Are You the Biggest New York Yankees Fan in the World?

Wix.com wants to know who the biggest fan of the New York Yankees is in the world. Is it you? Are you willing to make a video professing your fandom and passion for the team in order to be crowned the biggest Yankee fan inside Yankee Stadium next month when the team plays host to the Los Angeles Dodgers? Keep reading.

Here is how you enter the contest:

Make and post a video showing how you are the biggest Yankees fan.

Upload the video to Wix’s Facebook Page and comment on the contest post.

Include the hashtag #BiggestYankeesFan

The deadline to do this is 11:59 pm ET on Monday, September 5^th. If you want to include a Greedy Pinstripes reference in your video we wouldn’t be mad. Just as long as you win. Enter, it should be fun!

Winner will be announced on Wednesday, September 7^th and will be honored on Tuesday, September 13^th in the Bronx when the Yankees play host to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

For more information visit wix.com/Yankees. Good luck all!

4 Line Faithful $100 Giveaway!!!

That’s right, 4 Line Faithful is giving away $100 in store credit and you don’t have to buy anything to be entered. Before we get too involved in this I will start by saying that I get nothing if you enter, not even an additional entry or anything myself, but I did want to bring it to you anyway because who doesn’t want to win $100 bucks? I signed up to 4 Line Faithful before partnering with Breaking T because they make some pretty damn awesome t-shirts for a reasonable price so when I checked my email and saw the subject I had to check it out and bring it to you guys as well.

All you have to do to enter is to click THIS link by August 22^nd. 

And Our Leap Year Giveaway Winner Is.....

And the Leap Year giveaway winner is....Benny Tomko!

Benny wins a special collectors edition of the Saturday Evening Post! Enjoy Baseball: The Glory Years and thank you for being a Greedy Pinstripes reader and fan. We appreciate you!

@GreedyStripes I seem like a perfect candidate for that book giveaway😉

— Benny Tomko (@BennyTomko) February 29, 2016

How do you argue logic like that? Congratulations to Benny on the giveaway, it's in the mail!

Leap Year Giveaway for February 29, 2016!!!

Good morning Yankees family and welcome to another week and another Monday. This Monday is a little different than most Monday's though because it is February 29, 2016 which is also known as Leap Year Day! Why is this important? Well besides the fact that this comes only once every four years it is also important because we are giving something away this morning!

The Saturday Evening Post has been gracious enough to give me a special collector's edition copy of their book "Baseball: The Glory Years." This book contains dozens of rare illustrations by Normal Rockwell and other great post artists as well as classic profiles of Jackie Robinson, Mickey Mantle, Babe Ruth and more. it also comes with a free poster inside so you can't really go wrong with that. The book is not just illustrations though it also has stories covering everything from the beginning of the game, the setting of the rules in the rule book, the Black Sox Scandal, Babe Ruth and so much more. This book is incredible!!

So how do you enter for the giveaway? We're not hard to please, we just want to know you're reading. If you're a follower of The Greedy Pinstripes on Twitter you're automatically entered and if you're not then head over and give @GreedyStripes a follow. Every tweet at us, like and retweet gets you an extra entry. Also if you subscribe to us via email or comment in the comments section you are also automatically entered. The final way is to send us an email at thegreedypinstripes at gmail dot com telling us you'd like to be in the running.

We will announce a winner Friday!

Charleston Riverdogs Promotional Schedule

RiverDogs Unleash Jam-Packed 2015 Promotional Schedule

The club outdoes itself this season with nights ensuring there’s something for everyone

CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston RiverDogs’ promotional schedule is historically highlighted by unique promotions, desired giveaways, explosive fireworks and special nights, and the 2015 version is no exception.


Headlined by Bobble Boobs giveaway, which is the RiverDogs’ matchless way of bringing awareness to breast cancer, and the special “Shoes for Joe” night that honors Greenville native Shoeless Joe Jackson, the 2015 Charleston RiverDogs promotional schedule has a little something for everyone and a lot of fun for all.


Another spectacular highlight of the promotions calendar is the Bill Murray replica “Tune Squad” jersey giveaway on April 25.


The season gets underway with Opening Night, April 9, when the Lexington Legends come to Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park to begin a seven-game homestand. The Opening Night festivities feature an extended postgame fireworks display and fans will receive free magnet schedulesthat are sponsored by SC 811.


“As our fans have come to expect, we have a fun-filled slate of promotions and theme-nights,” said General Manager Dave Echols. “There will never be a dull time at the ball park this year.


“We’ve increased the number of postgame fireworks nights, our giveaways are of better quality, and we’ve added a few more wrinkles that should make everyone smile as they enter and depart from Riley Park.”


NIGHTLY PROMOS


· Mondays: Monday Night Baseball. Mondays are “Dollar Dogs and Beers” nights, thanks to our friends at Coors and Apex Broadcasting, as fans can enjoy $1 drafts and $1 hot dogs in the Ashley View Pub. The RiverDogs will take the best from Monday Night Football and bring it to The Joe Monday Night Baseball style.

· Tuesdays: Tuesday Date Night. Presented by Miller Lite and NASH FM, Tuesdays can be a special night for you and your belle, or bro, as for only $20 a pair of fans can enjoy a pair of upper reserve tickets, two tacos, two small fountain drinks and a plate of nachos.

· Wednesdays: HealthSouth Senior Wednesday. Presented by MeTV and Cumulus Media, seniors (65 and older) eat free between the hours of 6 - 7 pm and receive a complimentary hot dog, soda and chips for coming to midweek RiverDogs games. The RiverDogs will also incorporate special senior awareness initiatives to The Joe every Wednesday.

· Thursdays: Budweiser Thirsty Thursday. Get an early start on the weekend with $1 beers in the Ashley View Pub presented by Budweiser. Returning again this year will be DJ Natty Heavy, who spins popular tunes throughout the game much to the musical delight of those in that special area. Presented by 95SX.

