Brewers to Host Annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game on Friday, July 21
Milwaukee Will Honor the Negro Leagues With Special Guests and Events
MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Brewers will host the annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game, presented by Aurora Health Care®, on Friday, July 21 at 7:10 p.m. against the Atlanta Braves.
With the purchase of a Negro Leagues Tribute Game ticket, fans will receive a Milwaukee Bears crewneck sweatshirt, courtesy of Aurora Health Care®. The Milwaukee Bears played in the Negro National League during the 1923 season. Fans can purchase this special ticket at brewers.com/Communitynights, the American Family Field Box Office and at 1-800-933-7890.
In addition to Willis and Hayes, Negro Leagues alumni Dennis Biddle (Chicago American Giants pitcher, 1953), Nathan “Sonny” Weston (Chicago American Giants outfielder, 1951), Don Woods (Kansas City Monarchs outfielder, 1956-68), James “Jim” Cobbin (New York Black Yankees and Indianapolis Clowns outfielder, 1956-58), James “Rocky” Portier (Indianapolis Clowns and the New York Black Yankees catcher and outfielder, 1956-58), Reggie Howard (Indianapolis Clowns second baseman, 1956-57) and James Beckum (St. Louis Stars catcher, 1949-51) are also scheduled to be in attendance.
Fans can enjoy a 360 Photo backdrop near section 405 to mark the occasion, courtesy of Aurora Health Care®, as well listen to the Donna Woodall Jazz Group playing from 5:45 – 6:45 p.m. In addition, Yesterday’s Negro League Travel Exhibit will also be located on the field level concourse to enjoy throughout the game.
Brewers Community Foundation (BCF) will provide financial support to several organizations including the Negro Leagues All-Star Game, to be held at Clinton Rose Center in Milwaukee, Wisc. where James Beckum will be honored. BCF will also contribute funds to Yesterday’s Negro League Baseball Players and the Negro Leagues Museum in Kansas.
Tickets are available now to see the Brewers at brewers.com/Communitynights, the American Family Field Box Office and at 1-800-933-7890.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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