Saturday, May 10, 2008

Diamond Dash, Tomorrow!


Moms, don't forget tomorrow you will have a chance to race to win a free diamond ring courtesy of Carbo Jewelers. Can't wait to see you all there. Happy Mother's Day and good luck!

The Saturday Morning Shuffle


Even for a Saturday night 6:05 games, the Newark Bears front office staff arrives at the ballpark at 9AM. There is a ton to do to get the ball park ready, and there are always numerous events taking place before the game even starts, (blood drive today!)- and most importantly there is usually breakfast. This morning, we enjoyed some bagels from The BagelBistro in North Arlington.
Jealous of our breakfast?? Don't forget to come out on Mother's Day when Bears General Manager, John Brandt will be cooking omelets for all moms!!

Friday, May 9, 2008

Jerson Ravelo Stops By!

Jerson Ravelo, an Olympic Boxer who currently lives in Newark, NJ, stopped by the Den for last night's game. Jerson will be boxing undefeated Olympic Gold Medalist Andre Ward in the Cayman Islands on Showtime, June 20th. Jerson was a 2000 Olympian for the Dominican Republic. Ravelo is 18-2 as a professional and looks to gain steps to a Super Middleweight Championship bout.

Jerson is active with the youth of Newark and assists them daily letting them know that there are people out there that do care.

Jerson, thank you for stopping by, best of luck next month!

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Castro Arrives!


Ladies and Gentleman, Ramon Castro has returned to Newark. Ramon arrived at the ballpark yesterday from Venezuela. Everyone is super excited to have Ramon back - not only because his crazy antics keep all us of entertained, but because Ramon finished off the season last year batting .343 - the 3rd highest in the Atlantic League! Ramon has been working out since he has arrived, and is looking forward to joining his teammates during the upcoming home stand. Welcome back!

Friday, May 2, 2008

Join our Team!


The Newark Relay for Life, benefiting the American Cancer Society is taking place at Bears & Eagles Riverfront Stadium on June 28- 29th - and fans, we need your help. Join the Newark Bears Relay team by clicking here.


The over night event is one of the largest fundraisers in the state, and the Newark Bears are proud to be apart of it. Stay tuned for updates on exciting performances and event highlights!

Wednesday, April 30, 2008

First Game in the Books!

Thanks to all the fans who came out to last night's home opener - it was a great success, and we hope that it is the first, of many great nights at The Den.
Here are some of our favorite pictures from the evening:








Starting line ups





Joanne Borgella singing the national anthem.








Rally & Ruppert
Let the season begin!

Monday, April 28, 2008

Memories

With the 2008 Bears home opener being merely hours away, Bears Blog asked around the front office to find out the staff's favorite 2007 home opener memories. Here are some of the responses:
Stu Smilowitz: The performance by Reggie. However, I am excited to see Rally top it this year!
Mike Luteran: The fireworks show - the first one of the season is always the best!.. and making fun of Mike Collazo
Mike Collazo: I heard that!
Stephanie Rosman: The pre-game ceremonies - even though I was really stressed out!
Stephanie Wray: Opening the store for the 1st time that season

What was your favorite memory? Post it in the comments!