DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers released information Thursday for fans attending the team's Opening Day game Friday at Comerica Park.
Gates will open at 11 a.m. as the Tigers prepare to battle the Boston Red Sox at 1:10 p.m.
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Here's the information released by the team:
All fans at Friday’s game will receive a "Mr. I" button upon entry to the game. Fans are encouraged to be in their seats at 12:30 p.m. for opening ceremonies.
The ceremonial first pitch will be thrown by former Tiger and 2017 Hall of Fame Selection Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez.
The national anthem will be performed by the Wayne State University Quartet.
Honor Guard Introduction: The United States Marine Corps color guard.
Military Flyover: Four A-10 Thunderbolt II “Warthog” aircraft from the 107th Fighter Squadron and part of the 127th Wing located at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, MI.
The game ball will be delivered by Technical Sergeant Louis Jones of the Selfridge Air National Guard from Detroit. Technical Sergeant Jones is an Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic for the 191st Maintenance Squadron and has served nine tours of duty in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and most recently Operation Freedom Sentinel. He has proudly served in the United States Armed Forces for 36 years.
God Bless America will be performed by Staff Sergeant Amy Gould of the 126 Army Band during the 7th inning stretch. Flyover pilots and ground support will be introduced at that time.
Detroit Tigers Foundation 50/50 Raffle: The Detroit Tigers Foundation 50/50 Charity Raffle continues at Comerica Park this season at all Friday and Saturday home games. The partner charity for this weekend's 50/50 raffle is the Detroit Sports Commission. The Commission is a subsidiary of the Detroit Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau dedicated to enhancing the local economy and image of metro Detroit by attracting and hosting amateur sports events. Tickets will be sold on a digital platform and are two for $5, five for $10, 20 for $20 and 80 for $40. The winner will be announced on the Comerica Park scoreboard before the end of the game. The 50/50 Charity Raffle program has raised more than $1.4 million for charity.