Wild Things to Host Dingers Only Night With Pat McAfee
WASHINGTON, Pa. (Feb. 21) - What's up cuzzos?! The Washington Wild Things have announced plans for "Dingers Only Night with Pat McAfee", presented by Venture Energy Solutions, to be held Thursday, June 21, 2018 at Wild Things Park. Following back-and-forth between the Wild Things front office and the Barstool Heartland crew, including McAfee, the sides have come to an agreement, and it is now official. When the Wild Things play the Traverse City Beach Bums June 21, the Plum Borough, Pennsylvania, native, and former West Virginia University and Indianapolis Colts star will be in the starting lineup, playing right field for Washington, before batting and coaching first base for the team, in his professional baseball debut.
On top of it, Thursdays, including this one, will be "Thirst-tee Thursdays," with fans receiving a free t-shirt, courtesy of Mylan, as well as fans 21 and older being able to purchase $1 pints, presented by Stoney's Beer.
"I'm very grateful that the Washington Wild Things are willing to have a great time with some promotion, while raising money for an incredible cause," said McAfee. "$1 pints, a free t-shirt and a chance that I die from getting hit by a pitch from a professional pitcher is quite a recipe for an incredible time. June 21 is shaping up to be quite a majestic Thursday night in beautiful Washington, Pennsylvania. Cheers."
Half of all proceeds on "Dingers Only Night," will go directly to benefit the "It's About the Warrior Foundation." The It's About the Warrior Foundation is a post-9/11 veterans organization that assists and empowers all tri-state area post-9/11 veterans and their families with its various programs.
Venture Energy Solutions has worked with the Wild Things before, and is excited to do so again for this event, as the presenting sponsor.
"It has been our pleasure to work with the Wild Things in the past for Military Appreciation Night to honor the military and its members' many sacrifices," said Corey Roslonski of Venture Energy Solutions. "From the very first Wild Things game to the upcoming 2018 season, we are amazed at what the organization has been able to accomplish."
The plans were revealed on Barstool Radio by McAfee Tuesday, and they quickly took Twitter by storm, with the team running a social media contest for tickets, beer vouchers and McAfee autographed baseballs, which, as of this release, has been re-tweeted more than 1,600 times. The original announcement by the Wild Things on Twitter including a set of guarantees, including the details on what McAfee would be doing, and the confirmation of former Steelers safety Troy Polamalu not being in "any C-Gap," a situation made viral by McAfee in an online video, has more than 500 retweets and more than 2,400 likes.
Washington front office personnel anticipate it being a big night, and are excited for the promotion.
"We appreciate Pat taking time out of his busy schedule to join us and embark on his professional baseball career. Being centrally located between Pittsburgh and Morgantown, we anticipate Stoolies from all over to come out for Dingers Only Night with Pat," said assistant general manager Tony Buccilli. "Thanks again to It’s About the Warrior and our sponsors for making this event possible. June 21 will be a night to remember!”
TICKETS ON SALE NOW:
The Wild Things have decided to put a limited number of tickets on sale now, more than a month before individual tickets go on sale, for this game only. To order tickets for "Dingers Only Night" with Pat McAfee, you must call 724-250-9555, while tickets last. Prices range from $12 to $15, and are for the seats closest to right field, where McAfee will start.
MEDIA REQUESTS FOR THE GAME:
Any requests for credentials, media access to the Wild Things game that night, or for information regarding the event, should be directed to the Kyle Dawson, whose contact information is below. As of now, any requests for Pat directly should go through Barstool Sports and the Heartland group.
About Venture Energy Solutions:
The area's premier land-service company, helping landowners make the most informed decision with their land and mineral rights. Call (800) 460-5968 or email [email protected] for a free consultation. Visit their website at http://ventureenergysolutions.com/
About the Washington Wild Things:
The Washington Wild Things are a professional baseball team in the Frontier League that plays in Washington, PA. The Wild Things open the season May 11 at Evansville, with the 2018 home opener scheduled for Tuesday, May 15. Season ticket packages, with new benefits, are available, as well as other promotions going on throughout the offseason. Call the box office at 724-250-9555 for inquiries and purchases.
Media Contact:
Kyle Dawson
Director of Broadcasting and Media Relations
Phone: 724-579-1084
Email address: [email protected]
