TYSONS Va.– The PenFed Foundation for Military Heroes said it is partnering with baseball icon Tony La Russa for an unprecedented celebration of the St. Louis Cardinals’ 2006 and 2011 World Series championships.
La Russa also led the Cardinals to three National League pennants during his tenure with the team.
The presentation will feature highlight videos from 2000 to 2011, with former players describing key game moments and up close and personal behind the scenes experiences. It is certain to be filled with magical moments! October appearances in the ‘60s and ‘80s will also be recognized, PenFed said.
Players committed to attending include Rick Ankiel, Will Clark, David Eckstein, Jim Edmonds, David Freese, Al Hrabosky, Jason Isringhausen, Mike Matheny, Matt Morris, Reggie Sanders and Woody Williams. Sports broadcaster Joe Buck will also be in attendance and other players will be announced.
The evening will also include special tributes to Darryl Kile, who tied for first for the best teammate ever, and the legendary Jack Buck. Losing them in 2002 inspired the team into October.
Walt Jocketty, the architect of the culture and talent that began the winning era.
Tom Satterly, a multi decorated Delta Force Sgt. Major who for 20 plus years fought for the U.S., and now with his wife Jen, cares for returning warriors and their families.
The audience will have fun with comedian Tom Cotter, runner-up in America’s Got Talent Year 7. Ironically, he lost to Olathe Dogs.
The program supports the missions of these nonprofit organizations:
- La Russa Rescue Champions and its Partnership with The PenFed Foundation for Military Heroes empowering veterans as they transition from service to success in their civilian lives, including connecting them to life-changing service dogs.
- All Secure Foundation healing special operators and families from traumas of war.
- Cardinals Care improving the lives of kids.
- Center for Animal Rescue & Enrichment
- Five Acres Animal Shelter
- Home 2 Home Canine Orphanage
- Open Door Animal Sanctuary
- St Louis Pet Rescue – local no kill rescue groups.
“The goal is to present a historic night to remember for our fans and members of the Cardinals while also contributing to special causes. Tickets are available at four levels and priced so that as many interested fans as possible can attend. Fortunately, the Stifel Theatre has great seats throughout the building,” PenFed said.
All the show participants and volunteer supporters are donating their efforts. To help defray expenses several sponsorships have been created. Each sponsorship provides an appropriate number of Level IV World Series Champs tickets!