2014 Seattle Mariners. FanFest Guide. Robinson Cano. Brad Miller. Mike Zunino

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1 2014 Seattle Mariners FanFest Guide Robinson Cano Brad Miller Mike Zunino

2 Welcome to Mariners FanFest! January 25 & 26, 11 a.m. 4 p.m. During your visit to Safeco Field, you ll find plenty to do as there are fun and games for fans of all ages! FanFest makes use of six levels of the ballpark plus the field itself, so make sure you visit each and every part so you don t miss a thing! K1 K4 K5 K6 K3 15 Kids Zone K2 14 K7 K MAIN LEVEL 8 ELEVATORS STAIRS Select- A-Seat ESCALATORS STROLLER PARKING CONCESSIONS Concessions: Sections 105, 109, 126, 128, 132, 136, 141, 185, The Pen Espresso: sections 111, 125 CELL PHONE CHARGING STATIONS 123, 133, The Pen Ticket Plans, Groups & Suites Info 19 Show your Season Ticket Holder ID Card, or lanyard (available at section 128) at select attractions and get on the express!

3 MAIN CONCOURSE ATTRACTIONS 1 Grounds Crew 101 Touch the Safeco Field grass and get your hands in the different types of dirt used on the warning track, pitcher s mound and infield by Head Groundskeeper, Bob Christofferson, and his staff. 2 Inside the Game presented by Mariners Team Stores Try on Felix s uniform, swing a game-used bat, checkout authentic lineup cards and take your picture in front of a Mariners Clubhouse locker. 3 Mariners Social Media Central Throughout the weekend Mariners players and personnel will be stopping by for Twitter takeovers and Facebook chats. Connect with your favorite team on Mariners.com, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and more. Be sure to tag your tweets and photos with #MarinersFF ESPN Seattle Booth Have your photo taken with the station s hosts and Mariners broadcasters throughout the weekend. Plus, watch as Shannon Drayer, Rick Rizzs and Aaron Goldsmith broadcast The Hot Stove League live from the ballpark on Saturday from 12-2pm. 5 Mariners Hall of Fame Last summer, Ken Griffey Jr. was inducted into the Mariners Hall of Fame. Stop by Sections to relive the special pregame ceremony and view the plaque that was presented to him. Plus, find out which former Mariner will be inducted this season! 6 Game Saving Grab Get out your cameras and take a snapshot of your game saving grab up against an outfield wall. 7 Boeing Catch in the Outfield Grab a glove and head out to left field for a little game of catch in the outfield. Enter at Section 144 to toss the ball around on a Major League field! 8 MLB Network Strike Zone It s the ultimate test of pitching accuracy. Paint the corners just like Felix and the rest of the Mariners staff at Section Pitching Gems The Mariners have had some memorable pitching performances over the years. Stop by Section 147 to view authentic memorabilia from Felix s perfect game and the 6-man no-hitter from Plus learn how to throw different pitches in an interactive exhibit. 10 Speed Pitch A strong arm is key in the Big Leagues; test yours at the Speed Pitch near Section King s Court Court is back in session at Safeco Field this season! Head out to Section 150 on the main concourse where you can vote on this year s King s Court t-shirt design. You can get tickets in the King s Court for all of Felix s home starts by visiting Mariners.com/Felix. 12 Mariners Season Ticket Select-A-Seat Whether you want 10, 16, 20, 40 or 81 games, there s a season ticket package for you. Visit Section 128 on the main concourse or the Home Run Porch above Edgar s Cantina near Section 151 to speak with a Mariners representative. See the seat color chart on the back page of your FanFest guidebook for more information. 13 Pitch in the Bullpen Test your fastball from a Major League bullpen. Throw a pitch where Tom Wilhelmsen and the rest of the Mariners relievers begin their work. Access the bullpen via the stairs located in left field beneath Section ESPN Seattle Home Run Challenge Swing for the fences just like new Mariners, Robinson Cano and Corey Hart. To see if you ve got what it takes, access this attraction via the stairs located in left field beneath Section 183. U.S. Bank Mariners Kids Zone Fun activities geared toward our younger fans. K1 U.S. Bank Kids Club For just $15, this year s package includes $1 ticket vouchers to 24 preselected games, drawstring backpack, cap and additional opportunities to attend autograph sessions and batting practices. Register today at the Mariners Team Store or the Kids Clubhouse and bring your receipt to the Kids Club table near section 184 for a special gift with purchase! K2 Carnival Games Try your hand at a variety of carnival games including Knock em Over, Crazy Cans, Bean Bag Toss and Ring Toss. K3 Face Painters Paint on your Mariner Mojo here. Enjoy face painting and balloon artists with the Merry Makers. Free of charge! K4 Prize Wheel All kids 14 and under are invited to spin the wheel to win a great Mariners prize! (while supplies last) K5 Seattle Children s Hospital Playfield It s a playground located inside a ballpark how much more fun can one kid have?! K6 Moose Den Meet the Mariner Moose throughout the day and get an autograph or picture with the best mascot in baseball. K7 Big League Bunt Test your ability to play small ball at this skills challenge located near Section 191 in center field. K8 Home Run Obstacle Course Our youngest fans can climb their way to a home run through 40 feet of inflatable awesomeness. *waiver required 3