· Fridays: Postgame Fireworks sponsored by Home Telecom & ISHPI Red Shirt Fridays. This popular night makes a return as fans who wear red to the ballpark, just like the RiverDogs will don their special ISHPI Red Jerseys, receive $1 off their walk-up ticket. Carolina Canines, the wounded-veteran service organization that brings “Titus the Bat Dog” to The Joe to retrieve bats during the game, will make an appearance on Fridays. Every Friday will be punctuated with explosive postgame fireworks courtesy of Home Telecom. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets in advance for this trendy night at The Joe. ISHPI Red Shirt Friday is presented by WEZL with postgame fireworks courtesy of Home Telecom.

· Saturdays: Giveaways on Select Saturdays and Kids Run the Bases. To assist with families, all Saturday game times this season are 6:05 pm and all are presented by Apex Broadcasting. Select Saturday games feature free collectable giveaway items to the first 1,000 fans. This year’s freebies are much improved and will consist of a Bill Murray "Tune Squad" jersey giveaway (April 25); fanny pack giveaway (May 16), Negro League’s Larry Doby Newark Eagles replica jersey giveaway (June 20), Military Heroes Baseball Card set giveaway (July 11); and – get this – Bobble Boobs giveaway (Aug. 22) that supports Breast Cancer Awareness. Following the action on the field every Saturday, all kids can stick around and run the bases, thanks to CPI Security Systems.

· Sundays: Kids Club Sundays - Presented by Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission and Y102.5, Sundays at Riley Park feature Free Parking and Kids Eat Free courtesy of Pepsi as all members of the RiverDogs Kids Club get into the game for free and all kids that enter The Joe receive a voucher for a free meal upon entering. The RiverDogs Kids Club, known as the RiverPups, is free to join and open to all kids 12-under. But that’s not all as the RiverDogs pull out all the stops to cater to families, offering a pregame catch on the field, reading with the RiverDogs and the popular postgame autograph session with the entire RiverDogs team and loveable mascots, Charlie T. RiverDog, Chelsea and Bark.

THEME NIGHTS


· Opening Day: April 9; "Firsty" Thursday: The RiverDogs will celebrate a series of "firsts" throughout the park, so be sure to get here early as you may win something spectacular. The RiverDogs’ first fireworks spectacular will cap off the festivities at the end of the night. Opening Day is sponsored by SC 811, as well as the magnet schedule giveaway to the first 5,000 fans.

· Kids Opening Day: April 12; Kids take over the park, box office, public address system, radio and even Dave's General Managing Duties. Kids t-shirt giveaway to the first 1,000 fans 12 and under is presented by Vapor.

· Prostate Cancer Awareness Night: "Night of Man": May 2; Ed Randall “Bat for the Cure” will be in attendance. We will celebrate manliness with on-field push-up and pull-up contests, beard contests and much more. Prostate exams will be given on The Joe's concourse through a simple pin prick. Expect our own general manager, Dave Echols, to take getting a prostate exam to the extreme.

· Shoes for Joe: May 16; Fans that bring in used shoes for donating to Souls4soles will receive a free general admission ticket to the game that will be highlighted with a pregame ceremony, involving both teams, honoring Greenville native Shoeless Joe Jackson. The game will be against the Greenville Drive, and both teams will be shoeless for the pregame introductions.

· Memorial Day: May 25; Red, white and blue will be the theme of this game as we honor those who have served and are serving our country. The festivities will conclude with another spectacular fireworks display.

· Bromance Night: June 2; A Tuesday date night that is an “Ode to the Bros.” Leave your lady at home and bring out your best bro to the ballpark. "Brotivities" features a secret handshake contest, a game of "Know Your Bro," and "What Would a Bro Do?" will help highlight the night.

· Charlie T. RiverDog's Surprise Birthday Party: June 7; Keep this a secret! Join us in celebrating the lovable mascot’s birthday in surprise fashion. This Sunday will also double as a Dog Day at The Joe where owners may bring their pooch(es) to the game.

· We Heart Dave Night: June 18; A celebration and night of appreciation to everyone's favorite General Manager: Dave Echols. Festivities include a game of "Are you smarter than Dave?” photo and autograph opportunities with the man himself, and anything we can find to make him turn red.

· Larry Doby Weekend: June 20-21; The RiverDogs pay homage to the Negro Leagues. Saturday includes a Larry Doby Replica Jersey Giveaway sponsored by SC State and a celebration of the Cannon Street All-Stars 1955 team, and on Sunday, we will honor the Negro Leagues with an appearance from former Negro League player Clifford Layton. The teams will wear throwback jerseys of the Homestead Grays and Newark Eagles.

· Independence Day Celebration: July 4; Put simply, this is the best fireworks display in the Lowcountry.

· Military Appreciation Night: July 11; The RiverDogs will wear their special "Green Army Men" jerseys presented by ISHPI, which will be auctioned off through a silent auction during the game. It is also our Military Card Set giveaway – this is not your normal card set as it profiles actual military members, not baseball players.

· Second Annual Charleston Rainbows Night: July 27; The RiverDogs honor the Charleston Rainbows and will wear special Rainbows jerseys, courtesy of Dudley's on Ann. The jerseys will be auctioned off through a silent auction throughout the game.

· Big Splash Day: July 28; This rare 12:05 pm start features The Joe’s transformation from a BALLpark to a WATERpark!

· Shark Week: Aug. 11-13; The RiverDogs will feature the most feared creature in the water.

· HOPE Week: Aug. 17-21; Once again the RiverDogs team up with the New York Yankees "Helping Others Persevere and Excel" initiative and bring it to Charleston. The RiverDogs and all of the Yankees’ affiliates garner awareness for highlighted causes, individuals and organizations.

· Breast Cancer Awareness Night: Aug. 22; The RiverDogs highlight breast cancer awareness with a unique Bobble Boobs giveaway, mammograms at the park and a Pink- Out the park.

· Princess and Pirates Night: Aug. 30; This is also a Kid's Club Sunday and all kids who dress up as princesses or pirates will gain free entry.

GIVEAWAYS




· Apr. 25: Bill Murray "Tune Squad" Jersey giveaway, presented by WCIV TV-4.

