The On-Deck Circle

FATHER'S DAY BREAKFAST, FAN FEST AND GAME AGAINST THE ALL-STARS KICK-OFF THE 13^TH SEASON

13^th Season About to Begin!

Celebrating our 13th season, the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes open their 2009 season at Volcanoes Stadium against the All-Stars on Friday, June 19.  The game begins at 7:05.  The team's sixth annual Father's Day Breakfast will be held in the Stadium's Lava Lodge on Sunday, June 21st from 9:00 a.m. until noon.  The menu includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, juice and coffee, all for just $6.00.  Free, fun activities include the Speed Pitch, Volcanoes Batting Cage and the opportunity for dads and their kids to play catch on the field…so bring your mitts!  Tickets for the breakfast can be purchased in advance by calling the 503-390-2225, ext. 3007. Also that day is our Fan fest celebration with your opportunity purchase and pick out your seats for Season or Package tickets.  We also will have a special sale on merchandise in the Volcanoes Diamond Club Suite.

Tickets for the All-Star game are $11.00 for upper box seats, $9.00 for reserved seats $7.00 for outfield general admission tickets if purchased at least one day in advance.  As was the case last year, season ticket holders will receive tickets for the All-Star game as part of their season ticket package and do not need to purchase tickets for the game, UNLESS they want additional seats.  Tickets for this game are not included in the 5-, 10- or 19-game ticket packages.

Salem-Keizer will open Northwest League play on the road against I-5 rival Eugene on Saturday, June 20, and return to Volcanoes Stadium to open a five-game series with Boise on Tuesday,  June 23.  The home opener begins at 6:35.  .

The 2009 season offers seven fireworks shows, an impressive lineup of special attractions including World Series Perfect Game Pitcher - Don Larsen, Prize Wheel Wednesdays, Post-game concerts on Saturdays - (of Special note - Saturday games have moved up in start time to 5:05 pm to allow for the concerts) and is included with your admission to the Volcanoes Games. Kid's Run the Bases on Sundays and a nationally recognized series of community outreach events.  (A complete game and events calendar is listed later in this newsletter.) 

Season tickets and 5-, 10- and 19-game ticket packages (5, 10 and 19 games) are now on sale.  Individual game tickets went on sale Monday, June 1. You can call the office,  For information, or to order tickets, call the Volcanoes at 503-390-2225, ext. 3007 or Stop by the office, which is now open 7 days a week or order online at volcanoesbaseball.com. For Group Ticket information or reservations, call Greg Herbst at 503-390-2225, ext. 3013. 

For fans able to attend just a few games during the summer, the 10-game and five-game ticket plans remain very attractive options, offering premium events and attractions at a bargain price.  Cost for all 10 games is just $90 and the five-game package for 2009 is only $45.

BASEBALL DRAFT SHAPES VOLCANOES ROSTER

The San Francisco Giants approached the 2009 Major League Baseball First Year Player Draft with the intent of drafting quality pitchers, and at first glance, they certainly succeeded.   Twenty-four of the fifty players drafted on June 9^th thru June 11^th were pitchers; twenty righthanded and 4 lefthanded.   Three were drafted out of high school, and twenty-one were drafted out of college.   Leading the group of new pitchers was first-round pick Zachary Wheeler, a 6-3, 180 #, righthanded high school pitcher out of East Paulding High School in Georgia.   Zach is said to have "plenty of fastball", a "plus" curve ball, and a tremendous upside.   The Giants then followed up in Round 4 with righthander Jason Stoffel, a 6-2, 220 # closer from the University of Arizona, righthander Matthew Graham, a 6-4, 225 #, high schooler from Oakridge High School in Texas who has "plus" arm strength, and has had his fastball clocked at 95 mph, and righthander Jeremy Toole, a 6-4, 235 # starter from Brigham Young University in the tenth round.

The second draft pick is high school catcher, Thomas Joseph, 

6-1, 215 #, from Horizon High School in Arizona.   Scouts have reported he has "light tower raw power".   This spring was his first year catching, and he is rated with an "above average arm".

The third pick is Christopher Dominguez, a 6-5, 235 #, third baseman from the University of Louisville.

At pick number five was first baseman, Brandon Belt, 6-5, 210# from the University of Texas.  

Pick number seven was Nick Liles, a second baseman from Western Carolina University.

Outfielders rounded out the top ten as 8^th pick Karl Benusa is from Riverview High School in Pennsylvania, and the 9^th pick, Evan Crawford is a college outfielder from Indiana University.

