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Little Caesars Treats Veterans and Military to Free HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo for Veterans Day
November 9, 2023
As part of a long-standing tradition of giving back and honoring U.S. military men and women, Little Caesars® is offering all United States Armed Forces veterans and active military a free HOT-N-READY® Lunch Combo at participating stores nationwide this Veterans Day.
On Saturday, November 11, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., veterans and active military members can receive their free Lunch Combo, which features four slices of Little Caesars famous Detroit-style Deep Dish pizza paired with a 20-ounce Pepsi product.
“All of us at Little Caesars are thankful to our veterans and military members for their service,” said Little Caesars President and CEO David Scrivano. “In addition to complimentary lunch on Veterans Day, our family-owned company remains committed to supporting these heroes all year round with initiatives like the Little Caesars Veterans Program.”
The Little Caesars Veterans Program, now in its 17th year, provides honorably discharged veterans and Gold Star families with financial incentives to open a Little Caesars franchise of their own. These individuals receive benefits when opening a franchise store through the Little Caesars Veterans Program, including a franchise fee discount, equipment and supply discount, financing assistance, and advertising and publicity support, among other benefits. Today, there are hundreds of veteran-owned Little Caesars stores across the country. For more information about becoming a Little Caesars franchisee, visit www.franchise.littlecaesars.com.
“As an organization, we believe that our veterans, the men, and women who have given so much to serve our country, should return home with business prospects to help them achieve their hopes and dreams,” said Jeremy Vitaro, Chief Development Officer for Little Caesars. “So, we created a program to honor veterans and provide them with an opportunity to become business owners.”
No coupon is required to redeem the free HOT-N-READY Lunch combo offer on Veterans Day. Veterans and military personnel must present proof of service (such as an ID card with veteran designation, DD-214 form, or current military-issued ID card).
The Little Caesars Veterans Program reflects the company’s strong belief and business philosophy that giving back and making a difference is something we can all do.
Tigers Ink Jason Benetti to Multi-Year Contract as Television Play-by-Play Broadcaster
November 9, 2023
Renowned broadcaster Jason Benetti has joined the Tigers as the club’s television play-by-play announcer, serving as the voice of baseball to one of the best fanbases in all of sports.
Benetti, one of the top voices in Major League Baseball, college football, and college basketball, joins the Tigers after eight seasons with the Chicago White Sox. Known for his elite storytelling ability, creative thinking, and engaging personality on-air and behind-the-scenes, Benetti will work alongside the Tigers, production staff with Bally Sports Detroit, and his partners in the booth to entertain and inform fans across the world.
“I’m incredibly proud to join this historic and ascending Tigers franchise,” said Benetti. “From every single person I talked with throughout the interview process it was clear why so many respected professionals and creative people have joined the organization in the last several years. There’s something special about it, and I’m excited to bring that energy to Tigers fans around the globe. I’d also like to thank Chris Ilitch, Ryan Gustafson, Scott Harris, and everyone else I’ve met with in the last several weeks who have been so welcoming. Everyone I spent time with made it clear this was the right place for me. I was born and raised in the Midwest, and understand how important sports are, especially here in the Motor City.”
Benetti, who will be employed by the Tigers, is also one of the few regional broadcasters whose voice extends beyond the city or sport they call home. On the national level he calls games for FOX in several sports, including Major League Baseball, college football, and college basketball games. He’s also one of the radio voices for March Madness on Westwood One and has led the booth for MLB Sunday Leadoff on Peacock.
With time built into his schedule to satisfy national broadcast obligations, Benetti will call a minimum of 127 Tigers games each season. When those scheduling conflicts occur, the Tigers will move long-time radio play-by-play voice Dan Dickerson over to television. Dickerson, who has filled in on television in the past, agreed to do this to ensure fans have the best broadcast experience possible throughout the season.