4 Main Concourse Attractions (continued) 15 Roof Control Room Tours Visit the room that houses perhaps the most important button in all of Safeco Field - the Roof Control Room. Take a tour and see how the ballpark s retractable roof is opened and closed; it may surprise you! 16 Picture Perfect Step inside the iconic photo from the last out of Felix Hernandez s perfect game from a season ago and strike the famous Felixing pose. 17 Dave Niehaus Statue Be sure to visit Section 105 to visit the statue remembering the Voice of the Mariners, Dave Niehaus. This interactive statue commemorates Dave s Hall of Fame broadcasting career. 18 Tools of the Trade Stop by Section 111 on the main concourse to check out game-used equipment from some of your favorite Mariners. Swing Mike Zunino s actual bat, put on Kyle Seager s batting helmet or try on Dustin Ackley s batting gloves. 19 Safeco Field Zip Line Attention thrill seekers! Take a 200 foot ride through the outfield and take in a view of Safeco Field like never before. (Weight limit: lbs.) *waiver required 20 Get to Know Cano Stop by this interactive booth to learn more about the Mariners new second baseman, Robinson Cano. View game-used equipment, pose with a life-size cut-out of the Silver Slugger, plus enter-to-win great Cano merchandise. #HelloCano 21 The Slider We invite our mini Mariners to take a trip down a giant inflatable slide. *waiver required 22 Home Run Hitter Your little slugger can take a swing just like the big kids and feel like a real Major Leaguer. 23 KOMO 4 Booth Get a photo or an autograph from your favorite KOMO 4 anchors Eric Johnson, Molly Shen, Steve Pool and others. 24 Boeing Run Around the Bases Show off your home run trot or leg one out as you take a trip across the Safeco Field diamond. Access the field from Section 120 on the main concourse. 25 Boeing Dugout Dialogue Listen to and participate in question and answer sessions with Mariners players, coaches and front office personnel. Mariners broadcasters Rick Rizzs and Aaron Goldsmith along with ROOT SPORTS own Brad Adam will host Dugout Dialogue on top of the Mariners dugout at Section Mariners Care Garage Sale View and purchase special memorabilia to benefit the Mariners non-profit foundation, Mariners Care. The Mariners Care Garage Sale features unique autographed and gameused items from current and former Mariners players you can t get anywhere else. 27 ROOT SPORTS Virtual Broadcast See what it s like to be a dugout reporter for Mariners Live on ROOT SPORTS. You ll rub elbows with Brad Adam, Bill Krueger, Jen Mueller and Angie Mentink. Access the field from Section 126 on the main concourse. 28 Mariners Ticket and Information Booth Find out all you need to know about enjoying Mariners Baseball with a season ticket package, suite opportunity or group outing. Friendly Mariners representatives will be on hand to answer all of your ticket-related questions. Field Level Attractions To access the Field Level, please use the elevators located near Section 128 or 131, or the staircases located near Section 128 or 138 on the main concourse. 29 Fan vs. Felix Batting Cage Think you can hit off of an American League Cy Young Award winner? Don t miss this rare chance to step to the plate against a virtual Felix Hernandez. The Fan vs. Felix Batting Cage is located in the Visitor s Clubhouse. *waiver required 30 Mariners Melee presented by New Era Cap Put your baseball knowledge to the test in a Family Feud style trivia game. You ll compete for the chance to win Mariners caps and tickets! Go head to head with other Mariners fans when you stop by the Interview Room. 31 Taste of Safeco Field Join Centerplate Executive Chef Dave Dekker in the Diamond Club as he cooks up and shares a sneak peek of menu items from a new concession stand opening in The Pen this season. Come hear what this unique stand will feature, plus look for special guest appearances from Seattle restaurateur and chef, Ethan Stowell. 32 History of Baseball in the Northwest Stop by the Diamond Club and learn about the rich history of baseball in the Northwest through special exhibits featuring items from noted Northwest baseball historian, Dave Eskenazi. 33 Mariners Clubhouse Tours Take a trip through the Mariners Clubhouse where you ll view everything from the players lockers to the weight room, to the kitchen and training room. 34 Edgar s Cantina Not only does he have an award named after him, but a restaurant inside Safeco Field as well! Celebrate one of the greatest Mariners in history when you stop by Edgar s Cantina in left field to enjoy some tasty south-of-the-border food and drink. Must be 21 or older to enter. 35 The Pen presented by ROOT SPORTS It was one of the most popular places at Safeco Field to catch all the Mariners action last season and it s open for FanFest. Stop by The Pen presented by ROOT SPORTS and enjoy great slices of pizza and draft beers for only $5 all weekend long. 4

5 35 34 A FIELD LEVEL Official Safeco Field App Navigate FanFest Purchase special experiences Pitcher s mound photo Meet Manager Lloyd McClendon Zip Line Fast Pass Season Ticket Holders receive 20% off 5

