2009 Cricket Wireless Triple-A All-Star Game
Saturday, July 11, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Fan Fest presented by Portland Police Bureau Sunshine Division
The Portland Beavers announce that Dale Murphy, Johnny Pesky and Scott Brosius will lead an impressive group of Portland-area baseball greats that will appear at the All-Star Fan Fest presented by the Portland Police Bureau Sunshine Division, an event that will be held at PGE Park on Saturday, July 11, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The All-Star Fan Fest is a one-day, interactive event that will kick off a series of special activities held in conjunction with the 2009 Cricket Wireless Triple-A All-Star Game, which will take place at PGE Park on Wednesday, July 15.
Murphy, Pesky and Brosius are part of a large group of area baseball greats who will take part in a special roundtable discussion and autograph session from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on the field at PGE Park. Also scheduled to appear are former Beavers Eddie Basinski, Artie Wilson, George Freese, Ben Petrick, Tommy Sandt and Wayne Twitchell, in addition to Pete Ward, a Jefferson High School alum who played nine major league seasons.
Open to the public, the All-Star Fan Fest features music, baseball memorabilia displays, stadium tours, food and several inflatable games, including a rollercoaster obstacle course, rock wall and a speedpitch station on the field at PGE Park. Radio Disney will be onsite and will conduct two, one-hour performances.
Schedule of Events
- Noon-1 p.m. - Radio Disney Performance
- 1 p.m.-3 p.m. - Dale Murphy and Portland Beavers Old-timers roundtable/autographs
- 3 p.m.-4 p.m. - Radio Disney Performance
Ongoing Events:
- Behind the Scenes Stadium Tours - available every hour on the hour from noon to 4 p.m. Meet on the Fred Meyer Family Deck
- Fan Pictures - available all day. Visit the photo stand in front of the Beavers Dugout
Monday, July 13, 7 p.m. - American Family Insurance Home Run Derby
This special event will feature the 2009 PCL & IL stars showcasing their skills in the annual Home Run Derby.
Wednesday, July 15, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. - All-Star Luncheon
The annual All-Star Luncheon will feature National Baseball Hall-of-Famer Dave Winfield as the keynote speaker and includes a fully catered lunch.
Wednesday, July 15, 7 p.m. - Cricket Wireless Triple-A All-Star Game
Don't miss your chance to see the next Derek Jeter, Chase Utley, or Mike Piazza (all former Triple-A All-Stars). Remember, this event won't return to Portland for another generation.
Season Ticket Holder Event
As a Season Ticket Holder, you will be invited to an EXCLUSIVE event featuring the PCL and IL All-Star players. Date and time TBD.
FAQ - Tickets
Q: How do Season Ticket Holders get Cricket Wireless Triple-A All-Star tickets?
A: All Season Ticket Holders who renew their ticket packages will receive their same seats for the American Family Insurance All-Star Home Run Derby and the Cricket Wireless Triple-A All-Star Game. Season Ticket Holders will also receive tickets to Fan Fest presented by Portland Police Bureau Sunshine Division and a commemorative All-Star hat.
Q: Will Season Ticket Holders be able to buy additional Cricket Wireless All-Star Game tickets?
A: All Season Ticket Holders will have a priorty-purchase period prior to single-game tickets going on sale to the general public. Season Ticket Holders will be able to purchase a set number of additional tickets (quantity TBD). You will be notified of the dates/times of this priority-purchase period in February 2009.
Q: When will Season Ticket Holders receive their Cricket Wireless Triple-A All-Star Game tickets?
A: All-Star tickets will be included in the regular-season ticket booklets normally mailed in March.
FAQ - Triple-A All-Star Game History
Q: Where can I find a detailed history of the Triple-A All-Star Game?
A: The Triple-A All-Star Game will be celebrating its 22nd year when Portland plays host to the annual classic in 2009. Major league stars who have played in past Triple-A All-Star Games include Derek Jeter, Pedro Martinez, Chipper Jones, Jim Thome, Todd Helton, Kenny Lofton, Alfonso Soriano, Mike Piazza, Garret Anderson, Bernie Williams and Brian Giles. Since its introduction in 1988, the Triple-A All-Star Game has attracted more than 250,000 fans to a host of premier cities and ballparks. Below, you will find links to a variety of PDF documents that provide a detailed look at the rich history of the Triple-A All-Star Game.
All-Time Triple-A All-Star Game Recaps
All-Time Triple-A All-Star Game Records
All-Time Triple-A All-Star Game Personnel
All-Time Triple-A All-Star Game Roster (by player)
All-Time Triple-A All-Star Game Roster (by team)
All-Time Triple-A All-Star Game Roster (by year)
All-Time Triple-A All-Star Game Participants (by team)
All-Time Triple-A All-Star Game Manager and Coaches
All-Time Triple-A All-Star Game Batting Statistics (by player)
All-Time Triple-A All-Star Game Batting Statistics (by team)
All-Time Triple-A All-Star Game Pitching Statistics (by player)