“Jason is a world-class talent and today is another tremendous step forward for the Tigers as we continue to build a championship-level organization and experience for our fans,” said Ryan Gustafson, EVP/COO of Ilitch Sports + Entertainment. “Beyond his talent, Jason’s story is inspirational and our shared commitment to excellence and innovation was apparent throughout our discussions. We are thrilled to welcome Jason to our family, joining an incredible group of broadcasters at the Tigers and Red Wings that create the on-air experience our fans deserve.”
“All of us at Bally Sports welcome Jason to Detroit, and we’re thrilled he’s joining our Tigers telecasts,” said Greg Hammaren, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Bally Sports Detroit. “Jason’s reputation as one of the best and brightest announcers across all of sports adds to our already strong production effort here in Detroit. His deep knowledge and love for baseball are traits shared by our incredible fans, and we’re looking forward to them getting to know Jason more starting in February when the Tigers take the field in Lakeland.”
Spencer Torkelson Named Tiger of The Year
November 6, 2023
Spencer Torkelson has been named Tiger of the Year as voted on by members of the Detroit chapter of the Baseball Writers Association of America, receiving 15 of the 25 votes cast. Kerry Carpenter, Eduardo Rodriguez, Jake Rogers and Tarik Skubal also received at least one vote.
Torkelson, who is one of four finalists for the Silver Slugger Award among American League first basemen, appeared in a team-high 159 games in 2023, batting .233/.313/.446 with 34 doubles, one triple, 31 home runs and 94 RBI. His 31 homers ranked tied for eighth in the AL and were the most in a season by a Tigers player since Miguel Cabrera (38) and Justin Upton (31) in 2016.
Torkelson became the first player in franchise history to have 30-or-more doubles, 30-or-more homers and 90-or-more RBI in his age-23 season. Among Major League players in their age-23 season or younger in 2023, Torkelson ranked second in home runs and doubles and third in RBI.
From June 27 until the end of the season, Torkelson posted an .851 OPS with 17 doubles, one triple, 23 home runs and 60 RBI. He was tied for the American League lead and ranked tied for sixth in the Majors in home runs during that span, while he was third in the AL in RBI, tied for fifth in extra-base hits (41) and 10th in slugging percentage (.524).
The Detroit BBWAA has selected a Tiger of the Year each season dating back to 1965.
Tyler Holton Named Tigers Rookie of the Year
November 5, 2023
Lefthanded pitcher Tyler Holton has been named Tigers Rookie of the Year as voted on by members of the Detroit Sports Media Association. Outfielder Parker Meadows came in second place, while righthanded pitcher Reese Olson finished in third.
Holton pitched in 59 games, including one start, in his first season with the Tigers, posting a 3-2 record with a 2.11 ERA (85.1IP/20ER) and 74 strikeouts. He finished the season with a 0.87 WHIP, which led all American League relievers and ranked second in the Majors (min. 50.0 innings pitched) and, according to the Elias Sports Bureau, was the lowest by any Tigers reliever in franchise history with at least 60.0 innings pitched in a season.
Holton also was tied for the lead among all Major League relievers with 84.1 innings thrown in relief, while he ranked second among AL relievers (min. 50.0 innings) in walks per 9.0 innings (1.81) and seventh in ERA (2.13) as a reliever. Of Holton’s 59 appearances during the season, 33 were for multiple innings, which was the second-highest total in the Majors, trailing only Chris Stratton, who had 36 such outings.
Holton was named Tigers Pitcher of the Month for August, appearing in 12 games and posting a 3-0 record with one save, a 2.25 ERA (16.0IP/4ER) and 15 strikeouts. He did not allow a run in 11 of his 12 outings during the month, while 10 of his 12 appearances were hitless.
Holton is the first pitcher to be named Tigers Rookie of the Year since Michael Fulmer in 2016 and the first relief pitcher to win the award since Al Alburquerque In 2011.
