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Trash Pandas Announce Game Times

Season begins at home on April 4th
October 28, 2024

MADISON, Alabama – The Rocket City Trash Pandas, in conjunction with Minor League Baseball, are excited to reveal official game times for the 2025 season. The fifth season in team history will both start and finish at Toyota Field, with 50 of the 69 home games featuring the traditional 6:35

MADISON, Alabama – The Rocket City Trash Pandas, in conjunction with Minor League Baseball, are excited to reveal official game times for the 2025 season.

The fifth season in team history will both start and finish at Toyota Field, with 50 of the 69 home games featuring the traditional 6:35 P.M. first pitch.

All Sunday home games this season will have a 2:35 P.M. start time, with the lone exception being a 1:05 P.M. first pitch to end the schedule on September 14th.

Three 11:05 A.M. Education Day games will highlight the first month of the season on Wednesday, April 9th, Wednesday, April 23rd, and Wednesday, May 7th. The remaining matchups will have a 6:05 P.M. designation for April 8th, April 22nd, May 6th, and an Independence Eve celebration on July 3rd.

Gate opening times for the general public are 65 minutes before scheduled first pitch, and fans with VIP access can enter 95 minutes before first pitch. Both gate and first pitch times are subject to change throughout the season.

Fans can now start booking group outings for the 2025 season by visiting trashpandasgroups.com or by calling the group sales department directly at (256) 325-1403 option 2. 20-Game Mini Plans and single-game ticket vouchers are also available at tptix.com.

The full 138-game schedule runs from April 4 until Sunday, September 14 at home against the Lookouts. Rocket City will play 69 games at Toyota Field and 69 games on the road against the other seven teams in the Southern League.

Independence Week and Fourth of July Festival coming up at Toyota Field

June 26, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas are thrilled to announce a week-long Independence Day celebration as they host the Knoxville Smokies at Toyota Field from July 1-3. The festivities will include an Independence Eve Celebration and Fireworks, presented by SAIC, and a Fourth of July Festival culminating with

Fatherhood, Baseball, and Life Lessons

Andy Schatzley, Rod Barajas, and Sean Poppen share stories of fatherhood
June 15, 2025

Baseball and fatherhood go hand in hand for many families across the country. Most boys learn the game from their dads, who often learn it from theirs, and so on. Both baseball and fatherhood require Leadership, planning, and teamwork. The relationship between the two goes much deeper than a game

Wednesday's doubleheader suspended, will resume on Thursday

The game will resume on Thursday at 4:05 pm with a seven-inning game to follow, DH is scheduled for Saturday
June 18, 2025

Madison, Ala. – Game one of Wednesday's doubleheader between the Rocket City Trash Pandas and the Chattanooga Lookouts at Toyota Field has been suspended. This game will resume on Thursday at 4:05 pm, followed by a second seven-inning game approximately 45 minutes after the conclusion of the first. On Wednesday,

Homestand Highlights: June 17-22 vs. Chattanooga Lookouts

Homestand continues this week at Toyota Field with a doubleheader, five theme days, and two more Fireworks shows
June 16, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas continue their longest homestand of the season as they close out the first half welcoming the Chattanooga Lookouts, the Cincinnati Reds' Double-A affiliate, at Toyota Field for seven games over six days, from Tuesday, June 17 to Sunday, June 22. The second

Trash Pandas show off their Butts, and win 4-1 over Blue Wahoos

George Klassen tossed six shutout innings to earn the win on Friday night
June 13, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (24-35) kicked off a weekend celebration of Alabama's rich BBQ history on Friday night by playing as their alternate identity, the Bama Butts. They posted a 4-1 victory over the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (30-21) in front of 5,381 fans at Toyota Field.