· May 16: "Run Forrest Run 5K," presented by Fleet Feet Sports, features a Fanny Pack Giveaway courtesy of Kickin 92.5.

· June 20-21: Larry Doby Heritage Weekend, presented by SC State University and WCSC TV-5. As part of Larry Doby Heritage weekend, the RiverDogs will give away Newark Eagles replica jerseys.

· July 11: Military Heroes Baseball Card Set giveaway, presented by WCBD TV-2.

· Aug 22: Breast Cancer Awareness Bobble Boob giveaway presented by Benefitfocus.




ANNUAL HIGHLIGHTS




· May 16: The 9th Annual Run, Forrest, Run 5K Race presented by Fleet Feet Sports, is a unique 5K race that features a finish at home plate and a post-race meal and party prior to the RiverDogs game.




· June 16-19: Charleston RiverDogs Baseball Camp presented by Kickin’ Chicken is for all kids ages 6-13. Have your child learn the fundamentals of the game from RiverDogs players and coaches.

· July 25: Kindness Beats Blindness Auction Night: The RiverDogs’ 16th Annual Kindness Beats Blindness Auction where all proceeds benefit the MUSC Storm Eye Institute.

· Aug. 7: Charleston Baseball Hall of Fame Night: On this special night, we welcome the newest members into the hallowed halls of the Lowcountry baseball’s elite.

· Sept. 2: Fan Appreciation Night: Sept. 2; The RiverDogs honor their fans with a huge celebration where EVERYTHING MUST GO! It will also be Employee Appreciation Night as two lucky gameday employees will be selected to win a $500 grand prize for their excellent work throughout the season. And it wouldn’t be a Fan Appreciation Night without a postgame-fireworks spectacular.

Fans are encouraged to visit www.RiverDogs.com, or call the Box Office at 843/577-DOGS (3647) for tickets and additional information. If you can't make the games, remember that RiverDogs baseball can be heard throughout the season on the flagship radio home, WTMA 1250AM.




-RIVERDOGS-

The Yankees Present Paul O'Neill Bobblehead Day

If you've been watching any of the YES Network's broadcast recently you know that today is Paul O'Neill bobblehead day at Yankee Stadium. The first 18,000 guests will receive this bobblehead so you have to get to the stadium early, these should go fast. It's a good thing that today's game is not sold out yet and we still have some tickets RIGHT HERE on the blog. We can offer these tickets for well below market value and we do not tack on the shipping costs or any fees whatsoever.

Even if you get some nosebleed seats it would still be worth it to grab this bobblehead. You also get treated to the final game of the home stand as the Yankees face off with the Toronto Blue Jays. Can't beat that, buy now. 

Yankees Game Preview 7/22 vs. Texas Rangers

The New York Yankees will host the Texas Rangers tonight in the second of a four game set this week at Yankee Stadium. The Yankees will send Chase Whitley to the mound to face off with the Rangers Nick Martinez. The game will be played at 7:05 pm ET and can be seen on MY9, MLB TV, and can be heard on the radio with John Sterling and Suzyn Waldman on WFAN.

Whitley has not made it past the fourth inning in his last three starts for the month of July, a scary trend for the Yankees. Whitley lasted just 68 pitches and 3.2 innings last time out against the Baltimore Orioles and took the loss on the game before the All Star break. Whitley will look to push his ERA below five with his first start of the second half and on eight days rest.

Martinez is being activated off the disabled list for tonight's start after being on the shelf since his July 1st start against the Baltimore Orioles. Martinez had discomfort in his left side but his pitched in two bullpen sessions since and has checked out okay.

Get your Yankees tickets for tonight's game and be a part of the Yankees cap night giveaway right here on the blog. You can also get in for any game during this 10 game home stand for some awesome promotions and giveaways. Get your tickets HERE on the blog. 

Go Yankees!!

Quick Hit: Derek Jeter Day Prices Soar!

If you don't have your tickets for Sep 7 (Derek Jeter Day) get them here while they are still affordable lol http://t.co/g9wvaMQ2En
— Greedy Pinstripes (@GreedyStripes) July 18, 2014

Late Friday the New York Yankees announced that Derek Jeter Day would be held at Yankee Stadium on September 7. The Yankees will be facing the Kansas City Royals on this Sunday afternoon. September 7th is not on the day we all believed would be the day Jeter was honored, we all speculated that September 21st would be the day the Yankees said goodbye to Jeter and thanked him for his services. It made sense, September 21st is a game against the Toronto Blue Jays and it was Derek Jeter figurine giveaway day at the stadium (changed to collectible Beanie Buddy night) but we all got fooled.

The last time I checked on Yankees tickets for September 7 they were going for around $139 bucks through our friends at Ticket Monster. At last check these tickets were nearing $500 a seat or more in some places after the announcement. I sent out the tweet to buy now before the prices sky rocketed and boy I wasn't kidding.

Even the cheapest seats in the house were around $15 bucks and now sit well over $200. You have to figure with this being the first day of the NFL season that the market will adjust itself. When it does come to us HERE on the blog to get all your Derek Jeter Day and Yankees tickets needs. We don't charge fees and we don't charge you shipping, the way it should be. 

I've Got Til 5! - Yankee Stadium Giveaways

It wasn't looking good for an article this week. Some rough personal stuff, combined with the team's pathetic play, made it impossible to be inspired to write. However, while working on the team roster I came across the promotional schedule for the Yankees. Mainly out of boredom while waiting for the game to start, I decided to take a look. While there are some really cool things, like replicas of the 1999 World Series ring (July 20th), being given away, there are also some head scratchers...

1. April 25th - Herbs Seed Packet Night

I'm willing to bet that more of those seeds found there way into people's mouths, who thought they were edible seeds like sunflower seeds, than were planted in the ground. And those people that didn't try to eat them before throwing them out with a disgusted face just... threw them out.

The fact that this promotion has already happened is sure to cause some tears, but don't worry... there's plenty more.