Little Caesars Launches Detroit-Style Slices-N-Stix Across New York City
November 5, 2023
Little Caesars, a leading pizza chain known for quality, value, and convenience, announced today the launch of its new Detroit-style Slices-N-Stix across New York City locations. Debuting ahead of Little Caesars latest store opening in Queens, Detroit-Style Slices-N-Stix is just $4.99 * and the perfect meal for the fast-paced New York lifestyle.
The combo includes two generous slices of Detroit-style deep-dish pizza, topped with savory pepperoni, and complemented by four pieces of Italian Cheese Bread – all served with Little Caesars signature Crazy Sauce®. This product will be exclusive to New York City stores and available at all participating locations throughout the five boroughs.
“We know this city takes its pizza seriously, and we’re now giving New Yorkers an opportunity to taste something a little different. Whether you’re born and raised in Detroit, Chicago, or New York, we know that New York City residents and visitors will love the unique flavor of Detroit-Style Slices-N-Stix,” said Greg Hamilton, Chief Marketing Officer at Little Caesars. “Pizza enthusiasts throughout NYC savor every detail from the cheese to the sauce to the crust. We’re excited to witness Little Caesars fans enjoying a quick meal on the go as they head to the subway, a show, or even on their walk home.”
Little Caesars newest menu item showcases the brand’s continued commitment to growing its following in the Big Apple. The brand is also seeking further expansion across the Tri-State area and is looking for accomplished multi-unit franchisees with extensive QSR experience to help grow its presence.
Little Caesars is a family-owned company with more than 60 years of experience and a steadfast commitment to innovation. Nearly 20 years ago, the brand revolutionized the global pizza industry with its signature HOT-N-READY pizza, which gives customers the easy and quick option to stop in and carry out a freshly made, piping-hot, large pizza without waiting or ordering ahead.
More recently, Little Caesars introduced the cutting-edge Pizza Portal® pick up to provide service and convenience on demand to keep up with the city’s bustling consumers. The technology streamlines the ordering and pickup process, enabling customers to place their orders through the Little Caesars app and then bypass the counter, picking up directly from the Pizza Portal. In addition to Pizza Portal Pickup, guests across NYC locations can order Little Caesars for delivery via the Little Caesars website or mobile app.
For more information about Little Caesars and Detroit-Style Slices-N-Stix, visit LittleCaesars.com and follow @LittleCaesars on social.
*Plus tax where applicable. Available at participating locations. Prices may vary. Prices higher in AK, HI and third-party online sites.
JoJo’s ShakeBAR in The District Detroit Introduces Grinch Shake in Celebration of Fox Theatre Performances
November 1, 2023
There’s no Who-Pudding or rare Who-Roast Beast on the menu, but JoJo’s ShakeBAR is featuring a limited-edition Grinch Shake available Friday, November 3 through Sunday, November 12 in celebration of the engagement of Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical playing at the Fox Theatre November 8-12, with the Grinch himself making an appearance at JoJo’s for photos with guests on Saturday, November 4 at 6 p.m.
The Grinch Shake is a green peppermint shake topped with a Christmas tree sugar cookie, chocolate covered pretzel, chocolate covered Oreo and finished off with whipped topping covered in red and green sprinkles.
JoJo’s ShakeBAR, located at 88 W. Columbia St. in The District Detroit, is a next-generation restaurant and bar, and The District Detroit’s go-to spot for hangouts, first dates and family affairs. Grounded in nostalgia, JoJo’s ShakeBAR features 80s/90s-inspired details, like arcade game tables and walk-up window for sports fans on the run. The menu includes over-the-top Biggie Shakes, classic diner fare, cocktails and decadent desserts.
