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Tucson Padres Announce 2012 Schedule

The Tucson Padres will open their 2012 season at Kino Stadium on Thursday, April 5 vs. the Fresno Grizzlies. The Padres will play 72 home games, up from 68 home games in 2011. Additional highlights include a fireworks show on Tuesday, July 3 to get fans in the Fourth of July spirit and 13 Budweiser Thirsty Thursday games with the best drink specials in town. The Tucson Padres will also have three day games next season, after having all night games in 2011. The first three Sunday games of the 2012 season will have afternoon start times.

2012 Home Games by Day of the Week: Sunday (10), Monday (9), Tuesday (10), Wednesday (9), Thursday (13), Friday (11), Saturday (10).

2012 Home Games by Opponent: Colorado Springs (8, Rockies affiliate) Fresno (8, Giants affiliate) Iowa (4, Cubs affiliate) Las Vegas (8, Blue Jays affiliate) Memphis (4, Cardinals affiliate) Nashville (4, Brewers affiliate) Omaha (4, Royals affiliate) Reno (8, Diamondbacks affiliate) Sacramento (8, A's affiliate) Salt Lake (8, Angels affiliate) Tacoma (8, Mariners affiliate)

For Tucson Padres tickets, call (520) 434-1367, visit www.tucsonpadres.com As always, parking is free for all games at Kino Stadium.