FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HOMESTAND HIGHLIGHTS (Tuesday, August 14 - Thursday, August 23, 2012) Social Media Night and Battle at Busch Highlight the Ninth Homestand of 2012 ST. LOUIS – August 14, 2012 - Following this season’s shortest road trip, the Cardinals are back in town for one of this year’s longest homestands. The team will play three-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks, Pittsburgh Pirates and Houston Astros, while fans can take in Social Media Night, the Cardinals Wives Baseball Grab Bag Auction and two Battles at Busch. Tuesday, August 14, 2012 — Cardinals vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (7:15 p.m.) Cardinals Care Stadium Auction: Fans have the unique opportunity to bid on exclusive autographed Cardinals memorabilia at the game. The auction is a great way for fans and collectors alike to obtain specialty Cardinals items while helping support the programs that Cardinals Care provides to youth in the community. The auction tables will be located at Gate 3, on the first baseline concourse, Cardinals Club, Redbird Club and in section 452 of the Terrace level. Wednesday, August 15, 2012 — Cardinals vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (7:15 p.m.) Social Media Night at Busch: The St. Louis Cardinals and Budweiser Present Social Media Night at Busch Stadium. For just $20 fans receive a Left Field Porch Ticket, $5 in Cards Cash, access to a pre-game program featuring current Cardinals Jason Motte, Matt Carpenter and Joe Kelly, as well as giveaways and prizes. Fans of all ages will enjoy the opportunity to interact with their favorite tweeting players (#CardsSocial) at 5:30 pm in the Budweiser Bowtie Bar. To purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/socialmedianight. Cardinals Wives Baseball Auction: The St. Louis Cardinals Wives will be selling "baseball grab bags" to fans with all proceeds benefiting Lydia’s House. For $50, fans can choose an anonymously-packaged brown paper bag which contains 1 autographed baseball and a card that identifies the signature. There are more than 360 grab bags to choose from with autographs from each current Cardinals player and manager Mike Matheny. Wives and volunteers from Lydia’s House will have five stations set up around the stadium, including Ford Plaza, Gate 1, Cardinals Club, Redbird Club and on the 400 level. Lydia’s House is a nonprofit organization which provides transitional and affordable housing and services to women and children escaping domestic violence. MLBPAA Auction: The Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association will conduct a baseball-themed silent auction inside Gate 3 from the time gates open through the seventh inning. All proceeds will benefit Cardinals Care and the Players Alumni Association, a non-profit group that strives to preserve the game of baseball while supporting a variety of charities. – more – Thursday, August 16, 2012 — Cardinals vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (7:15 p.m.) Battle at Busch: Busch Stadium is proud to host the Battle at Busch in conjunction with Mozingo Music and 105.7 The Point. The 2012 schedule features 15 local bands over the course of five nights, at five different Cardinals’ home games out in Ford Plaza. Tonight’s battle features Unconscious Knowledge, The Scandaleros, and Lori's Puppets. Bands begin performing 20 minutes after the gates open with each act given 20 minutes to perform. Each band will be judged on a point system by Mozingo Music and 105.7 The Point. The top three scoring bands of the summer will be invited back to play on October 2nd in the “Battle At Busch” finals for the grand prize package consisting of a $1,057 store credit to Mozingo Music, an in-studio interview on 105.7 The Point, and the special opportunity to take the field before a Cardinals home game for a ceremony and the opportunity to throw out an honorary pitch. Marine Corps Induction Ceremony: There will be a special United States Marines Corps new recruit induction ceremony on the field as the U.S Marine Color Guard will present the colors pre-game. MLBPAA Auction: The Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association will conduct a baseball-themed silent auction inside Gate 3 from the time gates open through the seventh inning. All proceeds will benefit Cardinals Care and the Players Alumni Association, a non-profit group that strives to preserve the game of baseball while supporting a variety of charities. Friday, August 17, 2012 — Cardinals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (7:15 p.m.) 2012 Team Banner Day: The first 25,000 ticketed-fans will receive a 2’ x 6’ hanging banner featuring all the favorite 2012 Cardinals players, courtesy of Coke Zero and Walmart. Busch Bash Friday: Enjoy live music, prizes and autographs in the Ford Plaza from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The first 200 fans to line up at