Press Release on Game 2

World Series Game 2 - Thursday, October 20, 2011 – 7:05 PM CT
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10:00 AM Representatives of Major League Baseball and the St. Louis Cardinals will join the family of Roberto Clemente on a visit of Loyola Academy of St. Louis.
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Starlight Fun Center Donation (11:30 AM): MLB works with Starlight Children’s Foundation to purchase a Fun Center™ on behalf of all four Clubs in the League Championship Series. Today, Vera Clemente along with MLB and Club executives will dedicate the Fun Center at St. Louis’ Children’s Hospital. A Fun Center is a mobile entertainment unit that includes a Nintendo Wii gaming system, a DVD player and flat screen LCD TV monitor.
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Roberto Clemente Award Presented by Chevrolet: Major League Baseball will announce the recipient of the 2010 Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevrolet at a press conference prior to Game Two of the World Series. The Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevrolet recognizes a Major League Baseball player who best represents the game of baseball through positive contributions, including sportsmanship and community involvement, on and off the field.
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3:00 – 5:45 P.M. A Pre-Game Rally in Ballpark Village (Clark & Broadway)
Live music featuring Fat Pocket and Griffen and the Gargoyles, entertainment, prizes and more
Appearances by Fredbird, Team Fredbird, and the Cardinals Rally Squirrel
Photo opportunities with Mike Matheny, Jack Clark, and the ‘82 and ‘06 World Series trophies

Gates will open at 5:00 P.M. CT

Fans will receive a Rally Towel sponsored by Chevrolet

Pre-Game Ceremony Details:

Budweiser Clydesdales

Roberto Clemente Award presentation on-field ceremony

First Pitch by Lou Brock

National Anthem – Trace Adkins