2. July 19th - Collectible Truck Day

W.B. Mason has been a sponsor of the Yankees for some time, so I don't mean to insult them, but... come on. I'm sure many of you were disappointed to not receive a Hot Wheels or Matchbox toy, but instead get a piece of crap replica, at some point in your life. And I'm sure this toy truck is no better. The saddest part? That toy truck will be the first memory for a young fan visiting Yankee Stadium for the first time.

3. August 6th - Luggage Tag Night

While the previous two promotional giveaways at least make some sense, in that they promote a product, this one has me baffled. I understand giving away things like shirts and bobbleheads, which are adorned with a Yankees player and/or the team logo, but why a luggage tag? The last thing I want to do while flying, which can be a painful experience in and of itself, is be reminded of the painful team the Yankees are putting on the field these days.

4. August 22nd - Yankees Water Bottle

Unlike the other items listed in this article, I have no issue with giving away water bottles. Most people, myself included, should drink more water (and less sugary drinks like soda). And what better way to try and get a Yankees fan to drink more water than to give them a water bottle with a Yankees logo on it? I just find it funny that a company that produces numerous beers, that are as close to water as you can get while adding hops and yeast to it, is presenting this night.

5. September 21st - New York Yankees Limited-Edition Ty(R) Beanie Buddy(R) Day

You know who collects Beanie Buddys? Nobody. There was a time when Beanie BABIES were one of the hottest toys. But that time isn't in 2014, it wasn't last year, it wasn't even in the last decade. Beanie... whatevers... haven't been "cool" since 1999. Oh, did I mention that only guests 14 years of age or younger will get one of these Beanie Buddys? That means those kids weren't even ALIVE the last time these things were in demand. Oh, and the "DKNY" logo will make them even more attractive to those kids that get one.

Then again, it does have a "2" on it, and you can remove the "DKNY" ribbon. And to be honest, I wouldn't mind adding this to my collection of Yankees memorabilia. I think I'd remove the "ty" tag on the ear too.


Heck, these things are free, so perhaps neither I nor anyone else should complain about them being crappy. I just wonder how many more bags of garbage, and junk on the floor of the stadium, there will be thanks to this stuff being thrown aside by fans that just came to watch some baseball.

ICYMI: Free Book Giveaway "The Fight of Their Lives"

As many of you may or may not know I am a member of the Internet Baseball Writers Association of America, or the IBWAA, and with that comes certain benefits and such. A fellow IBWAA member, John Rosengren, is an author and his latest book is called The Fight Of Their Lives.

For this giveaway all we need you to do is one of three things to enter. You can either put a comment on this post telling us about the fight of your life, tweeting us the same answer by tweeting and following @GreedyStripes, or emailing us the same answer by sending a line to thegreedypinstripes at gmail. Multiple answers and submissions will be allowed.

Instead of me trying to tell you about the book I'll let John tell you himself:

One Sunday afternoon in August 1965, on a day when baseball’s most storied rivals, the Giants and Dodgers, vied for the pennant, the national pastime reflected the tensions in society and nearly sullied two men forever. Juan Marichal, a Dominican anxious about his family’s safety during the civil war back home, and John Roseboro, a black man living in South Central L.A. shaken by the Watts riots a week earlier, attacked one another in a moment immortalized by an iconic photo:  Marichal’s bat poised to strike Roseboro’s head.

The violent moment–uncharacteristic of either man–linked the two forever and haunted both. The Fight of their Lives examines the incident in its context and aftermath, only in this story the two men eventually reconcile and become friends, making theirs an unforgettable tale of forgiveness and redemption.

The book also explores American culture and the racial prejudices against blacks and Latinos both men faced and surmounted. As two of the better ballplayers of their generation, they realized they had more to unite them than keep them apart.

Also here is what Tom Verducci of Sports Illustrated had to say about it: 

“John Rosengren does a terrific job illuminating the people and times behind one of the ugliest incidents in baseball history. The friendship and forgiveness between Juan Marichal and John Roseboro is a powerful story well told.”

Also Andrew Dawson, Hall of Famer, had a few words to say about the book:

“This is a story about passion and pride. It’s a story about two men who came from very different backgrounds but shared a common bond. It is also a story about forgiveness with a theme that shows it’s never too late to make amends. John Rosengren extraordinarily depicts how two men long since retired taught the world a valuable lesson—that it is okay to forgive.”

Giveaway: "The Fight Of Their Lives" Book

As many of you may or may not know I am a member of the Internet Baseball Writers Association of America, or the IBWAA, and with that comes certain benefits and such. A fellow IBWAA member, John Rosengren, is an author and his latest book is called The Fight Of Their Lives.

For this giveaway all we need you to do is one of three things to enter. You can either put a comment on this post telling us about the fight of your life, tweeting us the same answer by tweeting and following @GreedyStripes, or emailing us the same answer by sending a line to thegreedypinstripes at gmail. Multiple answers and submissions will be allowed.

Instead of me trying to tell you about the book I'll let John tell you himself:

One Sunday afternoon in August 1965, on a day when baseball’s most storied rivals, the Giants and Dodgers, vied for the pennant, the national pastime reflected the tensions in society and nearly sullied two men forever. Juan Marichal, a Dominican anxious about his family’s safety during the civil war back home, and John Roseboro, a black man living in South Central L.A. shaken by the Watts riots a week earlier, attacked one another in a moment immortalized by an iconic photo:  Marichal’s bat poised to strike Roseboro’s head.

The violent moment–uncharacteristic of either man–linked the two forever and haunted both. The Fight of their Lives examines the incident in its context and aftermath, only in this story the two men eventually reconcile and become friends, making theirs an unforgettable tale of forgiveness and redemption.

The book also explores American culture and the racial prejudices against blacks and Latinos both men faced and surmounted. As two of the better ballplayers of their generation, they realized they had more to unite them than keep them apart.

Also here is what Tom Verducci of Sports Illustrated had to say about it: 

“John Rosengren does a terrific job illuminating the people and times behind one of the ugliest incidents in baseball history. The friendship and forgiveness between Juan Marichal and John Roseboro is a powerful story well told.”

