FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HOMESTAND HIGHLIGHTS (Monday, July 24—Sunday, July 30) Star Wars Night, Ozzie Smith Bud Bash & Mizzou Night Highlight Ninth Homestand at Busch ST. LOUIS, Mo., July 24, 2017 – The Cardinals return to Busch Stadium for the first time since the MLB All-Star break. The seven-game homestand begins with a three-game series against the Colorado Rockies (July 24-26) and concludes with four games versus the Arizona Diamondback (July 27-30). The ninth homestand of the year is highlighted by six theme nights, a 1919 replica Cardinals jersey giveaway and the 27th annual Christian Day at the Ballpark. Monday, July 24, 2017 — Cardinals vs. Colorado Rockies (7:05 p.m.) ESPN Monday Night Baseball National Broadcast Gates open at 5:35 p.m. • Soccer Theme Night: The Cardinals invite soccer fans of all ages to join us for Soccer Night at the ballpark presented by Barrister’s in Clayton. Fans who purchase this special theme night ticket will receive an exclusive St. Louis Cardinals soccer jersey. Come early for pregame festivities including St. Louis FC, the St. Louis Ambush and an interactive kicking station. Fans must present the voucher in order to receive this promotional item. For more info, or to purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/theme (#CardsTheme). • Battle at Busch: 105.7 The Point and the Cardinals welcome back the Battle at Busch concert series. The 2017 schedule features 18 local bands over the course of six nights, at six different Cardinals home games in Ford Plaza. Tonight’s battle features Thieves to Kings and The Volunteers. Gate 6 will open at 5:15 p.m. for the event. Performances begin at 5:15 p.m. 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 four scoring bands of the summer will be invited back to play on September 26 in the Battle at Busch finals for the grand prize package. Tickets are available for $10.57 to each Battle at Busch game by going to cardinals.com/battleatbusch. • Art of Baseball Culmination: As part of an eight-session Art of Baseball program between Cardinals Care and Springboard to Learning that integrates art, math and technology into an exploration of everything baseball, fourth and fifth-grade students from five local elementary schools in St. Louis City and Hazelwood will present infographics that display their research on a specific area of Major League Baseball data from 5:45-7:15 in the Cunningham Corner. The presentation is open to the public. • MLBPAA Auction: The Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association will conduct a baseball-themed silent auction by Gate 1 (Section 137) and Gate 3 from the time gates open through the fifth 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. Tuesday, July 25, 2017 — Cardinals vs. Colorado Rockies (7:15 p.m.) MLB Network Tuesday Night Showcase National Broadcast Gates open at 5:45 p.m. • Ozzie Smith Budweiser Bash Theme Night: Fans who purchase this special Bud Bash theme ticket receive a voucher for a limited edition Ozzie Smith mini bobblehead as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the 1987 National League Championship team. VIP ticket-holders will also have access to a pregame autograph session with The Wizard. Fans must present the voucher in order to receive this promotional item. For more info, or to purchase general tickets, visit cardinals.com/theme (#BudBash) (#CardsTheme). • Christmas in July Theme Night: Whether you’ve been naughty or nice, the Cardinals invite all fans to join them for Christmas in July at Busch Stadium. Fans who purchase the special theme ticket will receive an exclusive Cardinals Nutcracker. Santa Fredbird and characters from the Historic St. Charles Christmas Traditions Festival will be on hand for photos in Riverview Corner before the game. Fans must present the voucher in order to receive this promotional item. For more information, visit cardinals.com/christmas (#CardsTheme). • Wainwright’s Winners: Adam Wainwright will host a group from Basket of Hope for tonight’s game as part of his Wainwright’s Winners player ticket program. Prior to the game, the group will get to watch batting practice from the field and meet with Adam in the dugout to take pictures and ask questions. • Pregame Poms/Cheer/Dance Performances: Prior to the game, groups from Code Red Dance, Granite City High School Cheer and Natural All Stars Impact Cheer will perform in the Ford Plaza beginning around 5:45 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 to obtain specialty Cardinals