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CYCLONES ANNOUNCE 2013 SCHEDULE

The 2013 Brooklyn Cyclones season will begin on June 17th at Staten Island before opening the home schedule at MCU Park a day later with a matchup with the Yankees on Tuesday, June 18th.

CONEYRECOVERS.ORG HOLIDAY PARTY

Celebrate the holiday season at Coney Island's Winter Celebration on Thursday, December 13th. All proceeds from the event will benefit ConeyRecovers.org and help those affected by Super Storm Sandy.

HANSEL ROBLES ADDED TO METS 40-MAN ROSTER

The New York Mets have added righthanded pitchers Zack Wheeler, Hansel Robles, Gonzalez Germen and Greg Burke, lefthanded pitcher Darin Gorski and infielder Wilfredo Tovar to the 40-man roster, which now is at 39. Robles, Gorski and Tovar all played in Brooklyn.

HELP THOSE IN NEED THROUGH CONEYRECOVERS.ORG

The “Alliance for Coney Island” today launched ConeyRecovers.org, a multipronged relief and recovery effort to help Coney Island residents and businesses dealing with the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.

2012 NYPL AWARDS ANNOUNCED

At the end of each season the New York-Penn League, a Class-A short-season league, holds annual awards that honor the best teams, executives, and club staff of the year. This season the Cyclones were honored as a team, as well as one individual from the front office staff.

HALLOWEEN PARADE - OCTOBER 27th

On Saturday, October 27th MCU Park will be the starting line for the Coney Island Halloween Parade. Guests can arrive at 11:00 am for registration.

CYCLONES TAKE ON THE WORLD

With the World Baseball Classic qualifying rounds set to begin on Wednesday, there are seven former Cyclones who are getting ready to take on the world.

JOIN THE CYLONES FOR THE TAKE STEPS WALK

The Walk program is truly one of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s (CCFA) most remarkable events. Locally, there is a walk held in NYC and in Brooklyn. In 2011 those two walks brought together over 900 participants and raised over $246,000 for crucial research, education and support programs of the CCFA. This year is already reaching new heights and bringing together patients, families, and friends.

CYCLONES AND METS EXTEND AFFILIATION

The New York Mets and the Brooklyn Cyclones today jointly announced that they have renewed their Player Development Contract for four more years. The renewal will keep the Cyclones as the Mets’ affiliate through at least the 2016 season. The four-year extension is the longest allowed by Major League Baseball.

HOLD YOUR EVENT AT MCU PARK

MCU Park is a venue unlike any other. It is both serene and exciting, state of the art and nostalgic. It is also the perfect setting for your corporate or private event. We are offering a special opporunity to take advantage of this unparalleled setting during the month of October.

A LOOK BACK AT THE 2012 SEASON

The Cyclones finished the 2012 regular season with a 45-31 record en route to their fourth straight playoff appearance. Rich Donnelly became the first manager to lead the team to back-to-back playoff berths and Hansel Robles set a franchise record with a 1.11 ERA during the regular season.

CYCLONES SEASON COMES TO A CLOSE WITH 2-0 LOSS

The Cyclones season came to a close on Monday night as Brooklyn fell to the Hudson Valley Renegades, in a decisive Game Three, by the score of 2-0. With the loss, Brooklyn’s season comes to an end in the New York-Penn League SemiFinals for the second consecutive season. Brooklyn managed only one hit in the game, a third inning single from Phillip Evans, and failed to get a runner aboard in the final five innings of the contest.

CYCLONES SUFFER 8-1 LOSS AT HUDSON VALLEY

Eudy Pina's home run was the only offense for the Cyclones on Sunday night as they fell to Hudson Valley 8-1 in Game Two of the NYPL SemiFinals. A must-win Game Three will take place Monday at 6:05 pm with RHP Luis Cessa on the mound for Brooklyn.

ROBLES REWARDED FOR STERLING SEASON

On Saturday afternoon Hansel Robles may have gotten a glimpse into his future when he took center stage at Citi Field as the recipient of the Sterling Award for the Cyclones, emblematic of the team MVP. Robles set a franchise record with a 1.11 ERA and a 6-1 record during the 2012 regular season

ROBLES THROWS COMPLETE GAME IN 4-0 WIN

Hansel Robles threw a nine-inning complete game on Friday to lead the Cyclones to a 4-0 shutout victory over the Hudson Valley Renegades in Game One of the playoffs. It was the third nine-inning complete game in franchise history, and the first since August 28, 2010.

