CornBelters set date for 2018 Legends Game

Posted on January 12, 2018

By WJBC Staff

NORMAL – The Normal CornBelters and the Town of Normal have announced details for the third annual Legends Game at The Corn Crib in Normal.

The 2018 edition of the Legends Game will be held on Saturday, Aug. 4 at 7 p.m. The roster of former Major League players has not yet been announced.

The first 1,000 fans to purchase tickets or game packages will receive access to an exclusive 90-minute autograph session before the game from 5:30-7 p.m. Fans will have the opportunity to join the players on the field and gather autographs from some of their favorite players. Fans will be limited to one autographed item per celebrity.

A special ticket promotion is available at the cost of $30 per person, which includes access to the autograph session.

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