Gustavo Campero Named Southern League Player of the Week
MADISON, Alabama- The Rocket City Trash Pandas are proud to announce outfielder Gustavo Campero has been named Southern League Player of the Week for the week of July 8-14. Against the Pensacola Blue Wahoos last week, Campero finished 11-for-25 (.440) with two home runs, three RBI and seven extra-base hits.
Rada Starts Fiesta In Rocket City
MADISON, AL – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (43-43, 10-8) collected their third walk-off win of the 2024 season with a 4-3 victory over the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (49-37, 11-7) to head into the All-Star break. Pensacola took advantage of a dropped fly ball from Trash Pandas outfielder Orlando Martinez
Right-Handed Pitcher Jack Kochanowicz Promoted to Angels
The Los Angeles Angels have promoted right-handed pitcher Jack Kochanowicz to the MLB roster from the Rocket City Trash Pandas. Kochanowicz will make his major league debut on Thursday as he gets the start against the Seattle Mariners. The Angels No. 7 prospect made 16 starts with the Trash Pandas
Trash Pandas Homestand Highlights: July 9-14
MADISON, Alabama – The Rocket City Trash Pandas will stay at Toyota Field to begin a six-game series against the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Double-A, Miami Marlins). Here’s what you can expect during the Blue Wahoos lone trip to the ballpark. Specialty Food Items are listed below each game’s details. Tuesday,
Sam Bachman Working Back To Starter’s Workload In Rocket City
Having been assigned to Rocket City in early June, Sam Bachman returned to the Trash Pandas with major league experience under his belt. Once a member of the Rocket City rotation from 2022-2023, Bachman appeared in 11 games out of the bullpen for the Angels last season before suffering a
John O’Reilly Giving It Everything He’s Got For New Organization
In late April, the Trash Pandas received a boost to their pitching staff with the addition of John O’Reilly to the roster. O’Reilly was originally slated to help out in the Rocket City bullpen but one appearance and one injury in the Trash Pandas rotation later, the seven-year veteran saw
NCAA Softball Showcase Comes to Toyota Field in 2025
MADISON, Ala. – The playing surface at Toyota Field will sport a new configuration in February 2025 as the Rocket City Softball Showcase will take over the stadium for a week, featuring four programs from the Southeastern Conference. “This is an exciting event that showcases our stadium and our community
Los Angeles Angels Recall Ben Joyce from Rocket City
MADISON, ALABAMA – The Los Angeles Angels have recalled right-handed pitcher Ben Joyce from the Rocket City Trash Pandas on Sunday. Joyce made a team-high 18 appearances for the Trash Pandas in 2024, finishing with a 4.26 ERA with 34 strikeouts in 19 innings pitched. In the month of May,
Trash Pandas Welcome One Millionth Fan to Toyota Field
Rocket City Trash Pandas set a major milestone on Saturday night when they welcomed Melanie Forbes to the ballpark as the one millionth fan in team history. Surrounded by friends and family, Forbes, a Huntsville native, was welcomed onto the field after the game as the announcement was made. “I
Infielder Kyren Paris Promoted To Los Angeles Angels
MADISON, ALABAMA – The Los Angeles Angels have promoted infielder Kyren Paris to their major league roster. This puts the Trash Pandas roster at 26 players. Paris set Trash Panda records during the 2023 season, finishing with a team-best 44 steals and 88 walks to go along with a .255
Former Trash Pandas Pitcher Zac Kristofak Called Up To AngelsÂ
MADISON, Alabama – The Los Angeles have selected the contract of right-handed pitcher, Zac Kristofak, who was a member of the Trash Pandas during the 2023 season. He will become the 28th former Rocket City player to make his MLB debut (27th for the Angels) and first in 2024 after
What's New at Toyota Field in 2024
MADISON, Alabama – The Trash Pandas are excited to reveal all the new additions headed to Toyota Field for the 2024 season prior to the team's home opener on Tuesday, April 9, Including new drink stations, food items and exciting ballpark features. The Trash Pandas have a new concession stand
Big Ol' Ballpark Fair Back at Toyota Field from April 25 to May 5
MADISON, Alabama – The Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair returns to town starting next week and will cross over with four Rocket City Trash Pandas baseball games on April 25-28. Free designated Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair parking for April 25-28 will be located at Hexagon on Intergraph Way in Madison, less
Trash Pandas reveal 2024 Opening Day Roster
MADISON, Alabama- The Rocket City Trash Pandas are proud to reveal their preliminary roster for the 2024 season. Beginning their fourth season in franchise history, the Trash Pandas are set to open the year on Friday, April 5 against the Tennessee Smokies (AA-Chicago Cubs). On the coaching side, the Trash
Opening Week Homestand Highlights
MADISON, Alabama – Don’t miss the fourth season of Trash Pandas baseball! Following the Trash Pandas three game series against the Tennessee Smokies, the team will return home to host the Birmingham Barons (Double-A, Chicago White Sox) and here’s what to expect! Tuesday, April 9- Trash Pandas vs. Birmingham Barons
Bobbleheads, Giveaways, and Special Appearances Set for 2024 Season
MADISON, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas promotional calendar is filled with over 20 dates which feature promotional giveaways at the Pepsi Gates and special meet-and-greet opportunities during the games. “The fans have spoken!” bellowed Ricky Fernandez, the Trash Pandas Director of Marketing & Promotions. “Our promotions are really
Trash Pandas Announce New Radio Broadcast Partnership
MADISON, Alabama – The Rocket City Trash Pandas have a new radio home on the all-new Talk Radio WZZN on 97.7-HD2 providing fans an audio-only option to follow the action. Coverage begins when the Trash Pandas kick off their 2024 campaign with a road matchup against the Tennessee Smokes (Double-A
Dog Days Return to Toyota Field for 2024 Season
MADISON, Alabama – The Rocket City Trash Pandas are bringing back Dog Days the 2024 season with a new addition to the promotion. Starting this year, fans can have their dogs with them in reserved box seats in Sections 1 and 2. Nine total Wednesday night Dog Days are scheduled
Trash Pandas in Tempe: Spring Breakout Game Edition
The Los Angeles Angels played in their first Spring Breakout Game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Both rosters featured the teams’ top prospects with the Angels carrying nine former Trash Pandas. Of those players, seven appeared in the game as pitcher Bryce Osmond and outfielder David Calabrese, both 2023 Trash
Trash Pandas in Tempe: Spring Training Roundup Week 2
After starting week two of spring training on a winning streak, the Los Angeles Angels struggled heading into Friday where they were able to bounce back with a win over the Colorado Rockies. With eight games played since the last edition, here's some former Trash Pandas who’ve shined in week
Trash Pandas Announce 2024 Coaching Staff
MADISON, Alabama – The Rocket City Trash Pandas, in conjunction with the Los Angeles Angels, have announced their on-field coaching staff ahead of the 2024 season at Toyota Field. The full coaching staff for the Trash Pandas includes: -Manager: Andy Schatzley (3rd season in Rocket City) -Coach: Dann Bilardello (3rd
Trash Pandas Announce Full 2024 Promotional Calendar
MADISON, Alabama – The Rocket City Trash Pandas have released their promotions schedule ahead of the 2024 season at Toyota Field. By the numbers, there will be 27 postgame fireworks shows, 17 gate giveaways, 9 themed ticket packages, 9 Dog Days (plus one Cat Night), 6 specialty jersey auctions, 5