CYCLONES vs. RENEGADES SERIES PREVIEW

The Cyclones will open up the NYPL SemiFinals on Friday evening when they take on the Hudson Valley Renegades in Game One of a best-of-three series. The division rivals are familiar with each other, having squared off 10 times this season with Brooklyn going 7-3 against the Renegades. Here's a look at the series at a glance.

OH WHAT A NIGHT!

After fighting tooth and nail through a 76 game schedule, the Cyclones are headed to the playoffs. And when the last out of the regular season was recorded, the team blew off some steam in a celebration that will go down as one for the ages!

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR GAME ONE OF THE FINALS

The Cyclones lead the best-of-three NYPL Semi-Finals 1-0 thanks to a win over the Hudson Valley Renegades on Friday night. If the Cyclones are able to close out the series, they will open the NYPL Finals at MCU Park on Tuesday, September 11th. Tickets are on sale now and all seats are just $10.

FAN APPRECIATION DAY -- SEPTEMBER 5th

Come out to MCU Park on Wednesday, September 5th for Fan Appreciation Night! The Cyclones will face the Lowell Spinners in their last contest of the 2012 regular season. First pitch is scheduled for 6:00 PM. After the game, all fans are invited to run the bases.

PLAYOFF TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!!

With the season winding down, the Cyclones are on the verge of their fourth consectuvie playoff berth. You have a chance to be part of all the drama and action of postseason baseball at MCU Park when tickets go on sale Thursday, August 30th at 10:00 am.

KIRK NIEWENHUIS T-SHIRT JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 4th

Come out to the ballpark on Tuesday, September 4th as the Cyclones make a final push for the playoffs! The team will take on the Lowell Spinners at 6:00 PM. The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a Kirk Nieuwenhuis t-shirt jersey; and after the game, everyone can run the bases.

ENJOY THE FEASTIVAL ON SEPTEMBER 3RD

Come out to the ballpark on Monday, September 3rd when the Cyclones take on the Lowell Spinners at 6:00 PM and enjoy the Feast-ival. This mouth-watering food option includes a barbeque buffet of Nathan’s hot dogs, Brooklyn Burgers, baked beans, watermelon, potato chips, popcorn, ice cream, lemonade, and iced tea.

CELEBRATE LABOR DAY WITH THE CYCLONES

Don't let the summer get away just yet. Head to Coney Island for some Fireworks, BBQ and Baseball on Labor Day when Brooklyn welcomes the Lowell Spinners. In honor of the holiday, the team is offering a special Feastival package, which costs just $18 and includes All-You-Can-Eat BBQ.

BAT DAY SUNDAY FUNDAY -- SEPTEMBER 2nd

On Sunday, September 2nd, Brooklyn will host Staten Island one last time as the Cyclones face their final matchup against the Yankees. First pitch is scheduled for 5:00 PM. September 2nd will be Sunday Funday Bat Day, where the first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a light blue bat. Also, pre-game catch will take place on the field from 4 to 4:30 PM, and kids can run the bases after the final out of the game.

CYCLONES VS. YANKEES SUNDAY AT MCU PARK

The season may be winding down but the rivalry between the Cyclones and Yankees is just getting started. The Cyclones will welcome their cross-bridge rivals on Sunday with a playoff berth on the line!

CYCLONES FALL 3-1 AFTER LATE HUDSON VALLEY BLAST

Luis Mateo gave the Cyclones 7.0 strong innings, surrendering just one earned run off four hits with one walk and eight strikeouts in the Cyclones' 3-1 loss to the Hudson Valley Renegades.

IN THE PEN: PAUL SEWALD

Paul Sewald, 22, was selected by the Mets in the 10th round of the 2012 MLB Draft as a senior out of the University of San Diego. His 18-year-old brother John went in the 34th round to the Orioles. While the two are separated by just enough age that they have never played together in a sanctioned game, Paul and John could potentially face each other somewhere down the line, as they pursue their dreams of playing in the majors.