the Busch Bash entrance (Gate 5), starting at 4:45 p.m., will be given guaranteed autograph line tickets for Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith. Only fans with autograph tickets will receive an autograph. Busch Bash Fridays are sponsored by Busch Beer. – more – Cardinals Care Stadium Auction: Fans have the unique opportunity to bid on exclusive autographed Cardinals memorabilia at the game. The auction is a great way for fans and collectors alike to obtain specialty Cardinals items while helping support the programs that Cardinals Care provides to youth in the community. The auction tables will be located at Gate 3, on the first baseline concourse, Cardinals Club, Redbird Club and in section 452 of the Terrace level. Beer Tasting at Busch: Back by popular demand, the Cardinals are offering a 2nd Beer Tasting at Busch Stadium. For $30 fans receive a ticket to the game, plus access to a pre-game beer tasting where fans may sample six different Anheuser-Busch beers. The event begins when gates open at 5:15 p.m. just outside the UMB Champions Club. Fans must be 21 or older to participate and must drink responsibly. A limited number of tickets still remain, so don’t delay. To purchase tickets, or for more information, visit cardinals.com/beertasting. Saturday, August 18, 2012 — Cardinals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (3:05 p.m.) Game Time change: The game has moved from 6:15 p.m. to 3:05 p.m. to accommodate the national FOX broadcast. Creve Coeur Camera Photo Day: Fans are invited to gather on the field to get up-close and personal pictures of their favorite players and Fredbird, courtesy of Creve Coeur Camera. Field access is on a first-come, first-serve basis and the event is weather permitting. MLBPAA Auction: The Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association will conduct a baseball-themed silent auction inside Gate 3 from the time gates open through the seventh inning. All proceeds will benefit Cardinals Care and the Players Alumni Association, a non-profit group that strives to preserve the game of baseball while supporting a variety of charities. Sunday, August 19, 2012 — Cardinals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (1:15 p.m.) North Star Ice Cream Sunday: All fans can visit the Ford Plaza during pregame for free frozen treats (while supplies last) sponsored by North Star. Bring the entire family to the plaza as there will be music, games, prizes and plenty of fun in addition to the delicious frozen desserts. MLBPAA Auction: The Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association will conduct a baseball-themed silent auction inside Gate 3 from the time gates open through the seventh inning. All proceeds will benefit Cardinals Care and the Players Alumni Association, a non-profit group that strives to preserve the game of baseball while supporting a variety of charities. Monday, August 20, 2012— Scheduled Day Off – more – Tuesday, August 21, 2012 — Cardinals vs. Houston Astros (7:15 p.m.) Cardinals Care Stadium Auction: Fans have the unique opportunity to bid on exclusive autographed Cardinals memorabilia at the game. The auction is a great way for fans and collectors alike to obtain specialty Cardinals items while helping support the programs that Cardinals Care provides to youth in the community. The auction tables will be located at Gate 3, on the first baseline concourse, Cardinals Club, Redbird Club and in section 452 of the Terrace level. Wednesday, August 22, 2012 — Cardinals vs. Houston Astros (7:15 p.m.) Ice Mountain Autograph Night: Fans, ages 20 and under, can get autographs from current players before the game from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. From 6:30 p.m. to 7:15, all fans can get autographs from Cardinals alumni. Battle at Busch: Busch Stadium is proud to host the Battle at Busch in conjunction with Mozingo Music and 105.7 The Point. The 2012 schedule features 15 local bands over the course of five nights, at five different Cardinals’ home games out in Ford Plaza. Tonight’s battle features The Cardboard Room, Mary and the Giant and Kody Blaine. Bands begin performing 20 minutes after the gates open with each act given 20 minutes to perform. Each band will be judged on a point system by Mozingo Music and 105.7 The Point. The top three scoring bands of the summer will be invited back to play on October 2nd in the “Battle At Busch” finals for the grand prize package consisting of a $1,057 store credit to Mozingo Music, an in-studio interview on 105.7 The Point, and the special opportunity to take the field before a Cardinals home game for a ceremony and the opportunity to throw out an honorary pitch. Thursday, August 23, 2012 — Cardinals vs. Houston Astros (12:45 p.m.) Charity Haircuts in the Plaza sponsored by Great Clips: During the game, fans can root on their team and shape up their roots with a visit to Ford Plaza for Great Clips’ Charity Haircuts.