Christian Moore Launched to the League 

2024 First Round Pick Christian Moore Headed to the Angels
June 13, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – Former Trash Pandas infielder Christian Moore is headed to the majors after the Los Angeles Angels purchased his contract today. He becomes the 41st Trash Pandas player to make his major league debut. After a slow start to the season, Moore was riding a seven-game hitting streak

Pandas win second-straight over Wahoos, 5-4, on Thursday

The Trash Pandas are 9-6 over their last 15 games with a 2.80 ERA as a staff
June 12, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – On Thursday night at Toyota Field, the Rocket City Trash Pandas (23-35) captured their second consecutive victory, knocking off the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (30-30) 5-4. Mitch Farris struck out 10 batters over 6.1 innings, allowing the Pandas' offense to overcome a 3-0 deficit. The win gives Rocket

Pandas walk off Pensacola on Cole Fontenelle's 10th inning single

The Trash Pandas pounded out 12 hits on Wednesday and received another quality start from Walbert Ureña
June 11, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (22-35) bounced back on Wednesday with a 5-4 walk-off victory over the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (30-29), thanks to Cole Fontenelle's RBI single in the 10th inning. The Pandas out-hit the Blue Wahoos 12-11 and received another quality start from pitcher Walbert Ureña.

Hurtado stymies Barons 3-1 on Saturday night

Josh Crouch and Denzer Guzman homer to back Hurtado's start
June 7, 2025

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Joel Hurtado (W, 5-4) delivered his team-best sixth quality start of the season on Saturday night, leading the Rocket City Trash Pandas (21-33) to a 3-1 victory over the Birmingham Barons (30-25). The win gives Rocket City a 3-2 advantage in the series, heading into the finale

Barons win slogfest over Trash Pandas 11-6

Myles Emmerson homered and Nelson Rada increased on-base streak on Friday
June 7, 2025

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Nelson Rada extended his league-leading on-base streak to 15 games on Friday night, but the Rocket City Trash Pandas (20-33) fell 11-6, their second straight loss to the Birmingham Barons (30-24) at Regions Field. Rada recorded his fourth three-hit game of the season, finishing 3-for-5 with a

Trash Pandas shut out Barons 1-0 in Rickwood Classic

Four Rocket City hurlers combined for a seven-hit shutout to earn first 1-0 win since 2022
June 4, 2025

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (20-31) continued their winning ways on Wednesday afternoon, grabbing a 1-0 victory over the Birmingham Barons (28-24) during the Rickwood Classic. With this win, the Trash Pandas improved to 6-2 over their last eight games and took a 2-0 lead in the

Pandas start road trip with extra-inning win over Barons

Jared Southard picked up the win and ran scoreless streak to 6.2 innings
June 4, 2025

The Rocket City Trash Pandas (19-31) started their six-game road series in Birmingham on Tuesday night with a 3-2 victory over the Birmingham Barons (28-23) in 10 innings. This win improved the Pandas' record to 5-2 in their last seven games as the series moves to historic Rickwood Field on

Sam Aldegheri recalled by Angels, Blankenhorn begins rehab assignment

June 2, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – The Los Angeles Angels made the following roster moves on Monday, impacting the Rocket City Trash Pandas. They have recalled left-handed pitcher Sam Aldegheri, who will be joining the team in Boston. Additionally, outfielder Travis Blankenhorn has begun a rehabilitation assignment with the ACL Angels. This season,

Trash Pandas beat Shuckers 2-1 on Saturday behind Hurtado, homers and 7,162 fans at Toyota Field

Joel Hurtado collected his team-best fifth quality start on Saturday
May 31, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (18-30) picked up a 2-1 victory over the Biloxi Shuckers (29-21) on Saturday night, thanks to two solo home runs and a quality start from Joel Hurtado. The win secured the series victory for the Trash Pandas, as they have taken four

Streaking Pandas sweep doubleheader from Shuckers

Walbert Urena tossed a seven-inning complete game in game one
May 29, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (17-29) swept a doubleheader against the Biloxi Shuckers (28-20) on Thursday night at Toyota Field, winning game one 2-1 and game two 4-1. The sweep extended their winning streak to three games, taking a 3-0 series lead over the first-place Shuckers. Rocket