PLAYOFF PRE-SALE FOR MINI PLANS STARTS FRIDAY

The calendar is closing in on September, and when you are talking about Brooklyn Cyclones baseball, that can only mean one thing…it’s playoff time! Once again, the Cyclones are in a prime position to make a run towards the New York-Penn League Championship and here is your chance to make sure you don’t miss any of the action.

CYCLONES TO WEAR SKYLINE JERSEY SATURDAY

On Saturday, August 25th the Cyclones will take on the Staten Island Yankees at MCU Park at 6:00 pm. Brooklyn will be wearing special jerseys that will be raffled off throughout the game that will have a unique design featuring the one-of-a-kind Coney Island Skyline.

FORMER CYCLONE COLLIN MCHUGH TO MAKE MLB DEBUT

Former Cyclone Collin McHugh is scheduled to make his major-league debut for the New York Mets tomorrow, Thursday, August 23rd when the team takes on the Colorado Rockies at home. First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 PM. He will be the 37th former Cyclone to make it to the big leagues.

JERSDAY THURSDAY - AUGUST 23rd

Head to MCU Park on Thursday, August 23rd when the Cyclones turn back the clock for Jersday Thursday with the first 3,000 fans in attendance receiving a 1904-style Cyclones jersey courtesy of Municipal Credit Union. Game time is 7:00 pm when Brooklyn takes on Tri-City in what could be a playoff preview.

SOLES 4 SOULS AT MCU PARK - AUGUST 23rd

As part of Giving Back Week, the Cyclones wil be collecting shoes at the ballpark on Thursday, August 23rd for the organization Soles4Souls. Since 2005, Soles4Souls has distributed over 19 million pairs of new and gently worn shoes around the globe to those in need.

GIVING BACK WEEK AT MCU PARK

From August 21-23, the Brooklyn Cyclones will celebrate Giving Back Week at MCU Park. Their goal is to raise $15,000 for area charities during a three-game Cyclones homestand when the team takes on the Tri-City Valley Cats. You can be a part of it by purchasing tickets - with $5 from every ticket sold going towards the cause - and through various other ballpark ininitiatives.

BARK IN THE PARK -- AUGUST 22nd

When the Cyclones hold Bark in the Park Night on August 22nd, there will be one little puppy who knows his way around the ballpark better than most. Boomer, a Havanese puppy just a few months old, is the latest adition to the family of Kevin Ponte, the Head Turf Manager at MCU Park.

PET FOOD DRIVE -- AUGUST 22nd

Wednesday, August 22 is Bark in the Park Night. Fans are asked to bring a can of dog and cat food to be donated to the Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals – a coalition of more than 150 animal rescue groups and shelters working with Animal Care & Control of NYC (AC&C) to end the killing of healthy and treatable cats and dogs at AC&C shelters.

HEADING DOWN THE HOME STRETCH AT MCU PARK

The Cyclones will return to MCU Park on Thursday, August 30th for the final Jersday Thursday of the year. Brooklyn will begin their push for the playoffs when they take on the Hudson Valley Renegades before welcoming the Staten Island Yankees on Friday and Sunday.

BOBBY PARNELL T-SHIRT JERSEY - AUGUST 21st

The Cyclones return to MCU Park on Tuesday, August 21st to take on the Tri-City Valley Cats in what could be a playoff preview. The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a a Bobby Parnell T-Shirt Jersey courtesy of Caesars.

FOOD DRIVE - AUGUST 21st

The Cyclones will be holding a food drive on Tuesday, August 21, and ask that all who attend bring cans of non-perishable food to be donated to Reaching Out Community Services – a nonprofit, volunteer organization dedicated to the distribution of food and other basic items to needy families and individuals in the Brooklyn area since 1992.

BASEBALL CARD SETS ON-SALE NOW

It doesn't matter if you are a little leaguer or playing baseball professionally. The day that you receive your baseball card is always a special day. Find out what the 2012 Cyclones thought about their first baseball cards as a professional.

DOO WOP AT THE BALLPARK FRIDAY

Tickets are on sale now for our annual Doo Wop at the Ballpark concert on Friday, August 17th. This year's show feature Kenny Vance and the Planotones and more! Get your tickets now for this musical trip down memory lane.

