Tennessee Smokies to wear Star Wars jerseys and give away light sabers

Tony Crumpton - Senior Editor - Saturday, May 14 2016

Minor leagues ball clubs are always dreaming up unique and compelling giveaways for fans to show up to their games.

The Tennessee Smokies have hit a home run with their 'Star Wars Night' on Saturday as the first 1000 fans will receive a light saber.

They also will be selling t-shirts that say "The Force is strong with this team."

STAR WARS NIGHT is finally here!We're sporting Hans Solo Jerseys& first 1,000 fans get light sabers! pic.twitter.com/nBKgrk5rUz
— Tennessee Smokies (@smokiesbaseball) May 14, 2016

Star Wars Night TONIGHT! Star Wars themed tshirts @ the GooTeez Locker Room / First 1000 fans - lightsaber giveaway pic.twitter.com/F2DTlouZcX
— Tennessee Smokies (@smokiesbaseball) May 14, 2016