Mariners release most crucial list of 2017: The SWAG

Sure, the Mariners are optimistic about making a playoff push after multiple offseason moves to bolster their already potent lineup and strong pitching staff. But we shouldn’t forget about another important aspect: the SWAG.

The Mariners, who will be celebrating their 40^th anniversary (and that includes special patches), announced the host of special events and promotion that will take place at Safeco Field during the 2017 season.

Here’s a rundown of days to circle on your Mariners calendar:

Edgar Martinez Weekend

He’s not in the Hall of Fame – yet – but the Mariners will celebrate the great Edgar Martinez on Aug. 11-13 weekend against the Angels.

• Aug. 11: Edgar Martinez Bobblehead night
• Aug. 12: Edgar’s #11 jersey will be retired during pregame ceremony; fans receive mini versions of the plaque that will be mounted on centerfield next to Ken Griffey Jr.’s #24 and Jackie Robinson’s #42
• Aug. 13: Edgar replica jersey day (First 45,000 fans for all three)

Griffey Statue

In honor of his induction to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2016, a statue of Ken Griffey Jr. will be dedicated at Safeco Field on Friday, April 14, when the Mariners meet the Texas Rangers. The first 45,000 fans will receive a replica of the statue.

More Bobbleheads

There seven total bobbleheads giveaways on the calendar. That includes on Wednesday, April 19, when Ichiro Suzuki and the Miami Marlins come to town. The first 20,000 fans will receive an Ichiro “HITstory” bobblehead that pays tribute to his record-setting 262 hit season in 2004 and his 3,000^th MLB hit on Aug. 7, 2016.

Other bobblehead nights (first 20,000 fans):

• Saturday, May 6 vs. Rangers: Felix Hernandez
• Saturday, May 20 vs. White Sox: Jay Buhner
• Saturday, June 3 vs. Rays: Nelson Cruz
• Saturday, July 8 vs. Athletics: Kyle Seager
• Saturday, Sept. 9 vs. Angels: Robinson Canó (also Salute to Latin American Beisebol Night).

Postgame Fireworks Nights

• Friday, June 2 vs. Tampa Bay, Dancing through the Decades theme
• Friday, June 23 vs. Houston Astros, Sounds of Seattle theme featuring music from Seattle’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame bands
• Monday, July 3 vs. Kansas City Royals, patriotic theme
• Friday, July 28 vs. New York Mets, Sing-A-Long
• Friday, Sept. 22 vs. Cleveland Indians, fan appreciation night

Camo and Beard hats are back

• On Saturday, April 15 vs. the Rangers, the first 20,000 fans will receive a Mariners cap with camo trim on the bill. It’s also Salute to Armed Forces Night, with ticket specials for all current and former members of the U.S. military and commemorative coins upon exit
• Friday, May 5 vs. Rangers, the Beard Hat is back to the first 20,000 fans with an updated look for 2017. It’s also College Night, with ticket specials for all registered students with college I.D.
• Friday, May 19 vs. the White Sox, is Kuma Bear Hoodie Night. The first 15,000 fans will get an adult-sized, navy Mariners jacket with a bear face and ears on the hood
• Saturday, June 24 vs. Houston, the first 20,000 fans will receive a Mariners cap
• Tuesday, July 4 vs. Kansas City the first 15,000 fans will receive a Stars & Stripes themed cowboy hat

Kingdome Memories

• On Friday, July 7 vs. Oakland, 10,000 fans will receive a Safeco Field snow globe, and 10,000 fans will receive a Kingdome snow globe
• On Saturday, July 29 vs. the Mets, 15,000 fans will receive a miniature replica of the U.S.S. Mariner — the yellow “ship” moored behind the outfield wall at the Kingdome that marked Mariners home runs with cannon fire

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