstown. Game rosters are expected to feature a representation from each of the 30 major league teams. To date, the lineup for the 2014 Hall of Fame Classic features players who represent two Most Valuable Player Awards, three World Series MVPs, two All-Star Game MVPs, a combined 56 All-Star Game selections, 18 Gold Glove Awards, and a member of the 600 Home Run Club. Players scheduled to participate in the Classic as of April 1 include: Vinny Castilla (Rockies) Scott Hatteberg (A’s) Aaron Rowand (White Sox) Brady Clark (Brewers) Livan Hernandez (Nationals) Kirk Rueter (Giants) Jeff Conine (Marlins) Todd Jones (Tigers) Reggie Sanders (Reds) Adam Everett (Astros) Brad Lidge (Phillies) Mike Sweeney (Royals) David Eckstein (Angels) Hideki Matsui (Yankees) Jim Thome (Indians) Steve Garvey (Dodgers) Carl Pavano (Twins) Dan Wheeler (Rays) Alex Gonzalez (Blue Jays) Kerry Robinson (Cardinals) Jack Wilson (Pirates) Luis Gonzalez (D’Backs) Ivan Rodriguez (Rangers) Roster additions will be announced throughout the spring. EVENT SCHEDULE Cooperstown Game Day Parade | 12 noon Home Run Derby | 1 p.m. First pitch of the Classic | 2:05 p.m. For a full line-up of events and Classic Weekend activities click here. TICKETS AND TICKET PACKAGES ARE AVAILABLE NOW Tickets for the Hall of Fame Classic are $12.50 for first and third base seats and $11 for general admission outfield seats. Tickets are currently available via phone or online. Two ticket packages for the Hall of Fame Classic and Night at the Museum are now available, but limited in quantity: Classic Connection will feature Hall of Fame Classic ticket and a one-day Museum admission pass for just $12.50, a savings of $19.50 off the regular rate. Legendary Twinbill features a Hall of Fame Classic ticket, a one-day Museum admission pass and a ticket to A Night at the Museum for $50. Call 877.726.9028 or Order Online baseballhall.org
Posted on: Thu, 03 Apr 2014 22:03:25 +0000
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