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Detroit Tigers Opening Night Toronto Blue Jays
Monday, April 6, 2009 at 7:15 p.m.

 
The Toronto Blue Jays Opening Night is a tradition like no other. Thousands of loyal fans come to usher in the start of a new season and cheer on the Jays as they compete against baseballs best.
 

 
Fridge Magnet Schedule Opening Night Giveaway
The Blue Jays will be giving all fans a 2009 Fridge Magnet Schedule, courtesy of the Toronto Star. This Fridge Magnet Schedule features the Blue Jays 2009 season schedule along with a picture of manager Cito Gaston. Magnet Schedules will be given away postgame to all fans.
 

Potential Starting Pitchers

Roy Halladay
Roy Halladay
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vs. Justin Verlander
Justin Verlander
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Blue Jays ask fans to arrive early for Opening Ceremonies
While game time between the Blue Jays and Tigers is set for 7:15 p.m., the opening ceremonies will begin after 6:45 p.m. The Blue Jays ask fans heading to the game, to arrive early as lineups are expected to develop at ticket windows and the entrance gates. Fans are also advised lights in the stadium will be turned out to begin the opening ceremonies. The gates at Rogers Centre will open at 5:00 p.m.
 
Blue Jays Past 10 Opening Nights
DateOpponentScoreAttendance
April 4, 2008Boston Red SoxW 6-350,171
April 9, 2007Kansas City RoyalsW 9-150,125
April 4, 2006Minnesota TwinsW 6-350,449
April 8, 2005Boston Red SoxL 6-550,560
April 5, 2004Detroit TigersL 7-047,817
March 31, 2003New York YankeesL 8-450,119
April 4, 2002Minnesota TwinsW 7-247,469
April 9, 2001Tampa Bay RaysW 8-148,115
April 3, 2000Kansas City RoyalsW 5-440,898
April 12, 1999Tampa Bay RaysW 7-137,160