Flying Squirrels FUNN is Back!
We can't contain our excitement any longer! The Flying Squirrels ninth season of affordable-family FUNN is finally here! Join us for seven days of funn-filled promotions starting this weekend.
We can't contain our excitement any longer! The Flying Squirrels ninth season of affordable-family FUNN is finally here! Join us for seven days of funn-filled promotions starting this weekend.
Friday, April 13 vs. Reading Fightin Phils
Opening Night! Fred McGriff & Dueling Fireworks
The 2018 season starts in style for the Flying Squirrels with dueling fireworks shows and a celebrity appearance from five-time MLB All-Star Fred McGriff! The ninth season of Flying Squirrels baseball is gonna be FUNN. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. RVA's Best Happy Hour from 6-8 p.m. Presented by Chick-fil-A Richmond & Virginia Birth Father Registry.
Saturday, April 14 vs. Reading Fightin Phils
Super Blast Fireworks & Nutasha's Birthday Bash
Join the Flying Squirrels for Nutasha's 3rd birthday and Super Blast Fireworks following the game presented by VA 811. Gates open at 5 p.m. with first pitch at 6:05 p.m.
Sunday April 15 vs. Reading Fightin Phils
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Sunday Funnday Full-Size Bat Giveaway & Jackie Robinson Day
The first 1,000 fans 14 & under will receive a FREE Flying Squirrels full-sized baseball bat courtesy of Pepsi. This special Kids Club Sunday will pay tribute to the great Jackie Robinson. Kids Runs the Bases after the game. Play catch on the field starting at 12:15 p.m. Gates open at 12 p.m.
Monday April 16 vs. Bowie Baysox
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Bambino Baseball Giveaway & Bark in the Park
The first 1,000 fans 21 and up will receive a free Bambino Baseball Giveaway, presented by Ardent Craft Ales. It's also Bark in the Park, so bring your four-legged friends for free. Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 17 vs. Bowie Baysox
Tip of the Cap Tuesday Knit Beanie Giveaway & Silver Squirrels Night
The first Tip of the Cap Tuesday features a sleek looking Beanie to the first 1,000 fans 15 and up presented by CBS 6. Gates open at 5:35 for a 6:35 start. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Silver Squirrels memebrs can pick up thier shirts at the Silver Squirrels table.
Wednesday, April 18 vs. Bowie Baysox
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In-Your-Face Fireworks, Wine Up Wednesday & Reading Night No. 1
A special Wednesday Night fireworks presentation for Reading Night No. 1. The Squirrels will light up the night sky to honor the dedicated Richmond-area students who completed the Go Nuts for Reading! Program. Wine Up Wednesday will also be in full force with specials from 5:30-7:30 p.m. presented by New Kent Winery. Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 19 vs. Bowie Baysox
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Education Day Game & Peanut Free Game
The Flying Squirrels wrap up the first homestand of the season with a 10:35 a.m. Education Day game. This is the first of three peanut-free games presented by Auvi-Q. Gates open at 9:35 a.m.. -- While reasonable efforts will be made to restrict peanut products including performing additional cleaning in advance of the game, we cannot guarantee the absence of peanut particles and residue. Fans with peanut allergies should take all precautions that they customarily take in public places with potential exposure
The Nutshell: Lessons in Fatherhood
Anyone working in baseball will tell you it can take time away from home or your family.
Squirrels' slide continues with 10-2 loss to RubberDucks
AKRON, Ohio – The Richmond Flying Squirrels fell behind in the first inning and lost to the Akron RubberDucks, 10-2, on Thursday night at Canal Park. The Flying Squirrels (4-14) dropped their fourth consecutive game and fell to 0-6 this year against the RubberDucks (12-6). Akron took a 3-0 lead
Series Preview: Richmond returns home for exciting series against Yankees affiliate
It’s heating up in RVA! The Flying Squirrels return to Richmond for a six-game set against the Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees from Tuesday, April 19 through Sunday, May 4. The Somerset Patriots’ roster currently includes five of the MLB top-30 prospects for the Yankees.
Squirrels shut out by 'Ducks on Wednesday night
AKRON, Ohio – The Richmond Flying Squirrels were shut out by the Akron RubberDucks, 4-0, on Wednesday night at Canal Park.
Eldridge homers but Squirrels drop road-trip opener
AKRON, Ohio – Bryce Eldridge hit a solo homer in his first at-bat of the season but it was the only run of the game for the Richmond Flying Squrirels in a 5-1 loss against the Akron RubberDucks at Canal Park.