Also Andrew Dawson, Hall of Famer, had a few words to say about the book:

“This is a story about passion and pride. It’s a story about two men who came from very different backgrounds but shared a common bond. It is also a story about forgiveness with a theme that shows it’s never too late to make amends. John Rosengren extraordinarily depicts how two men long since retired taught the world a valuable lesson—that it is okay to forgive.”

Derek Jeter Tampa Yankees T-Shirt Giveaway

Join the Tampa Yankees next Friday, May 9th and the first 300 fans through the door will receive a Derek Jeter Tampa Yankees #31 T-shirt courtesy of allergease. Jeter wore #31 in 1994 while coming through the Yankees system with the Tampa Yankees. If I lived closer I would definitely come early for this one. Cool giveaway. 

Giveaway: TiqIQ $100 In Ticket Credit Giveaway

Click here to enter for a chance to win $100 in ticket credits from our friends at TiqIQ. Can't get much easier or better than this. Join now! Free to join!

$100 Gift Card Giveaway to NYY Steak Manhattan

Baseball season is here, and the Yankees back on the field for a run at their 28th World Championship. During the off-season, the Yankees loaded up on a lot of new talent that will make this summer at the Bronx an exciting and interesting one. In addition to the on the field additions, the Yankees family had a notable off-the-field addition with the January launch of NYY Steak in Midtown. Located right across the street from Rockefeller Center, NYY Steak is the Midtown version of NYY Steak based at Yankee Stadium. If you’ve already eaten at NYY Steak in the Stadium, you know how good it is. We’re now giving you an opportunity to try out the new location with the help by giving away two $100 gift certificates. You can enter below as well as read some more on NYY Steak!

The New York Yankees are the premier franchise in Major League Baseball and as an extension of that excellence, NYY Steak has become a premier dining experience. Located in Yankee Stadium, Florida and now Midtown Manhattan, NYY Steak brings a world class atmosphere to championship cuisine. Each location features Yankee touches, such as an signature wall containing autographs from past and present players, 27 wines representing 27 World Series championships and plates marked with numbers of retired Yankees.

A new gameday tradition, the NYY Steak location at Yankee Stadium at Gate 6 is a perfect compliment for a day at the ballpark. The award-winning kitchen features the finest dry-aged USDA Prime steaks, five-star seafood, a raw bar and daily specials. The restaurant is open only on game days and during other ticketed events at times in accordance with the Gate schedule, making it the top option for lunch for day games and dinner for night games during the season.

The newest addition to the lineup is the NYY Steak in Midtown Manhattan on 7 West 51st Street, one block away from Rockefeller Center. The 200 seat, three-floor restaurant combines the best of both worlds from the other locations. Open at 11:30am each day serving lunch and dinner, the Midtown location has quickly become one of the top New York City steakhouses since opening in November of 2013.

Whether it’s at the stadium, at the Yankees’ home away from home in Florida, or in the middle of Manhattan, NYY Steak combines a top-tier baseball franchise with a top-tier dining experience.

Tampa Yankees Promotional Schedule Announced

Here is a brief list of all the promotions: April 4: Home Opener, 20th Anniversary T-Shirt Giveaway, Post Game Fireworks. April 10: USF Night. April 12: Pink Out Night and Jersey Auction. April 27: Little League Day, Pepsi Cola Pin Giveaway. May 10: Bark at the Ballpark, TY Dog Toy Giveaway. May 17: Bright House Networks Customer Appreciation Night, Post Game Fireworks.  May 19: 2013 TY Card Set Giveaway. May 21: School Day. May 28: School Day. June 7: Mariano Rivera Limited Edition Bobble Head Giveaway, Post Game Fireworks. June 19: Yankees Beverage Holder Giveaway.   June 21: Parrothead Night, Post Game Fireworks.  June 27: 2014 TY Card Set Giveaway. June 28: Star Wars Night. July 3: Everyday Heroes Night and Jersey Auction, Post Game Fireworks. July 9: Derek Jeter #2 Drawstring Bag Giveaway.  July 13: Blue's Birthday Bash. July 20: Yankees Picture Frame Giveaway. July 25: Back to School Blast with Backpack Giveaway, Post Game Fireworks.  August 16: Autism Night and Jersey Auction.   August 23: Fan Appreciation Night, David Robertson TY Bobble Head Giveaway, Post Game Fireworks.

Charleston 2014 Promotional Schedule Released

'14 Promotion Schedule Has Appeal for All Fans

Unique Giveaways, 13 Fireworks Shows, 4 Dog Days, Theme Nights & More Fun

CHARLESTON, SC - Highlighted by a trio of Saturdays featuring bobblehead giveaways and 13 nights with fantastic fireworks following the game, the 2014 Charleston RiverDogs promotional schedule has a little something for everyone and a lot of fun for all.

In keeping with their reputation as the Lowcountry's leader in family sports entertainment, the RiverDogs have packed 70 home dates with tons of fun and something for fans of all ages and all tastes.

The season gets underway with Opening Night, Monday, April 7, when the rival Greenville Drive come to Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park to begin a seven-game homestand. The Opening Night festivities feature an extended postgame fireworks display and fans will receive free magnet schedules.

"As our fans have come to expect, we have a fun-filled slate of promotions and theme-nights," said General Manager Dave Echols. "There will never be a dull moment at the ballpark this year.

"We've increased the number of postgame fireworks nights, our Saturday giveaways are of better quality, and we've added a few more wrinkles and some spectacular new technology that should make everyone smile as they enter and depart from Riley Park."

PROMO HIGHLIGHTS

April 7: Opening Night - Always THE place to be in Charleston, Opening Night features a magnet schedule with detachable RiverDogs car magnet giveaway, presented by the South Carolina Future Scholars Program. It will also be the first of 13 explosive postgame fireworks shows. Also, the first game of the year against the Greenville Drive will kick off the "Battle of the Palmetto State" rivalry series presented by Sphinx. The winner of the season-long battle will receive the Rivalry Championship Trophy, and with it goes the bragging rights as the state's best Minor League Baseball team.