STEFAN SABOL: RIGHT WHERE HE BELONGS

Stefan Sabol was drafted in the 17th round after his senior year of high-school and he wrestled with the decision to turn pro or attend college. Two years later, Stefan finally has some closure because he is right where he belongs...Brooklyn!

FOUR CYCLONES NAMED TO ALL-STAR TEAM

The New York-Penn League has announced the rosters for the eighth annual New York-Penn League All-Star Game to be played at Mahoning Valley’s Eastwood Field on Tuesday, August 14th and once again the Cyclones are well represented on the National League affiliates roster.

BAT DAY SUNDAY FUNDAY -- AUGUST 12th

Sunday is Funday at MCU Park. This Sunday, fans have the chance to head to the field pre-game for a special autograph session with Cyclones players, and then stick around post-game for Kid Run the Bases. But that's not all. The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a full-sized wooden bat that is PERFECT for autographs. That's a Sunday full of excitement from beginning to end!

IN THE PEN: BECK WHEELER

Every week we will highlight a Cyclones hurler as part of our "In the Pen" series presented by PenFactory.com. This week we focus on Beck Wheeler, who beat the odds to make it to Brooklyn and professional baseball.

CYCLONES CAP GIVEAWAY - AUGUST 11th

Head to MCU Park on Saturday, August 11th and the first 3,000 fans in attendance for the 6:00 pm game against the Vermont Lake Monsters will receive a Cyclones cap. Then stick around post-game and enjoy a fireworks extravaganza. Tickets start at just $9.

CYCLONES PLAYS OF THE WEEK

Here is a look at the best plays from the week that was for the Brooklyn Cyclones. The team returns to MCU Park on Friday to open a three-game series against the Vermont Lake Monsters.

PERFORMANCE T-SHIRT - AUGUST 10th

On Friday, August 10th the first 3,000 fans in attendance for the 7:00pm game against the Vermont Lake Monsters will receive a Cyclones performance t-shirt courtesy of Midwood Ambulance. Then stick around after the game and enjoy the Coney Island Fireworks from the comfort of your seat in the ballpark.

FIREWORKS AT MCU PARK FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Kick your weekend off with a BANG at MCU Park on Friday and Saturday night with post-game fireworks. Come see the Cyclones take on the Vermont Lake Monsters at 7:00 on Friday and 6:00 on Saturday as Brooklyn continues the push for the playoffs. Tickets start at just $9.

CYCLONES LADIES CLINIC -- AUGUST 11th

Take HER out to the ballgame for the Ladies Clinic at MCU Park on Saturday, August 11th at MCU Park. Learn the fundamentals of the game with an emphasis on FUN from the Cyclones players while enjoying a day at the ballpark.

CYCLONES MENS CAMP - AUGUST 12th

Here's your chance to take the field with the Brooklyn Cyclones and try your hand at what it is like being a professional baseball player. Sign up for the 2012 Mens Camp on August 12th at MCU Park.

BEACH BUM DANCE CLINIC -- AUGUST 11th

The Brooklyn Cyclones Beach Bums will hold their annual Dance Clinic at MCU Park on Saturday, August 11th. The clinic, which is open to children 10 and older, costs just $25 and include two ticket that evening's game.

JOHAN SANTANA TALKS ABOUT RECOVERY AND CYCLONES

In his first time on the mound since being placed on the 15 day DL, Johan Santana was impressive in a rehabilitation start for the Cyclones tossing 3.0 scoreless frames allowing only one hit.

AFTERNOON BASEBALL - AUGUST 6th

Who wants to go to work on Monday anyway? Head to MCU Park on Monday, August 6th when the Cyclones take on the Auburn Doubledays at 11:00 AM. Enjoy the sun and some great baseball action instead of sitting in traffic or on a crowded subway car.

BABY'S FIRST BALLGAME -- AUGUST 5TH

There will be plenty of "Awwww" moments on Sunday evening at MCU Park when they Cyclones celebrate Baby's First Ballgame during their 5:00 pm game against the Auburn Doubledays.

OLD TIME BASEBALL AT MCU PARK -- AUGUST 5th

Coming to the ballpark for Bat Day Sunday Funday on Sunday, August 5th? Get here early for a chance to see a special exhibition game from the Atlantic Base Ball Club which plays using the same rules, equipment and uniforms as the Brooklyn Atlantics from 1864. The exhibition will start promptly at 3:30 pm.