Some interesting statistics from the 2009 draft:

     Out of the 50 draftees - 10 are high schoolers; 40 college players.

     By position:  20 RHP, 4 LHP, 5 C, 4 1B, 1 2B, 4 3B, 3 SS & 9 OF.

     By state:  11 Texas, 8 California, 5 Florida, 2 each from Georgia, Oklahoma, Lousiana, Indiana, Washington, and North Carolina, and one each from Connecticut, Alabama, Iowa,New Hampshire, New York, Arkansas, Hawaii, Arizona, Michigan, Missouri, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Tennessee, and Puerto Rico.

DON LARSEN RETURNS TO VOLCANOES STADIUM

LEGENDS NIGHT

The SALEM-KEIZER VOLCANOES are proud to announce that baseball legend DON LARSEN will be coming to Volcanoes Stadium on Thursday, June 25.  Mr. Larsen's appearance will headline "Legends Night," an annual special event at the Stadium.  Mr. Larsen will be signing free autographs on the concourse for approximately one hour before the game.  After throwing out the honorary first pitch, Mr. Larsen will continue signing autographs, and meeting fans, during the first several innings of the game.  

Thursday's game is between the Volcanoes and the Boise Hawks (Chicago Cubs affiliate) and starts at 6:35 p.m.   Gates will open at 5:30 PM.

Don Larsen played major league baseball from 1953 to 1967.  On October 8, 1956, he became the only player in baseball history to pitch a perfect game in a World Series. Mr. Larsen played with eight different teams during his career, but is best known for his five seasons with the New York Yankees.  It was with the Yankees that Don Larsen pitched his perfect game against the Brooklyn Dodgers that helped the Yankees capture World Series Championship in 1956.  Larson played with such greats as Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra, Gil McDougald, and Billy Martin.   Mr. Larsen also played two and a half seasons with the San Francisco Giants (1962-4), the Volcanoes' Major League Affiliate.

TICKETS ON SALE

FOR ALL GAMES

INCLUDING DON LARSEN NIGHT

Tickets for the Volcanoes pre-season game, Friday, June 19, Opening Night, Tuesday, June 23, and all Volcanoes home games, including Don Larsen Night on Thursday, June 25, are now on sale at the Volcanoes Stadium box office. Tickets may also be reserved by phone, (503) 390-2225 ext. 3007, or online at www.volcanoesbaseball.com - Upper Box Seats $11, Reserved Seats $9, General Admission $7

UPCOMING EVENTS THIS SEASON

Friday, June 19         7:05pm      Volcanoes vs. College All-Stars  The Volcanoes play their annual pre-season game versus the College All-Stars.  Get your first glimpse of the 2009 Volcanoes and see many former local prep players on the field with the All-Stars at Volcanoes Stadium.

Sunday, June 21        Father's Day Breakfast at Volcanoes Stadium -  9:00am - 12:00pm:  The Volcanoes Stadium Lava Lodge will be serving breakfast on Father's Day.  Menu includes:  Pancakes, Sausages, Eggs, juice and coffee for $6.00 adults, children $4.00.  Plus FREE fun activities for Dad's and their children including: Speed Pitch, Volcanoes Batting Cage, and playing catch on the field -- bring your mitts!  You can pre-purchase Father's Day Breakfast Tickets by calling (503) 390-2225 ext. 3007.

Sunday, June 21        Fan-Fest at Volcanoes Stadium -  12:00pm - 3:00pm:   Admission is FREE.            Meet the 2009 Volcanoes and get autographs and watch the Volcanoes compete in a Home Run Derby (noon - 12:45pm) !!!   There will also be a variety of activities and entertainment available throughout the day, such as a Celebrity Softball Game (1:30pm to 2:30pm), Volcanoes Speed Pitch, Batting Cage and more.  Great opportunity to "Pick Your Seats" for the upcoming season with ticket packages on sale throughout the day.  There will also be a Turn Back the Clock Day SALE with savings up to 80% OFF on selected merchandise !!

Tuesday, June 23      6:35pm    Opening Night.  Volcanoes open Northwest League action versus the Boise Hawks.  It is also "KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night Tickets".  Bring a KRAFT Singles wrapper to the ballpark box office for a steal of a deal!  Buy One Ticket Get One Free from KRAFT Singles!  Visit kraftsingles.com for details.

