BOB STROGER & THE DELMARK ALL-STARS @ Gallagher Way at Wrigley Field, Chicago

Bob Stroger & the Delmark All-Stars Will Throw Out the Cub’s First Pitch April 5th at Wrigley Field On opening day, April 5th, the Cubs battle the San Diego Padres The legendary BOB STROGER and the Delmark All-Star Band will be on the mound to throw out the first pitch after the Band’s performance in Gallagher Way, featuring Carlise Guy.  Bob Stroger will also be honored for his upcoming induction into the Blues Hall of Fame. On the mound, the Delmark All-Stars joining Bob Stroger are Carlise Guy, Mike Wheeler, Dave Specter, Roosevelt Purifoy, Larry Williams & Pooky Styx.  Wayne Baker Brooks will perform the National anthem and the 7th inning stretch.  The Cubs are presenting their flannel to the first 10,000 fans on arrival. The new uniform pays tribute to the team’s history and Chicago’s contribution to the electric blues movement that shaped music worldwide. To celebrate the occasion, the Cubs are opening a retail experience at Gallagher Way called “Landmark Records” that pays homage to Wrigley Field’s federal landmark status and is a nod to the neighborhood record shops found across Chicago. Inside Landmark Records, Cubs fans can find the new Blues Alternate jersey, hats and merchandise as well as a limited run of music-inspired merchandise, including Delmark LPs, that celebrates Wrigley Field’s status as a world-class music venue. On select dates throughout the regular season, Cubs fans can also attend various live performances at Landmark Records and on Gallagher Way. “The baby blues are back. We’re thrilled to revisit this popular colorway, while also paying tribute to the Blues music that has shaped our city’s cultural landscape,” said Jennifer Martindale, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Communications at the Cubs. “This uniform is more than a celebration of the Cubs past; it’s a nod to an iconic Chicago artform. We hope fans enjoy this unique blend of sports and music history.” The jersey’s chest patch combines details from early Cubs uniforms with typography inspired by blues-era instruments. The sleeve patch features custom lettering within a guitar pick, split by an electric bolt, representing Chicago’s legacy as the birthplace of the electric blues. The custom numerals and nameplate take cues from early generation Cubs designs and decorative flourishes from blues-era typography. The socks reference the beloved blues anthem “Sweet Home Chicago,” accompanied by a six-string guitar stripe. Join us on this historic occasion!

Chicago Cubs and Chicago Blues fans unite! Delmark Records all-stars to perform at Wrigley Field/Gallagher Way on Cubs Opening Day and the legendary bluesman BOB STROGER to throw out the 1st pitch!

The Chicago Cubs and Delmark Records team up to celebrate the new throwback baby blue uniforms, paying tribute to electric blues!

On opening day, April 5th, the Chicago Cubs battle the San Diego Padres, and Motorola Razr will be on board presenting the new Cubs flannel to the first 10,000 fans on arrival. The Delmark All Stars and the legendary BOB STROGER will be on the mound to throw out the first pitch after the All Stars (featuring Carlise D. Guy) performance in Gallagher Way. Bob Stroger will be honored that day for his upcoming induction into the Blues Hall of Fame (Blues Foundation, Memphis TN). The Delmark All Stars are: Mike Wheeler, Dave Specter, Larry Williams, Roosevelt Purifoy Jr., & Pooky Styx. Many more details of the Delmark/Cubs partnership will be announced soon. Chicago Blues Hall of Famer Wayne Baker Brooks will perform the National anthem and the 7th inning stretch.

The new Blues Alternate uniform presented by Motorola Razr will make its major league debut Saturday, April 5. The new uniform pays tribute to the team’s history and Chicago’s contribution to the electric blues movement that shaped music worldwide. To celebrate the occasion, the Cubs are opening a retail experience at Gallagher Way called “Landmark Records” that pays homage to Wrigley Field’s federal landmark status and is a nod to the neighborhood record shops found across Chicago. Inside Landmark Records, Cubs fans can find the new Blues Alternate jersey, hats and merchandise as well as a limited run of music-inspired merchandise that celebrates Wrigley Field’s status as a world-class music venue. On select dates throughout the regular season, Cubs fans can also attend various live performances at Landmark Records.

Chicago Cubs Celebrate the Blues Video: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=532276689829612

“The baby blues are back. We’re thrilled to revisit this popular colorway, while also paying tribute to the Blues music that has shaped our city’s cultural landscape,” said Jennifer Martindale, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Communications at the Cubs. “This uniform is more than a celebration of the Cubs past; it’s a nod to an iconic Chicago artform. We hope fans enjoy this unique blend of sports and music history. ”The jersey’s chest patch combines details from early Cubs uniforms with typography inspired by blues-era instruments. The sleeve patch features custom lettering within a guitar pick, split by an electric bolt, representing Chicago’s legacy as the birthplace of the electric blues. The custom numerals and nameplate take cues from early generation Cubs designs and decorative flourishes from blues-era typography. The socks reference the beloved blues anthem “Sweet Home Chicago,” accompanied by a six-string guitar stripe.