Smokies fans...with the 2008 season coming to a close, we wanted to announce details about this year's jersey auction! Our annual auction for all game-worn grey road jerseys is now underway! You can place a bid on the jersey of your favorite Smokies player until this Sunday, August 24, at 10:00 a.m. EST here at www.smokiesbaseball.com.

The jerseys up for grabs in the auction were worn on the field by Smokies players during the 2006, 2007 and 2008 seasons. As seen on our home page, the jerseys are a grey vest jersey with the "TS" logo on front left upper chest in navy, outlined by red tackle twill with red-on-navy numbers on the lower right chest. Red-on-navy numbers are on the back of the jerseys. The jerseys also include navy piping around the neck and down the front, along with navy piping around the armholes. Please note that the player name will not be on the jersey.

Bids will be accepted here at Smokies Park and on our Web site. Internet bids via our Web site will close at 10:00 a.m. EST this Sunday, August 24. Fans in attendance at this Sunday's home game against the Chattanooga Lookouts will have the final chance to bid on the jerseys during the game on the stadium concourse.

Those in attendance on the 24th who make winning bids will be called down onto the field to get a photo taken with the player who's jersey they purchased (if possible). The jerseys will not be able to be picked up until after the season (and possibly the Southern League playoffs) is over. Jerseys will be autographed (unless otherwise noted) by the player and come with a letter of authenticity signed by the player, general manager and clubhouse manager.

Regarding payment, a photo ID must be presented and payment must be made on August 24th. Shipping and handling charges ($8.50) will be added to bids that must be mailed in the US. (International shipping will vary). Payment may be made by using Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card or check.

Please contact us at (865) 286-2300 with any questions you may have. Good luck!