Baysox take series finale over Squirrels
RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels led early but lost to the Chesapeake Baysox, 3-2, on Sunday afternoon at The Diamond.
All-Diamond Team: Mike Stanton
In 2025, The Diamond hosts its 40th and final season of professional baseball in Richmond. Between the Richmond Braves from 1985-2008 and the Richmond Flying Squirrels since 2010, countless future major leaguers have taken the steps from the first base dugout onto The Diamond’s playing surface.
Squirrels blank Baysox for second straight night
RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels held the Chesapeake Baysox to three hits in a 1-0 win at The Diamond on Saturday night.
Squirrels put it all together for 10-0 win over Baysox
RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels jumped ahead early and rolled to a 10-0 shutout win over the Chesapeake Baysox on Friday night at The Diamond.
Squirrels handed another close loss Thursday
RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels fell to the Chesapeake Baysox, 4-3, on Thursday night at The Diamond.
Baysox top Squirrels in homerfest at The Diamond
RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels lost to the Bowie Baysox, 10-6, on Wednesday afternoon at The Diamond.
Squirrels lose to Baysox, 4-1
RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels opened their homestand with a 4-1 loss to the Chesapeake Baysox on Tuesday night at The Diamond.
Squirrels drop back-and-forth game to close road trip
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Victor Bericoto homered twice but the Richmond Flying Squirrels lost to the Harrisburg Senators, 8-6, on Sunday afternoon at FNB Field. The Flying Squirrels (2-7) dropped four-of-six in the series against the Senators (4-5).
Squirrels split Saturday doubleheader with Senators
HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels split a doubleheader with the Harrisburg Senators on Saturday night at FNB Field, winning Game 1, 3-2, before losing the second game, 2-1.
Squirrels' bats held quiet in 2-1 loss to Senators
HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels were held to four hits and lost to the Harrisburg Senators, 2-1, on Friday night at FNB Field.
Series Preview: Celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Diamond, snag an exclusive giveaway, watch postgame wrestling and more!
The Flying Squirrels are facing off against the Chesapeake Baysox, Double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, for a week of FUNN at The Diamond. The current Baysox roster boasts six players listed as Orioles' Top-30 Prospects.
All-Diamond Team: Logan Webb
In 2025, The Diamond hosts its 40th and final season of professional baseball in Richmond. Between the Richmond Braves from 1985-2008 and the Richmond Flying Squirrels since 2010, countless future major leaguers have taken the steps from the first base dugout onto The Diamond’s playing surface.
Whitman works strong debut but Squirrels fall to Sens, 3-1
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Joe Whitman threw five strong innings and Jairo Pomares homered for the second consecutive games, but the Richmond Flying Squirrels lost to the Harrisburg Senators, 3-1, on Wednesday night at FNB Field.
Squirrels bats heat up cold night for 7-4 win in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels opened their first road trip of the season with a 7-4 win over the Harrisburg Senators on Tuesday night at FNB Field.
The Nutshell: Chasing Greatness with Dennis Pelfrey
Stitched on Dennis Pelfrey’s jersey is “12,” a number that’s followed him everywhere.
'Ducks come back to cap season-opening sweep over Squirrels
RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels pulled ahead by four runs early but lost to the Akron RubberDucks, 5-4, in Sunday afternoon’s season-opening series finale at The Diamond.
All-Diamond Team: Tom Glavine
In 2025, The Diamond hosts its 40th and final season of professional baseball in Richmond. Between the Richmond Braves from 1985-2008 and the Richmond Flying Squirrels since 2010, countless future major leaguers have taken the steps from the first base dugout onto The Diamond’s playing surface. Prior to the season,
Squirrels fall behind early, lose to 'Ducks
RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels fell to the Akron RubberDucks, 8-3, on Saturday night at The Diamond.
Sellout crowd packs final Diamond opener in 7-4 Squirrels loss
RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels welcomed a capacity crowd of 9,810 for the final Opening Night game at The Diamond and fell to the Akron RubberDucks, 7-4, on Friday night.
Flying Squirrels' Opening Night sold out for 15th consecutive season
RICHMOND, Va. – Friday’s Opening Night has sold out, the Richmond Flying Squirrels announced on Wednesday. The team’s opener has sold out in each of its 15 seasons at The Diamond dating back to 2010.