May 31: Sweetright Brothers - Muppet-like characters will be in the house to entertain the kids and the kid-at-heart throughout the night.

June 1: Luau Night - Hawaiian themed night with a special performance by the Fire Circus (Luau-themed fire dancers).

June 20: Zombie Apocalypse Night - The fun is infectious on Zombie Apocalypse Night as fans are encouraged to dress as a zombie and be part of the hoard -- or come alive -- and risk being transformed during the game. Hopefully we'll find the cure before we release the hoard into Downtown Charleston.

June 24: Terrible Tuesday - Come on out for a night of long lines, terrible in-game entertainment and promotions, and the worst music you'll hear at a ballgame all year! It's Unsatisfaction Guaranteed!

July 4: Independence Day Fireworks Celebration Presented by Wells Fargo - This is simply the largest fireworks show in downtown Charleston.  After we defeat the Rome Braves, kick back and enjoy the sky light up over the scenic Ashley River.

July 16: Holiday Celebration - Enjoy it all as we celebrate a year's worth of holidays in just one night. Each inning will be a different holiday, from New Year's Eve during pregame to Christmas in the 9th frame.

July 20: Pirates & Princess Night - Youngsters will work together to find The Joe's hidden treasure.

August 2: Inflatamaniacs Appearance and Rainbows Night - A performance that brings laughs to fans of all ages as the inflatable crew brings their unique brand of hijinks to The Joe for the fourth straight year. We will also turn back the clock and tip our caps to the days when names like David Cone and Roberto Alomar called Charleston home. The RiverDogs team will become the Charleston Rainbows again, complete with throwback Rainbows uniforms, for one night only. Those jerseys will also be auctioned off during the game. It's a salute to days past, and a chance for fans to remember the Charleston Rainbows and legendary College Park.

STANDARD NIGHTLY PROMOS

Mondays: Dogs with a Cause and $1 Dogs and Beers - The RiverDogs partner with a local non-profit organization to generate exposure and funds for a specific cause.  Mondays are also Dollar Dogs and Beers nights, thanks to our friends at Coors, as fans can enjoy $1 drafts and $1 hot dogs in the Ashley View Pub. 

Tuesdays: Two-for-$20 Date Nights - Tuesdays can be special night as for only $20 fans can enjoy a pair of upper reserve tickets, two tacos, two small fountain drinks and a plate of nachos by showing their Harris Teeter VIC card at the box office.

Wednesdays: Guaranteed Win & Senior Wednesdays - All fans 65 and older who enter the gates before 7pm can eat free, thanks to HealthSouth, as they receive a complimentary hot dog, fountain drink and chips for coming to mid-week RiverDogs games as part of MeTV Senior Wednesdays. All fans will also be able to take advantage of an early bird special on Wednesday's purchase a hot dog, fries and a 16 ounce fountain drink for only $6 before 7pm, a $2 savings than when purchased any other time. And the team "guarantees" a win on Wednesdays. Put simply, if the RiverDogs don't win on Wednesday night games at Riley Park, the club will honor your ticket for free admission to the next Wednesday home game. All you have to do is hold on to your ticket.

Thursdays: Thirsty Thursdays - Get an early start on the weekend with $1 beers in the Ashley View Pub presented by Budweiser. Returning again this year will be DJ Natty Heavy, who spins popular tunes throughout the game much to the musical delight of those in that special area. There will also be a wing eating competition every Thirsty Thursday in the Ashley View Pub thanks to Wild Wing Café. Plus, once DJ Natty Heavy packs up his speakers and calls it a night, the RiverDogs are proud to announce a partnership with Palmetto Brewery to bring postgame concerts to The Joe after every Thirsty Thursday game. A different band will perform a free concert for everyone in attendance on the concourse adjacent to the Beer Garden inside Riley Park following the game's final out.

Fridays: Postgame Fireworks & Red Shirt Fridays - This popular night makes a return as fans who wear red to the ballpark receive $1 off their walk-up ticket on ISHPI Red Shirt Fridays. Thanks to ISHPI, fans can then choose to donate that dollar to help benefit two military themed charities: Folds of Honor Foundation, a charity that gives back the children and spouses of soldiers killed or disabled in service to our country through scholarships and other assistance, and Canines for Veterans, the wounded-veteran service organization that brings "Titus the Bat Dog" to The Joe to retrieve bats during the game. Every Friday will be punctuated with explosive postgame fireworks. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets in advance for this trendy night at The Joe.

Saturdays: Giveaways on Select Saturdays and Kids Run the Bases - To assist with families, all Saturday game times again this season have been moved up to 6:05 pm. Select Saturday games feature free collectable giveaway items to the first 1,000 fans. This year's freebies are much improved and will consist of a Bill Murray t-shirt giveaway (April 12); Tony the Peanut Man singing bobblehead giveaway (May 10); Negro League jersey giveaway (June 7); Ghostbusters bobblehead giveaway (July 5); and a Bill Veeck bobble giveaway (July 19). Plus on August 17, the club will give away a Charlie T. RiverDog coloring book to the first 1,000 fans through the gates. Following the action on the field every Saturday, all kids can stick around and run the bases, and everyone is "safe."

Sundays: Kids Club Sundays - Presented by Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission, Crews Subaru and Y102.5, Sundays at Riley Park feature Free Parking and Kids Eat Free as all members of the RiverDogs Kids Club get a voucher for a free meal upon entering. The RiverDogs Kids Club, known as the RiverPups, is free to join and open to all kids 12-under. But that's not all as the RiverDogs pull out all the stops to cater to families, offering a pregame catch on the field and the popular postgame autograph session with the entire RiverDogs team and loveable mascots, Charlie T. RiverDog, Chelsea and Bark.

RETURNING THEME NIGHTS

Dog Days: Bring your pooch to the park on four special Dog Days that are April 13, May 11, June 1 and June 22.