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical appears at the Fox Theatre for eight performances Wednesday, November 8 – Sunday, November 12 as part of the 2023-24 Fox Theatre Series presented by Comerica Bank. The record-setting Broadway holiday sensation features the hit songs “You’re A Mean One Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” from the original animated special. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is “two sizes too small,” decides to steal Christmas away from the Holiday loving Whos. Magnificent sets and costumes inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original illustrations help transport audiences to the whimsical world of Whoville and helps remind us of the true meaning of the holiday season. Tickets are on sale now at 313Presents.com and Ticketmaster.com.
Performance Schedule:
Wednesday, November 8 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 9 7:30 p.m.
Friday, November 10 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 11 12:30 p.m., 4 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 12 1 p.m. & 4:30 p.m.
Green Day Brings The Saviors Tour to Comerica Park with Special Guests The Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid, and The Linda Lindas September 4, 2024
November 1, 2023
Global rock superstars Green Day – Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tré Cool – have officially shared details on their massive 2024 global stadium tour with support from illustrious rock luminaries The Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid, and The Linda Lindas. The Saviors Tour, fueled by Monster Energy, kicks off with the European run on May 30 in Monte De Gozo, Spain and travels through France, Germany and Italy, before reaching the UK, including a huge London show at the legendary Wembley Stadium on June 29. The North American run, produced by Live Nation, begins shortly after and includes a stop at Comerica Park on Wednesday, September 4 at 5:30 p.m.
Tickets go on sale Friday, November 10 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased at 313Presents.com, Livenation.com, Ticketmaster.com.
Tickets will be available starting with a Citi presale (details below) beginning on Tuesday, November 7. Additionally, fans can sign up for Green Day’s mailing list by Tuesday, November 7 to get first access to presale tickets. More pre-sales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning on Friday, November 10 at 10am local time at greenday.com
Green Day shared, “We’ve never been more excited to unleash new music than with Saviors, a record that’s meant to be rocked live, together. So let’s thrash. We’ve got some amazing friends who are coming along for the ride!”
The tour will be a larger-than-life, career-spanning celebration of one of the biggest musical acts of all time and some of the most important albums in history. This year marks the 30th anniversary of Green Day’s 1994 certified Diamond album, Dookie, and the 20th anniversary of 2004’s juggernaut, American Idiot. Each a cultural phenomenon in its own right, these albums have remained at the forefront of punk culture since their release. With blazing guitars and electrifying vocals, Green Day are ready to bring their mind-blowing collection of hits to stadiums across the country, along with plenty of additions from their newly announced album, Saviors.
Green Day began dropping hints about their soon-to-be 14th studio album, Saviors, at a surprise show at Las Vegas’ Fremont Country Club, surrounded by a crowd of 800 die-hard fans. During their Las Vegas takeover, which also included commanding headline performances at When We Were Young festival, the band debuted two killer new tracks: the first single “The American Dream Is Killing Me” and the brand new “Look Ma, No Brains!,” out today. Watch the accompanying video HERE, directed by Ryan Baxley and Brendan Walter. Fans got another chance to hear the new music during Green Day’s headlining Amazon Music Live concert series performance on October 26, which included the two releases along with crowd favorites from their extensive discography. With a brand new album and a nationwide stadium tour on the horizon, Green Day are ready for total domination.
Detroit Tigers Celebrate Event Colleagues
November 1, 2023
Throughout the Detroit Tigers season at Comerica Park, nearly 1,000 individuals on the event staff enthusiastically commit their time and energy to make each game day a memorable experience for fans – and many of these colleagues have been part of the organization for multiple seasons. To thank them for their incredible service, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment leadership hosted colleagues for a special evening at the ballpark in October, filled with laughter, camaraderie, and a shared love for the game.
“We appreciate all that our part-time colleagues do to make every Comerica Park experience inspiring for our guests,” said Tim Padgett, Senior Vice President, Venue Operations for Ilitch Sports + Entertainment. “As the ballpark season came to a close, we wanted to invite our colleagues and their families in for an evening of fun as a way to express our gratitude.”
The News Hub team caught up with a few colleagues during the Comerica Park event and asked what their favorite part of their job is. Here’s what they had to say.
