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Lookouts blank Trash Pandas 3-0 on Wednesday 

Nelson Rada recorded his 11th multi-hit game finishing 2-for-4
May 21, 2025

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – On Wednesday, the Rocket City Trash Pandas (12-27) were shut out for the second time this season, losing 3-0 to the Chattanooga Lookouts (20-20) at AT&T Field. This defeat marks the Trash Pandas' fourth consecutive loss, with the Lookouts winning the series' first two games. Wednesday's game

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – On Wednesday, the Rocket City Trash Pandas (12-27) were shut out for the second time this season, losing 3-0 to the Chattanooga Lookouts (20-20) at AT&T Field. This defeat marks the Trash Pandas' fourth consecutive loss, with the Lookouts winning the series' first two games.

Wednesday's game featured another bullpen day from the Rocket City pitching staff. Despite walking eight batters, the six pitchers performed admirably. Jesus Cruz made his second start, pitching 2.2 innings without allowing any runs or hits, while walking three and striking out three. Former Lookouts pitcher Sean Poppen gave up two hits in the fourth inning but struck out two batters in 1.1 shutout innings.

Chattanooga's Jose Acuna (W, 5-2), one of the top pitchers in the Southern League this season, matched the Pandas' efforts by not allowing a hit until back-to-back singles from David Calabrese and Nelson Rada in the sixth inning. Acuna ended the game with 6.0 shutout innings, yielding just two hits, walking two, and striking out five.

The Lookouts had numerous chances to score, stranding eight runners on base from the third to the fifth innings. They finally broke through in the sixth inning with two outs, thanks to three walks issued by reliever Jordan Holloway (L, 0-1). With the bases loaded, Edwin Arroyo singled up the middle to bring home two runs, putting the Lookouts ahead 2-0.

In the seventh inning, Chattanooga capitalized again with two outs. Brady Choban faced tough luck, giving up two consecutive broken-bat singles, which put two runners on base. The next batter, Austin Hendrick, hit a gap shot in left-center, bringing home Ruben Ibarra to extend the lead to 3-0.

Rocket City placed two runners on the top of the ninth inning via walks, but Trevor Kunkl (S, 4) escaped with the save.

Rada led the Trash Pandas with two of their four hits, finishing the game 2-for-4 and recording his team-best 11th multi-hit game of the season. Rada has reached base in 11 of his last 12 games and is batting .316 in May. The Trash Pandas finished the night 0-for-9 with runners in scoring position, stranding nine runners on base.

The Trash Pandas and Lookouts will face off again on Thursday night at AT&T Field for the third game of this six-game series. Rocket City will send left-hander Sam Aldegheri (1-2, 4.50) to the mound, while the Lookouts will counter with right-hander Kevin Abel (1-5, 7.67). Fans can catch the game on Bally Sports Live, MiLB.tv, or listen on ESPN 97.7 HD-2 and trashpandasbaseball.com.

Even with the team out of town, the fun continues at Toyota Field as the Trash Pandas partner with Kissel Entertainment for the sixth annual Big Ol' Ballpark Fair through May 25. The Fair will be open Tuesday-Friday at 4 pm, then at 1 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Armbands with access to all the rides cost $35 Friday-Sunday and $30 Tuesday-Thursday. Admission is $10 daily, and parking at Toyota Field is $5. Discounted wristbands are available if you purchase in advance before May 14. You can find more information by visiting kisselentertainment.com.

The Rocket City Trash Pandas return to Toyota Field and welcome the Biloxi Shuckers, May 27 to June 1, with promotions scheduled such as the first Tito's Dog Day, Friday and Saturday Night Fireworks, and the first appearance for Lunaticos de Rocket City and a Lunaticos Sugar Skull Bobblehead Giveaway presented By Early Services.

Tickets are available starting at just $8 for general admission and $16 for field-level seats. They can be purchased online at tptix.com. Fans can also purchase tickets in person during regular business hours at the Wicks Family Foundation Box Office or by calling 256-325-1403, option 1. Fans can book their group outings for the 2025 season by visiting trashpandasgroups.com or calling the group sales department directly at (256) 325-1403, option 2. 20-game mini-plans are also available at tptix.com.

Get your "Bama Butts" and "Alabama White Sauce" Sampling Tickets

A limit of 200 sampling tickets is available each day, with the People's Choice Winner receiving $1,500
June 4, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas are hosting BBQ Weekend at Toyota Field Friday, June 13, and Saturday, June 14, and will be highlighted by "Best Pork Butt" and "Best White Sauce".. Fans are invited to purchase BBQ sampling ticket packages (limit of 200 available per game) to

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

Homestand Highlights: June 10-15 vs. Pensacola 

Homestand begins with four giveaways, two fireworks shows, and the debut of Bama Butts and Alabama White Sauce
June 6, 2025

MADISON, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas return to Toyota Field for a 12-game homestand in 13 days, welcoming the Miami Marlins' affiliate Pensacola Blue Wahoos, June 10-15, and then the Cincinnati Reds' affiliate Chattanooga Lookouts, June 17-22. The first leg of the homestand features a promotional lineup that

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

Pandas fall in rain-shortened series opener in Chattanooga

May 21, 2025

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (12-26) lost to the Chattanooga Lookouts (19-20) in a rain-shortened game, with a final score of 7-1 in Tuesday's series opener at AT&T Field. The game was halted after seven innings at 8:04 pm CT and officially called at 9:35 pm due