Kid's Opening Day: For the third consecutive year the RiverDogs kick off the first Sunday of the season with a day dedicated to kids with free RiverDogs Vapor apparel with youth t-shirts for the first 1,000 youngsters is set for Sunday, April 13.

Youth Baseball and Softball Night: Presented by McDonald's on Monday, May 12, those playing youth baseball and softball will parade around the field before the game and take in a night of professional baseball. This makes for a special night for them, and what a parade they make!

Education Day: Teachers have fun with their students at The Joe on April 9 and April 30, with a rare 11:05 am scheduled start times.

Business Man's Specials: Take a client or a co-worker for a special 12:05 "meeting" at The Joe on July 21 and Aug. 13.

Military Appreciation Nights: Presented by ISHPI, we salute our men and women who help protect our many freedoms on May 29, July 19 and Aug. 27.

Nurses Night: As part of National Nurses Week, the RiverDogs will salute our local RNs on Thursday, May 15.

Boy Scout Night: The devoted scouts of the Lowcountry will receive their well-deserved recognition and will be treated to an overnight campout at The Joe following the game on Friday, May 30.

Air Force Night: The U.S. Air Force sponsors three nights of fun at Riley Park (April 11, June 5, and July 18) with a special swearing-in ceremony scheduled for the June 5 date.

Larry Doby Heritage Weekend and Salute to Negro League Baseball: This is the RiverDogs' annual salute to some of the game's great players including South Carolina native Larry Doby, on June 7-8.

Girl Scout Night: On Saturday, June 21, the RiverDogs will call all Daisies, Brownies and veteran Girl Scouts to Riley Park for a night of baseball and activities.

Irish Night: A night similar to March 17 when everyone at The Joe is Irish on Sunday, May 4.  Bagpipes, pots of gold and Gaelic games will take over for a night where we want everyone to wear green.

Firefighter Appreciation Night: Tri-county firefighters and first responders will be saluted, courtesy of ServiceMaster, on Wednesday, May 28.

Big Splash Day: Be prepared to get wet, plain and simple, on Wednesday, July 9 with a 12:05 pm first pitch.

ANNUAL HIGHLIGHTS

April 19: The 9th Annual Run, Forrest, Run 5k Race presented by Fleet Feet Sports, is a unique 5K race that features a finish at home plate and a post-race meal and party prior to the RiverDogs game.

June 21: 13th Annual Kindness Beats Blindness silent auction will be held, in which the proceeds benefit MUSC's Storm Eye Institute.

June 23: The All-Lowcountry High School Baseball and Softball team recognition and player of the year ceremonies, in cooperation with The Post and Courier.

July 4: Independence Day Fireworks Celebration Presented by Wells Fargo is simply the largest fireworks show in downtown Charleston. After we defeat the Rome Braves, kick back and enjoy the sky light up over the scenic Ashley River.

July 15-18: Charleston RiverDogs Baseball Camp presented by Kickin' Chicken is for all kids ages 6-13 on July 15-17. Have your child learn the fundamentals of the game from RiverDogs players and coaches. Then on July 18, there will be a special hitting clinic for those youngsters who want more special instruction from RiverDogs players on the art of hitting.

August 1: The 6th Annual Professional Baseball Scouts Hall of Fame Night, where the RiverDogs enshrine the newest member.

Aug. 15: Charleston Baseball Hall of Fame Night: On this special night, we welcome the newest members into the hallowed halls of the Lowcountry baseball's elite.

Aug. 28: Fan Appreciation Night concludes the 2014 regular season with a game against the Greenville Drive in style with tremendous discounts all over the park and a mesmerizing fireworks display as a fitting swan song for the year that was.

Fans may contact the Box Office at (843) 577-DOGS (3647) for tickets and additional information.

Being posted with permission from the Charleston Riverdogs organization. The original article can be seen HERE.

Spread Some Holiday Cheer With The Trenton Thunder

(Trenton, NJ) - This might be the easiest way to spread some "cheer" this holiday season.

The ninth annual Trenton Thunder Gift of Baseball program begins today, giving fans the chance to share the experience of cheering on the hometown team with underprivileged families in our community. For each Season Ticket, Pic-A-Plan and Mini Plan purchased between November 25 and December 20, the Thunder will provide tickets for families in the Holiday Gift Outreach program run by Children's Home Society to attend a 2014 Thunder game.

"Our fans and corporate partners deserve a big "thank you" for supporting this initative every year," said Thunder General Manager Will Smith. "We're hoping even more families can visit ARM & HAMMER Park next season because our fans do some holiday shopping with us."

In its first eight years, the Gift of Baseball program has allowed the Thunder to donate a total of 5,712 tickets to the Children's Home Society.

2014 Trenton Thunder Mini Plans went on sale today. Mini plans include five or six of the most popular games on the schedule, free food at each game, a Trenton Thunder hat, a complimentary ticket to Opening Night and start as low as $55. More information about Mini Plans can be found here: MINI PLANS

Pic-A-Plans allow fans to choose any 10 or more games and like Mini Plans include free food, a free hat and a free Opening Night ticket. More information about Pic-A-Plans can be found here: PIC-A-PLANS

Season Tickets are available as either a full (71 games) or half (36 games) and include a lot of perks such as early entry, special events and more. More information about Season Tickets can be found here: SEASON TICKETS

The Children's Home Society of New Jersey provides at-risk children and their families with a range of services that empower them to achieve their potential. They are child-oriented, family focused, community based, and outcome-oriented.

The Thunder will begin the 2014 season at ARM & HAMMER Park on Thursday, April 3. Season tickets, group outings, Pic-A-Plans, and Mini Plan renewals are on sale now. Single game tickets will go on sale on March 1, 2014. For more information about tickets, fans should call 609-394-3300 or visit trentonthunder.com.

Being posted with permission from the Trenton Thunder organization. The original article can be seen HERE.

Trenton Thunder Announce 2014 Promotions

(TRENTON, NJ) - Replica championship trophies, helmet toothbrush holders, five bobblehead giveaways and seventeen fireworks shows highlight the first batch of 2014 promotions announced by the Trenton Thunder on Wednesday afternoon.