JOHAN SANTANA TO PITCH FOR CYCLONES SUNDAY

Mets pitcher Johan Santana will make a rehab start for the Cyclones on Sunday, August 5th as the team takes on the Auburn Doubledays at 5:00 PM. Coincidentally, Santana pitched for Auburn early on in his career when they were an Astros affiliate in 1997 and 1998.

DSNY SANDY BOBBLEHEAD -- AUGUST 4th

The Cyclones will celebrate Department of Sanitation Appreciation Night on Saturday, August 4th when they on the Auburn Doubledays at 6:00 PM. The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a DSNY Sandy bobblehead courtesy of Municipal Credit Union.

TRASH YOUR EX AT MCU PARK -- AUGUST 4th

Come to MCU Park on Saturday, August 4th as we celebrate "Trash Your Ex" night. We are asking fans to bring their old momentos from relationships past and put them where they belong...IN THE TRASH!

SOCIAL MEDIA MADNESS - AUGUST 3rd

Join the Cyclones on Friday, August 3rd for our 2nd Annual Social Media Madness at MCU Park. There will be prizes, giveaways and contests galore.

IRISH HERITAGE NIGHT - AUGUST 2ND

Head to MCU Park on Thursday, August 2nd for Irish Heritage Night when the Cyclones take on the Connecticut Tigers at 7:00 pm. The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a Cyclones Irish Jersey presented by Budweiser. Tickets start at just $9 and are on-sale now!

ARE YOU THE NEXT MILLIONAIRE?

Do you have what it takes to be the next Millionaire? Open auditions for "Who Wants to be a Millionaire?" will take place on Thursday, August 2nd at MCU Park. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the audition test starts PROMPTLY at 6:00 PM.

SALUTE TO VETERANS: AUGUST 1st

Join the Cyclones on August 1st as we pay tribute to the men and women of our armed forces who have served our country in the battle to keep us free and safe on Salute to Veterans night at the ballpark. The Cyclones will be giving away 100 pairs of tickets to veterans who show their proof of service at the MCU Park box office.

6th ANNUAL CYCLONES CHARITY GOLF OUTING

Join us for the Sixth Annual Brooklyn Baseball Charity Golf Outing at Dyker Beach Golf Course on Tuesday, July 31 at 1:30 PM. The event will raise money for the ALS Association of Greater New York.

IN THE PEN: TYLER VANDERHEIDEN

After his sophomore year at Oak Grove High School, Tyler Vanderheiden wasn’t having much success on the mound so his coach asked if he would be willing to try throwing sidearm. Vanderheiden practiced over the summer and that was the beginning of his career as a submarine pitcher.

FDNY vs. NYPD BASEBALL -- JULY 27th

Come to MCU Park on July 27th to see the New York's Bravest take on New York's Finest in their annual hard ball showdown at MCU Park. Tickets are just $10

DAY BASEBALL AT MCU PARK -- JULY 24th

Who wants to work when you can spend your afternoon at the ballpark? Head to MCU Park on Tuesday, July 24th for a special 11:00 AM start when the Cyclones take on the Aberdeen IronBirds. Be sure to check out our Facebook page for a special ticket offer for this game.

BALLET & BASEBALL: A HISTORY IN NINE INNINGS -- JULY 23

Join the Cyclones and Brooklyn Ballet on Monday, July 23rd for the first-ever Ballet & Baseball performance at MCU Park featuring a once-in-a-lifetime performance of A History of Ballet in Nine Innings.

BAT DAY SUNDAY FUN DAY -- JULY 22nd

Come to MCU Park on Sunday, July 22nd when the Cyclones take on the Yankees at 5:00 pm. The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a full-sized white bat courtesy of Verizon. But that's not all. From 4:00-4:30 fans can head down to the field for autographs and photos with their favorite Cyclones.

STING ADDED TO TNA WRESTLING - JULY 21st

TNA Impact Wrestling will make it's triumphant return to Coney Island and MCU Park on Saturday, July 21st for BaseBrawl featuring "The Icon" Sting. Tickets for this high-flying, non-stop action event are on sale NOW!