6 A3 A2 SUITE LEVEL PRESS LEVEL 36 A1 37 TERRACE CLUB LEVEL A4 FIELD LEVEL 6

7 Press Level Attractions To access the Press Level, please use the elevators located near Section 128 or 131 or the staircase located near Section 138 on the main concourse. 36 Mariners Photo Zone presented by 710 ESPN Seattle Have your photo taken with one of your favorite Mariners, past and present! Throughout the day players will be stopping by the Photo Zone so jump in line and be surprised you ll never know who you ll share a Kodak moment with! Mariners Photo Zone Rules: One photo per person. Please, no autographs. Please do not cut in line; first come, first served. 37 Mariners Tot Lot We ve got a special place for our smallest Mariners fans. The Mariners Tot Lot features toys, books and activities for all mini Mariners. Autograph Locations Get the signatures of former, current and future Mariners players. *EACH PLAYER AUTOGRAPH SESSION IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 450 FANS. MUST HAVE VOUCHER TO ENTER ANY AUTOGRAPH STATION. Terrace Club Level To access the Terrace Club Level, please use the elevators located near Section 128 or 131 or the designated autograph staircase located near Section 128 on the main concourse and proceed past the Press Level. A1 Autograph Station 1 Suite Level To access the Suite Level, please use the elevators located near Section 128 or 131 or the designated autograph staircase located near Section 128 on the main concourse and proceed past the Press and Terrace Club Levels. A2 Autograph Station 2 A3 Autograph Station 3 Field Level To access the Visitor s Clubhouse, please use the elevators located near Section 128 or 131 or the staircase located near Section 138 on the main concourse and proceed past the Fan vs. Felix Batting Cage. A4 Autograph Station 4 Opening Night Ticket Presale Secure your seat to the Mariners home opener on April 8 versus the Angels through a special Opening Night ticket presale going on now! To purchase tickets, stop by the Safeco Field Box Office or the Advanced Ticket Window at Section 128. Presale ends Monday and Opening Night Tickets won t be available again until March 8 when single-game tickets go on sale. 7

8 Baseball Lingo Search Ten baseball lingo terms are listed below. See how fast you can find them all. They may be written forward, backward, diagonally, up or down. Use the word list below to cross off each one as you find it. Word List Home Run Sinker Hot Corner All Star Rookie Backstop Battery Cheese Closer Gamer Baseball Jargon Can you match the baseball terminolgy with the correct definition? touch em all Uncle Charlie tools of ignorance Ruthian A. With great power B. Hitting a home run C. Catcher s equipment D. Curve Ball 8

9 Baseball Word Play Can you solve these word puzzles and discover the hidden baseball terms? PLAYPLAY FIELDER A+ Game PAHOMERUNRK RUNNER FIRST ANSWERS: Baseball Lingo Word Play: 1. Double play; 2. Infielder; 3. Perfect Game; 4. Inside-the-park home run; 5. Runner on first; 6. No-hitter Baseball Lingo: touch em all, B; Uncle Charlie, D; tools of ignorance, C; Ruthian, A

10 THE STARS ARE ALIGNED Take advantage of all the great benefits and rewards of being a Mariners Season Ticket Holder. Biggest savings over single-game prices Personal VIP account holder service Best seat locations Easy online account management Plus much, much more! Choose from a wide variety of flexible and convenient season ticket plans, guaranteed to entertain valued clients, family and friends! Plans starting as low as $265 See a Mariners representative today at Section

11 Season Ticket Select-A-Seat Check out all available Mariners season ticket packages this weekend. Whether you want 10, 16, 20, 40 or 81 games of Mariners baseball, there s a season ticket package for you. All available seats are marked in the ballpark, so find your favorite seats and then head over to the Mariners Select-A-Seat Headquarters located at the Home Run Porch near Section 151 to make your purchase! Select-A-Seat Colored Bags Full Season = Red Weekend Plan = Blue Half Season = Yellow Business Plan = White Section 150 is a separate attraction and is not a part of Select-A-Seat. Season tickets are not available in this section. Select-A-Seat Colored Tags 16-Game Plans A-E = Pink 16-Game Plans F-G (Weekday Only Games) = Green 16-Game Plans H-I (Weekend/Afternoon Only Games) = Orange FLEX 16-Game Plan* FLEX 10-Game All-Star Club Plan* *See a Mariners representative for seat locations. Plans starting as low as $265. See a Mariners representative today at Section 128. Join the Team WITH A MARINERS 16-GAME PLAN! Why you should join: Become a Season Ticket Holder Save money & sit in better seats Enjoy exclusive perks & benefits Find your plan: SAME-SEAT 16-Game Plan Guaranteed seat location for each game Choose from nine pre-selected plans Available by phone, in-person or online Flexible ticket exchange policy Dedicated Mariners account representative FLEX 16-Game Plan Choose the games of your choice Seat locations vary each game (locations behind Same-Seat 16-Game Plan seats) Available by phone or online Season tickets on sale now! Mariners.com/SeasonTickets or (206) Single-game tickets on sale March 8th! 12