The 2014 promotional slate includes three giveaway items themed around the team's 2013 Eastern League Championship starting with Replica Mini EL Championship Trophies (1st 2,000 ages 6+) thanks to ARM & HAMMER on Opening Night, April 3. Fans will receive Championship Banners (1st 1,000 ages 6+) on April 17 and Championship Pennants (1st 1,000 ages 5-15) on May 11.

The 2014 promo schedule includes five unique items that have never been distributed at the Thunder before. These include Thunder Cooler Bags (1st 1,000 ages 18+) on April 5, OYO Sportstoys Minifigure (Thunder Player TBD, 1st 1,000 ages 5-15) on June 1, Boomer Dress Up Magnets (1st 1,000 ages 5-15) on June 8, Catcher's Helmet Coin Banks thanks to TD Bank (1st 1,000 ages 6+) on June 11 and Thunder Helmet Toothbrush Holders thanks to ARM & HAMMER (1st 1,000 ages 6+) on July 1.

Bobblehead Dolls remain popular with Thunder fans as collectibles that honor outstanding players. Trenton will host five bobblehead giveaways including Mark Teixeira on the one year anniversary of his rehab in Trenton (May 30), Hideki Matsui (July 11), David Robertson thanks to TD Bank (July 25) and Boomer thanks to ARM & HAMMER (August 8). The Thunder will distribute "mini" bobbleheads featuring a player TBD on May 9. All bobblehead giveaways are for the first 2,000 fans ages 14 and over.Fireworks will once again entertain fans throughout the summer and the Thunder have 17 shows lined up after games. The shows will begin on Saturday, May 3 and continue after each Thursday and Saturday night game through August. The annual Independence Day Fireworks show will take place on Thursday, July 3 as Trenton hosts Portland and a rare Sunday night fireworks display will take place over Labor Day weekend as Reading visits on August 31.   

Fans will take home Thunder apparel at six games next season. Kids will receive Youth Replica Jerseys (Player TBD, 1st 1,000 ages 5-15) at two games - April 6 and June 27. Adults will receive Thunder Scarves (1st 1,000 ages 18+) on April 18 and Adult Replica Jerseys (Player TBD, 1st 1,000 ages 18+) on April 19. Fans ages 12 and over will take home Thunder Bucket Hats (1st 1,500) on May 2 and Thunder Visors will be given to fans ages 6 and over (1st 1,000) on August 19.  

The 2013 promotional slate is loaded with traditionally popular giveaways including Magnetic Schedules (1st 2,000 ages 6+) on April 4, Drawstring Bags (1st 1,000 ages 5-15) on May 4, Roll-A-Banners (1st 1,000 ages 6+) on May 14, Reusable Shopping Bags (1st 1,000 ages 6+) on May 20, Team Card Sets thanks to Verizon Wireless (1st 1,500 ages 6+) on June 20, Chase Photo Montages (1st 2,000 ages 6+) on July 2, Lanyards (1st 1,000 ages 5-15) on July 13, Posters (1st 2,000) thanks to White Eagle Printing on August 5 and Player Statues TBD thanks to Verizon Wireless (1st 2,000 ages 14+) on August 29. The season will end on Labor Day, September 1, with a 2015 Magnetic Schedule giveaway (1st 2,000 ages 6+).

The Thunder also announced the dates for two long-running, popular promotions. Free All-You-Can-Eat Night will return for a fifth season on Thursday, April 17. The game includes free hot dogs, hamburgers and cheeseburgers for all fans in attendance. The annual Bark at the Park presented by Dogs & Cats Rule will be held on Sunday, August 10 and includes an invitation for all dog lovers to bring their canines with them to the game.

Super Value Tuesdays are back with every Tuesday night game featuring Kids Eat Free & $1 Hot Dogs thanks to Black Bear Franks. Thirsty Thursdays will return and fans can enjoy a great beer special from Budweiser until the middle of the 5th inning.

Also announced today are theme nights including Super Hero Night (May 3), Summer Kickoff Party (June 21), Faith & Family Nights (June 21 and August 9), Irish Heritage Night (August 7), Pirate & Princess Party (August 9), the Fifth Annual Good Deed Game (August 9) and Football Kickoff Night (August 21).

All fans should note that the distribution of promotional items is for fans in attendance only. Promotion dates, items and distribution quantity is subject to change and/or cancellation. Please visit trentonthunder.com for quantity and age restrictions specific for each giveaway/promotion.

 PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE

Additional promotions are still being finalized and will be announced at a later date.  

The Thunder will begin the 2014 season at ARM & HAMMER Park on Thursday, April 3. Season tickets, group outings, Pic-A-Plans, and Mini Plan renewals are on sale now. Single game tickets will go on sale on March 1, 2014. For more information about tickets, fans should call 609-394-3300 or visit trentonthunder.com.

Being posted with permission from the Trenton Thunder organization. The original post can be seen HERE. 

RailRiders Release 2014 Daily Promotional Schedule

As we all know, and probably love, the minor league affiliates will do just about anything to get you through the door especially on a week day and the RailRiders are no different. Our AAA affiliate down in Scranton Wilkes Barre released their 2014 promotional schedule with daily deals for you fans coming through the gates. Props to Donnie Collins on The Times Tribune for the list.

MONDAY: 
$1 Hot Dogs

TUESDAY: 
Free T-Shirt (1,500 each game; different shirt each game)

WEDNESDAY: 
Kids Eat Free (12 & under; Berks hot dog, Utz chips, small Pepsi product)

THURSDAY: 
Thirsty Thursday ($1 Bud Lights & Pepsi products; Pregame band)

FRIDAY: 
Postgame Fireworks (Pregame block party/band)

SATURDAY: 
Giveaways (Pregame band)

SUNDAY: 
Family FunDay (Player autographs, carnival entertainers before the game; Postgame kids run the bases)

Gotta love $1 hot dogs, free t shirt day, kids eat free, and fireworks, who doesn't right? So head out to a ball game this year and support the home team and get some free stuff while you're at it.