Wednesday, June 24 6:35pm    PRIZE WHEEL WEDNESDAY !!  Spin to Win !  It's also "St. Paul Rodeo Night".   Meet and greet the Rodeo Court Princesses of the St. Paul Rodeo Volcanoes continue the action against the Boise Hawks.

Thursday, June 25    6:35pm    New York Yankees Legend - Don Larsen Night !!  Yankees great, Don Larsen, who pitched the only perfect game in World Series history will be on hand to sign free autographs for the fans.  It's also AWESOME 3000 Night !  All Awesome 3000 participants, wearing their 2009 Awesome 3000 shirt, will be admitted free and will be invited to meet the Volcanoes players on the field prior to the game (must arrive by 6:00pm) and run the bases after the game.  It is also $1.00 Thursday.    Select Adult Beverages are just $1.00 in the Stadium's Lava Lodge.  Volcanoes continue the week against the Boise Hawks.

Friday, June 26         7:05pm     F I R E W O R K S !!    Spectacular post-game Fireworks Show presented by PT Northwest.  Enjoy a wide variety of events this evening with a pre-game concert by Maggie Felber, watch Archbishop Vlazny throw out the ceremonial first pitch to kick off Catholic Night, and last but not least it is also GO GREEN NIGHT!  Come and visit with all the vendors in Marion County that can give you tips and tricks to going green and staying green!  Volcanoes continue the week against the Boise Hawks.

Saturday, June 27     5:05pm     Youth Baseball Night -  ALL youth baseball and softball players* are invited to meet the Volcanoes on the field prior to the game (must arrive by 4:30) Wear your team uniform and/or hat.  Come watch as the Volcanoes wrap up their homestand against the Boise Hawks.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and end your summer evening enjoying a Post-Game concert by Maggie Felber.

VOLCANOES' POPULAR "HOST FAMILY" PROGRAM BEGINS 13^TH YEAR

An Experience of a Life Time - Still Time to Host a Player

The Salem-Keizer Volcanoes, a Class A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, will arrive soon in Salem-Keizer.  The franchise has a history of offering host family opportunities to local families.  The Volcanoes will keep this tradition intact by living with families in the Salem-Keizer area this summer.  This is an excellent opportunity to ‘live the life of a professional athlete' through an ‘adopted player' for a few months.  Team members will begin arriving on June 16th and will need housing for the period from June 17th to approximately September 11th, depending on post-season play.  Interested families should have a spare bedroom, live close to the Keizer area or on public transportation routes or have alternative transportation methods available for the players.  Team members averaged age is 20 - 22 years old.  The players do supply compensation to the families to help offset their room and board expenses.  Families who would like more information on this exciting program should contact, Kari Naughton at (503) 393-2311 or cell 503-930-1466 or Jerry Howard at 390-2225 ext 3002.

CLUBHOUSE CHAT with JERRY WALKER

Words from the Co-Owner

VOLCANOES COMPLETE 2009 SCHEDULE AND EVENTS LISTING

Best Schedule Yet!

Salem-Keizer's complete schedule, including game times, is listed below along with major events and attractions to be featured at Volcanoes Stadium during the season.    All games, home and away, will be carried on 1490 KBZY with Mark Gilman.  "The Bullpen," the Volcanoes pre-game show featuring Major League and NWL scores, stories and interviews airs prior to each game.

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?  (Tracking former Volcanoes)

As of June 1, this is how some of our favorite former Volcanoes are doing this year.

SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS:

Noah Lowry ('01) injured his shoulder, had surgery, and is out for the 2009 year, hoping to return in 2010.   Jonathon Sanchez ('04) is 2-4 with a 4.75 ERA.   Tim Lincecum ('06) is 4-1 with a 3.01 ERA, and has struck out 91 with only 21 walks.   Travis Ishikawa ('03) is hitting 2.62; Pablo Sandoval ('05) .301, 3 HR; Manny Burris ('06) .271 and a team-leading 11 stolen bases; Fred Lewis ('02) .275, 3 HR; and Nate Schierholtz ('03) .237.

FRESNO GRIZZLIES:   AAA

Pat Misch ('03) was placed on waivers.   Ryan Sadowski ('03) is 4-2, 3.74 ERA; Geno Espineli is 2-2, 3.80 ERA; Kevin Pucetas ('06) is 5-1, 3.47  ERA.   Catchers Steve Holm ('01) is hitting .283; Adam Witter ('06) .260,

4 HR.   Infielders Jake Wald ('02) .202; Kevin Frandsen ('04) .324, 5 HR; Ryan Rohlinger ('06) .304, 5 HR; Matt Downs ('07) .289, 6 HR.   Outfielders John Bowker ('04) .339, 4 HR, team-leading 9 SB; Brian Horwitz ('04) .305, 2 HR; Clay Timpner ('04) .248, 2HR; Mike McBryde ('06) .224; Tyler Graham ('06) .204, 1 HR.