items while helping support the programs that Cardinals Care provides to youth in the community. Auction tables will be located by Gate 1 (Section 137), Gate 3, inside the Cardinals Club, UMB Champions Club and Redbird Club. Wednesday, July 26, 2017 — Cardinals vs. Colorado Rockies (7:15 p.m.) Gates open at 5:45 p.m. • Star Wars Theme Night: Join us for Star Wars Night at the ballpark where Busch Stadium will be transformed with Star Wars-themed sights and sounds. Fans who purchase the special theme ticket will receive a one-of-a- kind Star Wars-themed Cardinals t-shirt. Star Wars characters will be roaming throughout the ballpark for photo opportunities as well! Fans must present the voucher in order to receive this promotional item. For more information, visit cardinals.com/starwars (#CardsTheme). • Fowler’s Friends: Dexter Fowler will host a group from It Takes A Village for today’s game as part of his Fowler’s Friends player ticket program. Prior to the game, the group will get to watch batting practice from the field and meet with Dexter in the dugout to take pictures and ask questions. • Boots at Busch: 93.7 The Bull and the Cardinals are teaming up to present the first season of Boots at Busch—a series of home games featuring live country music in a “battle of the bands” format. The 2017 schedule features 9 local country acts/bands over the course of three different Cardinals home games in Ford Plaza. Tonight’s battle features Biscuits & Gravy, Blacktop Boulevard and Haley Jarrells & Breaking Ground. Gate 6 will open at 5:15 p.m. for the event. Performances begin at 5:35 p.m. with each act given 20 minutes to perform. A winning act will be selected each night and will receive a prize package from 93.7 The Bull and the Cardinals. Tickets are available for $9.37 to each Boots at Busch game by going to cardinals.com/bootsatbusch. • MLBPAA Auction: The Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association will conduct a baseball-themed silent auction by Gate 1 (Section 137) and Gate 3 from the time gates open through the fifth 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. Thursday, July 27, 2017 — Cardinals vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (6:15 p.m.) Gates open at 4:45 p.m. • Charlie Brown and Peanuts 50th Anniversary Theme Night: 2017 is the 50th Anniversary of You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown! Join us at the ballpark to celebrate the birthday of your favorite Peanuts character on Charlie Brown Night. Fans who purchase the special theme ticket will receive an exclusive Cardinals-themed Charlie Brown bobblehead. Fans must present the voucher in order to receive this promotional item. For more info, or to purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/theme. (#CardsTheme) • Piscotty’s Pals: Stephen Piscotty will host a group from Warren County Handicapped Services, Inc. for today’s game as part of his Piscotty’s Pals player ticket program. Prior to the game, the group will get to watch batting practice from the field and meet with Stephen in the dugout to take pictures and ask questions. • MLBPAA Auction: The Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association will conduct a baseball-themed silent auction by Gate 1 (Section 137) and Gate 3 from the time gates open through the fifth 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, July 28, 2017 — Cardinals vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (7:15 p.m.) Gates open at 5:15 p.m. • Replica 1967 World Series Championship Trophy Promotional Giveaway: 30,000 ticketed fans, ages 16 and older, will receive a 6.5 inch tall replica of the 1967 World Series trophy as we continue our celebration of the 50th anniversary of the 1967 World Series Champion Cardinals team. (#CardsPromo) • Mizzou Theme Night: The St. Louis Cardinals invite all Missouri Tigers fans and their families to enjoy Mizzou Night at the ballpark. Fans who purchase the special theme night ticket receive a specially designed Mizzou- themed Cardinals hat. The Mizzou Golden Girls, Truman the Tiger, the Mizzou Band and other special guests will take part in a pre-game Pep Rally in Riverview Corner before the game as well. For more info, or to purchase tickets, visit cardinals.com/mizzou. (#CardsTheme) • Academy Sports + Outdoors Autograph Night: Get free autographs from current and former Cardinals players, courtesy of Academy Sports + Outdoors. Two current Cardinals players (TBD) will sign 100 autographs inside Ford Plaza for fans ages 15 and younger from 5:45-6:15.