Carol Szwabowski, Usher, 11 years:
“I love interacting with people. I love the game of baseball. It’s just an all-around fun job that you really get to sit down, enjoy the weather outside, enjoy the team, enjoy the fans. It’s just a great place to work. I love it.”
Steve Nelson, Usher, three years:
“It’s clearly the interaction with the fans. The Tigers are a big part of my life. They have been my whole life. So to be able to come here and work and hopefully instill that same kind of passion for the team and the city that I developed following the team for all these years, that’s my biggest joy.”
Jeffrey Nowosielski, Usher, one year
“The atmosphere of a sporting event is exciting, and I love to help bring that every time. I’m always smiling when I’m here. The energy is insane. Even when there’s 15,000 people, there’s always someone here, a young kid or an older person that just might be their first baseball game. I try to bring excitement, even if just a smile, to the fans.”
David Young, Janitor, seven years:
“I like the access. A memorable event was two years ago. I’m doing a concert, Guns ‘N Roses, and everybody knows that Slash is my favorite. I got a chance to help set up for the event. When I went downstairs, I saw Slash’s furniture, and I saw him at a distance with his crew. I almost fainted.”
Dave McNamara, Usher, 17 years:
“It’s been a great 17 years. We had the World Series here. We were here on a 42-degree night. Zooey Deschanel sang the national anthem. I worked in the lower bowl for about 12 or 14 years. I have so many special moments and memories. I love it.”
Stephanie Ruthenburg, Usher Supervisor, six years:
“I like to help. If someone says, ‘Hey, my aunt is here, it’s her first time at the ballpark.’ I say, ‘What can I do for her?’ Let’s go over there. Let’s get a first-game certificate. Let me go into the ‘magic closet’ and see if I can get a baseball for you. I get to make people smile.”
Cathy Grzecki, Gate Supervisor, 21 years:
“Absolutely the fans are the best part of the job, and the overall ballpark experience. My favorite memory was when we won the ALCS. I was working right behind the Tigers’ dugout when Miggy hit the home run, and fans just kind of crashed into this stadium and celebrated the team. It was just electrifying.”
“Our colleagues are a vital part of why Comerica Park is such an amazing place for Detroit sports and entertainment fans,” Padgett said. “We’re grateful that they continue to help us amaze, inspire and unite our guests at every event.”
Little Caesars Signs Several Franchise Development Agreements to Drive Restaurant Growth in Boston and Chicago
October 31, 2023
Little Caesars, the third largest pizza chain in the world, announced today the signing of franchise development agreements that will add 15 new locations across two of the brand’s target markets. Led by two different franchisees, the developments are set to expand the brand’s presence in Boston and Chicago. Little Caesars, known for quality, value, and convenience, has experienced consistent growth with both new and existing franchisees, a testament to the chain’s effective business model and brand strength.
The franchisees leading the brand’s latest developments include:
“As our expansion gains momentum nationwide, we are eager to build upon our partnerships with experienced multi-unit operators like Pritpal and Haranchal while developing new relationships with industry veterans like Karim and Sanjeev,” said Little Caesars Chief Development Officer Jeremy Vitaro. “I’m confident in their enthusiasm for Little Caesars and their passion for their respective communities in Boston and Chicago. We look forward to supporting each group as they build their new restaurants.”
Little Caesars is amplifying its expansion into major cities, including its recent commitment to establish 100 new locations in New York City and the Tri-State region.
The established brand is actively pursuing ambitious operating partners to help propel development efforts in targeted markets nationwide. Little Caesars offers franchisees a convenience-driven business model and an efficient, proven concept that keeps operating costs low and margins high.
Multi-unit franchising opportunities remain in regions across the U.S., including the Northeast and Pacific Northwest. Little Caesars franchising also offers incentive programs available for veterans and first responders.
For more information, interested candidates can visit franchise.littlecaesars.com.