The Kane County Cougars, Class-A Minor League affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, will open a six-game homestand tonight (Wednesday, July 13) when they host the West Michigan Whitecaps (Detroit Tigers affiliate) for a three-game series while the South Bend Cubs (Chicago Cubs affiliate) come to town for a three-game set beginning on Saturday, July 16.

Homestand highlights include Peanut Free Night, an appearance from a pair of wrestling legends, the highly anticipated Frozen Deck Party, a pre-game concert by Trippin’ Billies and post-game entertainment from the Jesse White Tumblers.

Tickets are available for each game during the upcoming homestand by calling the Cougars ticket office at 630-232-8811 or by ordering online at kccougars.com.

Wednesday, July 13 vs. West Michigan Whitecaps (Detroit Tigers)

• 6:30 p.m. (gates open at 5:30 p.m.) – WBIG 1280 AM (6:15 p.m.)
• 95.9 The River Night
• All Faiths Night
• Peanut Free Night – no peanuts or peanut related products will be sold at any point during the game
• National Anthem – Sara Ward
• Baseball Buddies – Participants in the Acres Group Green-Up event
• eniors Half-Price Tickets – half-price box, reserved and lawn seats for seniors age 65 and older
• Half-Price Hump Day, presented by The GFS Store – specials on reserved and lawn tickets, regular-size sodas, burgers, pizza, nachos, popcorn and select souvenirs
• Take Me Out to the Ballgame performed by 95.9 The River representatives
• Post-game autographs in the Cougars Den Team Store with Galli Cribbs
• Fans can run the bases after the game (weather permitting)

Thursday, July 14 vs. West Michigan Whitecaps

• 6:30 p.m. game (gates open at 5:30 p.m.) – WBIG 1280 AM (6:15 p.m.)
• Kane County Employee Recognition Night!
• Pro Wrestling Night – appearance from wrestling legends Mick Foley and Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat
• Wrestlers will be signing autographs on the center field deck from approximately 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Thirsty Thursday, presented by Miller Lite – $1 select beers, small sodas and hot dogs
• National Anthem – District 102 Sumer Band Camp
• Baseball Buddies – Geneva Baseball Cardinals
• Face painting provided by ChicagoFun.com
• Post-game autographs in the Cougars Den Team Store with Trevor Mitsui
• WWE-themed post-game fireworks show
• Fans can run the bases after the game (weather permitting)

Friday, July 15 vs. West Michigan Whitecaps

• 6:30 p.m. game (gates open at 5:30 p.m.) – WBIG 1280 AM (6:15 p.m.)
• Frozen Night, presented by All Dressed Up
• Scout Night
• Pre-game Frozen costume and scout parade
• Pre-game performance by West Towns Barbershop Chorus outside Gate 1
• Frozen Deck Party in right field – reservations are required
• National Anthem – West Towns Barbershop Chorus
• Face painting provided by ChicagoFun.com
• Post-game autographs in the Cougars Den Team Store with Fernery Ozuna
• Frozen-themed post-game fireworks show
• Fans can run the bases after the game (weather permitting)

Saturday, July 16 vs. South Bend Cubs (Chicago Cubs)

• 6:30 p.m. game (gates open at 4:30 p.m.) – WBIG 1280 AM (6:15 p.m.)
• Pre-game concert by Trippin’ Billies at 4:45 p.m. in the Music Garden, presented by the Acres Group
• National Anthem  – Kesley Van Dahm
• Color Guard – Minooka and Channahon Cub and Boy Scout Troops
• Face painting provided by ChicagoFun.com
• Post-game autographs in the Cougars Den Team Store with Galli Cribbs
• Post-game entertainment provided by the Jesse White Tumblers
• Summer-themed post-game fireworks show, presented by Meijer
• Fans can run the bases after the game (weather permitting)

Sunday, July 17 vs. South Bend Cubs

• 1 p.m. game (gates open at Noon) – WBIG 1280 AM (12:45 p.m.)
• National Ice Cream Day – first 1,500 fans will receive a voucher for a free tube of ice cream, courtesy of Oberweis Dairy
• Sunday Funday, presented by Dave & Buster’s – free entertainment and discounts for kids in the KidZone area, presented by Rainbow Play Systems
• Pre-game Catch on the Field
• Pre-game autograph session with Cougars players
• Pre-game demonstration by Superstar Karate
• National Anthem – Tower Chorale
• Color Guard – Cub Scout Pack 42
• God Bless America – Jennifer Ramsey
• Face painting provided by ChicagoFun.com
• Post-game autographs in the Cougars Den Team Store with Annie and Ozzie T. Cougar
• Fans can run the bases after the game (weather permitting)

Monday, July 18 vs. South Bend Cubs

• Noon game (gates open at 11 a.m.) – WBIG 1280 AM (11:45 a.m.)
• Pre-game parade for all day camps in attendance
• Pre-game autograph session with Cougars players
• Seniors Eat Free Day – voucher for a free hot dog and small soda for all seniors age 65 and older
• Micro Monday – all craft beers will be 50% off
• National Anthem – Maria Lerma
• Post-game autographs in the Cougars Den Team Store with Annie and Ozzie T. Cougar
• Fans can run the bases after the game (weather permitting)

Homestand Notes

Peanut Free Night: Since 2007, the Cougars have hosted their annual Peanut-Free Night to allow fans with peanut allergies the opportunity to safely attend a Cougars game. In addition to peanuts, the following items will not be available for fans to purchase at any point during the game on July 13: Dippin’ Dots, Oberweis ice cream, Oreo churros, Cracker Jacks, candy including plain and peanut M&M’s as well as cookies and brownies. For questions regarding ballpark food and the ingredients they contain visit Guest Services on the third base concourse.

Pro Wrestling Night: Wrestling legends Mick Foley and Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat will join us on July 14. Both will throw out a ceremonial first pitch at 6:15 p.m. followed by an autograph signing on the center field deck from approximately 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. with a $2 charge per autograph (cash only) and a limit of two autographs per person, not per wrestler. Fans will need to provide their own items to be autographed and no posed photos will be allowed in order to accommodate as many people through the line as possible.

Frozen Night/Deck Party: The highly anticipated Frozen Night returns on July 15 beginning with a pre-game costume parade and Cougars staff members will be wearing Frozen costumes, courtesy of All Dressed Up. A limited number of reservations are still available for the deck party in right field which includes a ticket to the game, a food and beverage spread with chicken tenders, hot dogs, blue Sprite and popsicles plus a private meet-and-greet with Elsa, Anna and Kristoff. Fans from the deck party will also be allowed special access onto the field to view post-game fireworks. Call 630-232-8811 to reserve your spot today.

Two Step: The Summer Saturday Concert Series continues on July 16 with a pre-game performance by the Trippin’ Billies in the Music Garden, presented by the Acres Group. Based out of Chicago, Trippin’ Billies has become the premier Dave Matthews tribute band, touring the country for close to 20 years.

SOURCE: Kane County Cougars news release