Bobbleheads are everywhere in 2009, especially those modeled after Orioles top prospect Matt Wieters.

A couple weeks ago, I mentioned the Single-A Delmarva Shorebirds would be offering a bobblehead in the likeness of Wieters to the first 1,000 fans on Sept. 4.

The Single-A Frederick Keys recently announced that they will be handing out Wieters bobbleheads to the first 1,000 fans on May 9 at Harry Grove Stadium. I believe it's the same one that is being handed out by the Shorebirds in September, but it should be noted that Frederick's promotion falls earlier in the season than Delmarva's giveaway. This makes sense considering Wieters started his career in Frederick, and it gives Orioles fans two opportunities to grab the collectable.

The Keys were kind enough to pass along a picture. As you can see, Wieters is displayed with a Keys jersey and wearing his catching equipment.

If one bobblehead isn't enough, the Keys will also be giving away Nick Markakis bobbleheads to the first 1,000 fans on July 25. The 25-year-old right fielder played in Frederick during the 2005 season. He batted .300 with 12 home runs and 62 RBIs in 91 games before being promoted to the Double-A Bowie Baysox.

Each weekend night game will be followed by fireworks during the 2009 season. If you're keeping track, that's 24 different fireworks displays, according to the Keys.

The promotional schedule for the Keys is loaded with different ideas, but my favorite is Fitness Day with a special appearance by former Washington Bullets player Gheorghe Muresan on May 23. I was always a fan of Muresan, even though his career was cut short and he never lived up to the hype that follows a 7-foot-7 person.

"Our promotional schedule gives families the chance to enjoy an affordable night out at the ballpark that will have the feel of a special event," Keys director of marketing Katy Fincham said in a statement.

Ring Posts blogger Kevin Eck probably will be in attendance for King Kong Bundy's appearance on July 29. In fact, I might ask him to file a special report for O's on Deck. We'll see how things go, but combining professional wrestling and minor league baseball seems like a great idea to me.

The Keys also feature several weekly promotions during the 2009 season. Wednesdays are Belly Buster Night, where fans will be able to purchase a ticket with all-you-can-eat food for just $21 (kids and seniors are $18 per ticket). The Keys once again guarantee a victory on every Tuesday home game. If not, fans in attendance will receive a free ticket for a future Monday through Thursday home game for the remainder of the regular season.

Any youth athlete wearing his/her uniform will receive free admission to any Monday through Thursday game at Harry Grove Stadium when accompanied by an adult who has purchased a general admission ticket. I remember taking advantage of this opportunity as a child, and it's good to see the Keys are still offering the deal.

The Keys also will offer a bobblehead in the likeness of local radio host Blaine Young to the first 1,000 fans on June 6. I'm not familiar with Young, but I always enjoy when minor league teams hold these type of giveaways. I can't wait until one of the teams in the Orioles' minor league system comes to me in an effort to market the O's on Deck or Dean Jones Jr. bobblehead.

Maybe someone should create a petition. Who wants to get it started?

For a complete list of the Keys' promotions for the 2009 season, visit the team's Web site.

Photo courtesy of the Frederick Keys