DILLON GEE BOBBLEHEAD -- JULY 20th

Head to MCU Park on Friday, July 20th for FDNY Night when the Cyclones take on the Yankees. The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a Dillon Gee Bobblehead courtesy of Lutheran Medical Center. Tickets start at just $9.

MEDIEVAL TIMES NIGHT -- JULY 17th

One of our most popular theme nights of years past returns to MCU Park on Tuesday, July 17th when the Cyclones host Medieval Times night at the ballpark. Enjoy the fun and excitement of Cyclones baseball with some jousting and sword fights in between the action. Tickets start at just $9.

BASEBALL: OFFICIAL LANGUAGE OF THE CYCLONES

Learning the game of baseball and becoming one of the premiere players in our national pastime isn’t an easy task for any professional baseball player. One of the biggest challenges for many players isn’t fielding ground balls or executing the perfect pitch: It’s the English language.

IKE DAVIS T-SHIRT JERSEY - JULY 17th

The Cyclones return to MCU Park on Tuesday, July 17th for the first Throwback T-Shirt Tuesday of the season. The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive an Ike Davis Cyclones T-Shirt Jersey courtesy of St. Francis College. Tickets start at just $9.

IN THE PEN: JOHN MINCONE

Every week BrooklynCyclones.com will highlight a member of the Cyclones pitching staff through our "In the Pen" feature presented by PenFactory.com. This week we focus on John Mincone who is thriving in his return to professional baseball with the Cyclones.

FURTHUR RETURNS TO MCU PARK -- JULY 13 & 14

Furthur, who rocked MCU Park in front of two sold-out crowds in 2010, will return to Brooklyn this summer for a pair of shows on Friday, July 13th and Saturday, July 14th. READ MORE

FOLLOW YOUR FAVORITE CYCLONES ON TWITTER

Keep tabs on your favorite Cyclones player 24/7 with our all-new Brooklyn Cyclones Twitter roster. Follow Brandon Nimmo, Kevin Plawecki, Phillip Evans and many more!

MAJOR LEAGUE VALUE, MINOR LEAGUE PRICE

Introducing the new Cyclones mini-mini plan. You get field box seats for three Cyclones games, with a $6 credit to spend on anything in the ballpark, plus free movie passes from Regal Cinema and a Wildwood BBQ Family Pack voucher. That's a value of almost $80 for just $48. Get your tickets NOW!

BENSONHURST'S 350th BIRTHDAY PARTY - JULY 9th

Head to MCU Park on Monday, July 9th as we celebrate Bensonhurst's 350th Birthday. All tickets for the game will be $9 and there will be a special birthday cake courtesy of "The Cake Boss."

JULY 9th -- ALL TICKETS $9

Head to MCU Park on Monday, July 9th when the Cyclones take on the Jamestown Jammers. All tickets - field box, box, or bleacher- will be just $9. Plus stick around after the game when EVERYONE can run the bases.

BAT DAY SUNDAY FUN DAY -- JULY 8th

Head to MCU Park this weekend for our first-ever Bat Day Sunday Funday. The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a full-sized baseball bat compliments of Holiday Inn Express. But we've got more fun in store!

FIREWORKS AT MCU PARK - JULY 7th

Didn't get your fill of fireworks on Independence Day? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Head to MCU Park this weekend for great baseball action and post game fireworks on Saturday night.

JURASSIC (ball)PARK -- JULY 7th

On Saturday, July 7th MCU Park will be taken back in time, to when dinosaurs roamed the earth, with Jurassic (ball)Park thanks to the all-new Field Station: Dinosaurs in Secaucus, NJ.

SPEND YOUR INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH US

On July 4th, Coney Island will be the perfect place to jump start your summer. Enjoy the Nathan's hot dog eating contest, spend some time at the beach and then cap your day with the first-place Cyclones and postgame fireworks. We have All-You-Can Eat Seats, Pay One Price Plans and more!

JERSDAY THURSDAY - JULY 5th

Head to MCU Park for the third in our series of Jersday Thursdays featuring the Black & Red jersey presented by Verizon. The first 3,000 fans in attendance for the 7:00 pm game against the Williamsport Crosscutters will receive this replica jersey.