Bullpen comes up big in 3-2 win over Shuckers

Cole Fontenelle returned to the lineup and homered in the fifth
May 28, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (15-29) returned to Toyota Field for the first time since May 11 and picked up a 3-2 victory over the Biloxi Shuckers (28-18) on Wednesday night. All three of the Pandas' runs came in the fifth inning, ignited by a solo home

Welcome Home: Daly returns to the Rocket City

Bob Jones product Mitch Daly debuts at Toyota Field
May 28, 2025

Mitch Daly’s baseball career started in Madison as a Bob Jones Patriot before taking him to Texas, Kentucky, and the rest of the country, chasing his dream of playing in the Major Leagues. Wednesday marks his return to Madison, making his home debut for the Rocket City Trash Pandas after

Trash Pandas Unveil Two New Alternate Identities: The Bama Butts and Alabama White Sauce

Toyota Field is set for a tasty weekend of BBQ and baseball on June 13th and 14th
May 12, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – Barbecue in Alabama isn't just food—it's part of our identity. The Rocket City Trash Pandas are thrilled to announce two new alternate identities for 2025, the Bama Butts and Alabama White Sauce! The identities will be unleashed and the team will wear these specialty uniforms during a

Homestand Highlights: May 27 - June 1 vs. Biloxi Shuckers

Dog and Cat Days, Back-to-Back Fireworks, Harry Potter Night, Giveaways, and the Lunáticos on the schedule
May 22, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas return to Toyota Field for their fourth homestand of the 2025 season, welcoming the Milwaukee Brewers affiliate Biloxi Shuckers, May 28 – June 1. The homestand features a promotional lineup that includes the following highlights: Wednesday, May 28 | First Pitch: 6:35

Toyota Field welcomes summer with a variety of events for fans of all ages

Big Ol' Ballpark Fair, Yoga in the Outfield, Spring Tune-Up Car Show, Youth Baseball Camp, Fourth of July Festival, Beer & Wine Fest, and the Fall Festival & Movie Night on tap
May 15, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – Toyota Field is thrilled to welcome summer with a variety of events for fans of all ages. Kicking off today at 4:00 pm, the Trash Pandas will host The Big Ol' Ballpark Fair and Yoga in the Outfield. Other upcoming events include the rescheduled Rocket City Spring

Pandas use six-run sixth to earn late-night win on Saturday in Chattanooga

The Trash Pandas recorded 11 hits and drew nine walks in their 8-5 win
May 25, 2025

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (14-28) endured a 69-minute rain delay on Saturday night in Chattanooga and then utilized a six-run sixth inning to secure an 8-5 victory over the Chattanooga Lookouts (21-22). The Trash Pandas recorded 11 hits and worked nine walks in a game that

Lookouts' gaffe, Guzman's blast lifts Rocket City to 7-5 win

Josh Crouch and Denzer Guzman homer in the 7-5 victory over Lookouts
May 22, 2025

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (13-27) secured a 7-5 victory against the Chattanooga Lookouts (20-21) on Thursday night at AT&T Field, snapping their four-game losing streak. The win featured home runs from Josh Crouch and Denzer Guzman, along with five unearned runs scored in the sixth inning.

Big Ol' Ballpark Fair returns to Toyota Field, May 15-25

April 30, 2025

MADISON, Alabama – The Rocket City Trash Pandas have partnered with Kissel Entertainment for the sixth annual Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair in the Toyota Field parking lot from Thursday, May 15, through Sunday, May 25. The Fair will be closed on Monday, May 19. Similar to previous years, the Big

Rada runs wild on Friday, but Lookouts beat Pandas 4-2

Nelson Rada picked up his Double-A leading 20th stolen base of the year
May 23, 2025

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Nelson Rada became the first player in Double-A this season to steal 20 bases on Friday night, but the Rocket City Trash Pandas (13-28) lost to the Chattanooga Lookouts (21-21) by a score of 4-2 at AT&T Field. Rada finished the game 1-for-3 with an RBI, a