CONNECTICUT DEFENDERS:  AA

Jesse Foppert ('01) 0-3, 5.65 ERA; Brooks McNiven ('03) 0-2, 5.40 ERA; Mike Musgrave ('03) 2-0, 5.23 ERA; Dan Griffin ('05) 2-4, 6.04 ERA;

Nick Pereira ('05) 0-1, 4.91 ERA; Ben Snyder ('06) 3-1, 1.91 ERA and team-leading 43 K's; Jesse English ('06-'07) 3-3, 4.02 ERA; Waldis Joaquin ('06-'07) 0-3, 4.56 ERA, Daryl Maday ('07) 2-2, 3.99 ERA; Dan Otero ('07) 0-0, 0.51 ERA, 11 Saves; Joe Paterson ('07) 1-2, 0.83 ERA; Steve Edlefson ('07) 2-0, 3.18 ERA.   Catchers Jackson Williams ('07) .234, 1 HR; Tyler LaTorre ('06-'07) .274, 1 HR.  Infielders Brian Bocock ('06) .171; Brad Boyer ('06) .271, 1 HR; Brett Pill ('06) .285, 3 HR; Sharlon Schoop ('06-'07) .293; Andy D;Alessio ('07) .194, 1 HR; Brock Bond ('07) .299, 1 HR;

Brandon Crawford ('08) .261, 1 HR.   Outfielders Eddy Martinez-Esteve ('04) .283, 3 HR; Mike Mooney ('04-'05) .226, 3 HR; Bobby Felmy ('06) .244, 3 HR.

SAN JOSE GIANTS:   Long Season A

Pitchers Craig Whitaker ('04) 1-1, 4.82 ERA; Clayton Tanner ('06) 3-1, 3.03 ERA; Wilmin Rodriguez ('06) 1-0, 3.09 ERA; Scott Barnes ('07) 5-2, 3.97 ERA; Craig Clark ('07) 4-2, 3.06 ERA; David Mixon ('07) 0-1, 6.64 ERA;

Oliver Odle ('07) 2-6, 5.86 ERA; Daniel Turpen ('07) 2-1, 1.47 ERA;

TJ Brewer ('07) 2-1, 3.86 ERA; Edwin Quirarte ('08) 0-3, 5.03 ERA.

Catchers Mike Ambort ('07-'08) .302, 1 HR; Buster Posey ('08) .304, 8 HR;

Trent Kline ('08) .286.  Infielders Angel Villalona ('07) .308, 8 HR; Pepe Frias ('08) .196; Conor Gillaspie ('08) .263, 1 HR; Skyler Stromsmoe ('08) .267; Ryan Lormond ('08) .400.   Outfielders Shane Jordan ('07) .167; Thomas Neal ('07) .320, 8 HR.

AUGUSTA GREENJACKETS:  Long Season A

Pitchers Eric Stolp (‘'06-'07-'08) 2-1, 2.70 ERA; Chance Corrigan ('07)

3-2, 3.81 ERA; Dan Runzler ('07-'08) 1-1, 0.76 ERA; Justin Fitzgerald ('08)

0-2, 4.01 ERA; Shane Kaufman ('08) 0-1, 6.63 ERA; Aaron King ('08) 1-3, 5.17 ERA; Mike Loree ('08) 2-4, 4.50 ERA; Kyle Nicholson ('08) 4-4, 3.66 ERA; Kelvin Marte ('07-'08) 1-1, 3.00; Ari Ronick ('08) 3-3, 3.52 ERA; Eric Surkamp ('08) 3-1, 4.23 ERA; Trey Webb ('08) 1-0, 1.62 ERA; Chris Wilson ('08) 1-1, 5.63; Andy Reichard ('08) 1-2, 4.76 ERA; Paul Oseguera ('06-07) 1-1, 1.89 ERA.   Catchers Johnny Monell ('08) .258, 1 HR; Infielders Ehire Adrianza ('08) .269, 1 HR; Mike Loberg ('08) .218, 2 HR;

Outfielders Francisco Peguero ('08) .280;

Volcanoes pitcher Adam Cowart ('06) was released by the Giants.   All of us at the Volcanoes wish him the very best in his future endeavors.

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