JOEY CHESTNUT TICKET OFFER

In honor of Joey Chesnut's record performance down the block at the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, all bleacher tickets for tonight's game will be $6.50 starting at 1:15 pm. We know he ate 68 hot dogs and buns, but we figure by this point he's "refunded" at least three of them. Offer is valid ONLY at MCU Park box office.

MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT - JULY 2nd

Come to MCU Park on Monday, July 2nd for Military Appreciation Night when the Cyclones take on the Hudson Valley Renegades. Show your miliary identification and receive a field box ticket, food voucher and Cyclones cap for just $15.

TAKE YOUR BASE RUN/WALK TOMORROW

Join the American Cancer Society and the Brooklyn Cyclones on Saturday, June 30th for the 8th Annual Take Your Base Run/Walk on the famous Reigelmann Boardwalk on Coney Island.

WWE SUPERSTARS AT MCU PARK - JUNE 27th

On Wednesday, June 27th WWE Superstars ® Mark Henry and Zack Ryder as well as WWE Divas ® Lilian Garcia and Natalya will be at MCU Park as part of Anti-Bullying Night.

FRANCO FRIDAYS AT MCU PARK

Earlier this month John Franco was enshrined in the New York Mets Hall of Fame at Citi Field. Now, he is joining forces with the Cyclones for "Franco Fridays" at MCU Park where fans get two tickets, plus an orange DSNY t-shirt signed by the Mets Hall of Famer, for just $45. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the DSNY Employees Comunity Fund.

A.J. STYLES AT MCU PARK FRIDAY

As MCU Park gets ready to host TNA Wrestling's BaseBrawl at MCU Park, A.J. Styles will be at the ballpark on Friday, June 29th signing autographs and throwing out a ceremonial first pitch. TNA Wrestling returns to Coney Island on July 21st.

COLE FRENZEL: BACK IN THE NY GROOVE

After beginning his professional career with the Cyclones in 2011, Cole Frenzel is back in Brooklyn for year two. But this time he knows what he needs to do to make his next trip to the Big Apple come in the orange and blue of the New York Mets.

JERSDAY THURSDAY - JUNE 28th

Our second Jersday Thursday of the year will be on June 28th when the first 3,000 fans in attendance receive an alternate home jersey replica courtesy of Pepsi.

UNBEATABLE VALUE WITH THE PAY ONE PRICE PLAN

For every Monday and Wednesday home game - including Opening Day, June 18th - the Cyclones will offer unbeatable value with our $77 Pay One Price Four Pack.

MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR WARNER FUSSELLE

MCU Park will host a memorial service for Warner Fusselle on Friday, June 22nd at noon. The service is open to the public and will be held in The Gallery.

JERSDAY THURSDAY - JUNE 21st

Our ever-popular Jersday Thursday series is back for the 2012 season and will kick off on Thursday, June 21st with our Old School Road Jersey for the first 3,000 fans in attendance courtesy of SUNY Downstate.

LUNA PARK RIDE PASS GIVEAWAY - JUNE 25th

On Monday, June 25th the first 3,000 fans in attendance at the 7:00 pm game against the Hudson Valley Renegades will receive a pass for free rides at Luna Park.

FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC SERIES AT MCU PARK

This season, MCU Park will be a great venue not only for baseball, but also live music. With Williamsburg Night, being held on July 5, and the new Friday Night Music Series, beginning on June 29, fans can rock and jam out to some awesome musical performers before, after, and even during the Cyclones home games.

WHAT'S NEW AT MCU PARK

With Opening Day almost upon us, here is a quick look at some of the new things going on at MCU Park this season.

2012 ROSTER STARTS TO TAKE SHAPE

The Brooklyn Cyclones open their 2012 schedule on Monday, June 18th against the Yankees at MCU Park. The squad that will take the field on Opening Day will be one of the youngest in franchise history with an average age of just over 21 years old thanks to a record eight teenagers on the initial roster. One of those teens is 19-year-old outfielder Brandon Nimmo, who was the Mets First Round Pick in the 2011 draft.

BROOKLYN CYCLONES ANNOUNCE NEW FLAGSHIP RADIO DEAL

The Brooklyn Cyclones are proud to announce an all-new partnership with 89.5 WSOU – Seton Hall University Radio, as the team’s new flagship station for game broadcasts during the 2012 season. WSOU will air Opening Day and all 38 Cyclones road games over the airwaves on 89.5 FM, while streaming the entire 76-game season (and any playoff games) at BrooklynCyclones.com.

INTRODUCING YOUR 2012 BEACH BUMS

The Brooklyn Cyclones Beach Bums are a group of 10 qualified entertainers and performers who will interact and entertain Cyclones fans throughout the season. Here's your chance to get to know them!

WARNER FUSSELLE, VOICE OF THE CYCLONES, PASSES AWAY

Since the franchise's inception in 2001, there have been hundres of players who have taken the field for the Brooklyn Cyclones, but through it all, there has only been one voice - the legendary Warner Fusselle, who has called the play-by-play action for the Brooklyn faithful. Sadly, Fusselle passed away on Sunday evening at the age of 68.

KASKADE COMES TO MCU PARK JUNE 15TH

Kaskade, one of the countries hottest DJ's , will bring his "Freaks of Nature Tour" to Coney Island on Friday, June 15th for his lone New York City appearance. Tickets are on sale now!

2012 METS DRAFT RECAP

With the 2012 MLB First Year Player Draft wrapping up this week, here's a look at some of the names the Mets selected.

OPENING WEEK AT MCU PARK

The Cyclones open their 2012 campaign on Monday, June 18th against the Staten Island Yankees at 7:00 p.m. Later that week the Jersday Thursday series kicks off against the same Yankees on June 21st. Get your tickets now!

GARY CARTER FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER -- JUNE 29th

On Friday, June 29th the Cyclones will raise money for the Gary Carter Foundation with a special Jersey off the Back raffle. The team will also remember "The Kid" in a special pre-game ceremony.

JERSEY OFF THE BACK NIGHTS SET

Every year the Cyclones hold several "Jersey off the Back" nights at the ballpark where fans can purchase raffle tickets in order to win specially designed, game-worn uniforms with the proceeds benefiting various charities. This year there will be five such nights with all-new designs.

WIN PRIZES AS WE COUNT DOWN TO JUNE 18th

Starting Friday, June 1st and running through Opening Day, June 18th the Cyclones will be counting down the days with 18 days of prizes to get you ready for the 2012 Cyclones Season.

NATIONAL ANTHEM AUDITIONS - MAY 29th

Former American Idol finalist Kimberley Locke will be performing our National Anthem on Opening Day - June 18th vs. Staten Island. But the Cyclones are looking for great singers to perform prior to the other 37 home games. Do you have what it takes?

APPLY FOR NYPL CHARITABLE FUND SCHOLARSHIP

The Class-A Short-Season New York-Penn League and its member clubs today announced that the league’s philanthropic arm, the NYPL Charitable Foundation, will once again award over $10,000 in scholarships this summer to deserving high school graduates from the league’s 14 markets.

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!!

Individual Tickets for the 2012 Brooklyn Cyclones season are on sale now. Don't miss your chance to get tickets for Opening Day, Jersday Thursdays, and the rest of the 38-game schedule.

CYCLONES ALUMNI REPORT - MAY 14th

Here is our weekly look at how some of your favorite Cyclones from the past are performing so far during the 2012 campaign.

THE CYCLONES SOCIAL SCOREBOARD

Want to win a trip to 2013 Spring Training in Port St. Lucie? Or maybe a luxury suite at MCU Park? The Cyclones Social Scoreboard is here and ready to help you get a W!

NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS -- JUNE 25

On Monday, June 25th the Cyclones will celebrate a Night of Champions with Wide Receiver Hakeem Nicks and All-Pro Offensive Lineman David Diehl from the Super Bowl Champion New York Giants on hand to sign autographs.

CYCLONES ALUMNI REPORT - MAY 7th

Here is our weekly look at how some of your favorite Cyclones from the past are performing so far during the 2012 campaign.

CYCLONES ALUMNI REPORT - APRIL 30th

Here is our weekly look at how some of your favorite Cyclones from the past are performing so far during the 2012 campaign.

CYCLONES FEASTIVAL OFFERS ALL YOU CAN EAT

A lot of fans can't get their fill of Cyclones baseball, and with the new Friday Night Feast-ival that takes full to a whole new level! The new All-You-Can-Eat package offers an endless BBQ buffet plus the fun and excitement of Cyclones baseball for just $18.

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