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Bats, Klassen Lead Way Over Looks

Pandas Pound Out 11 Hits, While Klassen Knotches First Double-A Win
August 16, 2024

CHATTANOOGA, TN – The Rocket City Trash Pandas pounded out 11 hits and starting pitcher George Klassen (W, 1-1) collected his first Double-A victory, as the Rocket City Trash Pandas emerged with a 4-1 win over the Chattanooga Lookouts on Friday night at AT&T Field. Rocket City struck early as

Trash Pandas Split Doubleheader on Wednesday in Chattanooga

Both teams won games in walk-off fashion
August 14, 2024

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee – The Rocket City Trash Pandas were on both ends of walk-off scenarios against the Chattanooga Lookouts on Wednesday evening, by scores of 2-1 and 5-4 respectively. Following an offensive shutout on Tuesday night, Rocket City’s bats struggled to get going once again in game one. Facing top

Trash Pandas Announce 2025 Schedule

2025 season opens at home on April 4 vs. Chattanooga
August 13, 2024

MADISON, Alabama – The Rocket City Trash Pandas, in conjunction with Minor League Baseball, are excited to reveal the schedule for the 2025 season. The fifth season in team history will both start and finish at Toyota Field with all the action beginning on Friday, April 4 against the Chattanooga

Know Your Opponent: Chattanooga Lookouts

Both sides will play seven games in six days at AT&T Field
August 13, 2024

The Trash Pandas begin a 13-game road trip starting with a seven-game series against the Chattanooga Lookouts (Double-A, Cincinnati Reds). This series will include a seven-inning doubleheader on Wednesday. Rocket City leads the season series 10-8 which includes four wins in six games at AT&T Field this season. Following this

Christian Moore Named Southern League Player of the Week

Moore becomes fastest Trash Panda to win a weekly award
August 12, 2024

MADISON, Alabama- The Rocket City Trash Pandas are proud to announce infielder Christian Moore has been named Southern League Player of the Week for the week of August 5-11. In five games against the Birmingham Barons, Moore paced the Trash Pandas hitting 11-for-20 (.550) with four home runs and six

Caden Dana Reflects on Futures Game Experience

The Angels top prospect represented his organization in Arlington during All-Star weekend
August 6, 2024

During the All-Star break, one of the Trash Pandas best young talents had the opportunity to represent both Rocket City and the Los Angeles Angels organization in the 2024 Futures Game. Angels top prospect Caden Dana has shined as one of the top pitchers in the Southern League, leading a

Camden Minacci Propels Unique First Appearance Into Double-A Success

After facing college roommate in debut, the Angels No. 19 prospect has thrived in Rocket City
August 6, 2024

Trash Pandas right-handed pitcher Camden Minacci made his Trash Pandas debut on June 20 where he would pitch in front of the Toyota Field crowd for the first time. Facing the Biloxi Shuckers in the seventh inning, the first hitter the Orlando native would face at the Double-A level was

Nelson Rada is Heating Up in First Season of Double-A ball

Angels top hitting prospect reflects on first half of the 2024 season
July 23, 2024

Since first signing with the Los Angeles Angels in 2022, outfielder Nelson Rada has risen rapidly both in the organization and on prospect lists. At just 18 years old, Rada ranks as the Angels top hitting prospect and is the youngest active player at the Double-A level. Rada made the

Gustavo Campero Named Southern League Player of the Month

Campero is Trash Pandas first monthly award winner in 2024
August 6, 2024

MADISON, Alabama- The Rocket City Trash Pandas are proud to announce outfielder Gustavo Campero has been named July Southern League Player of the Month on Tuesday. With the honor, Campero is the first Trash Pandas player to win a monthly award in the 2024 season. It’s the second time Campero

Former Trash Pandas Pitcher Ky Bush Called Up By White Sox

Bush played for Rocket City from 2022-2023
August 5, 2024

The Chicago White Sox have selected the contract of left-handed pitcher Ky Bush from Triple-A Charlotte. He is set to make his major league debut in a start against the Oakland Athletics on Monday. Bush will become the 31st Trash Panda in team history to make his major league debut

2024 First Rounder Christian Moore Assigned to Trash Pandas

Selected Eighth Overall by the Angels
August 2, 2024

MADISON, ALABAMA – The Los Angeles Angels have assigned infielder Christian Moore to the Rocket City Trash Pandas on Friday. He will wear No. 29 for the Trash Pandas. Moore played in two games with Single-A Inland Empire, finishing with six hits in 11 at-bats with a home run and

NCAA Softball Showcase Comes to Toyota Field in 2025

Rocket City Softball Showcase will feature 13 schools including Alabama, Auburn, Ole Miss, and Mississippi State
June 7, 2024

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

Gustavo Campero Named Southern League Player of the Week

Campero is Trash Pandas first weekly award winner in 2024
July 15, 2024

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.

Los Angeles Angels Recall Ben Joyce from Rocket City

Right-hander recorded 39 strikeouts in 19 innings pitched.
June 2, 2024

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

Melanie Forbes is the lucky winner to make Rocket City history
May 13, 2024

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

Angels No. 3 prospect has spent parts of last three seasons in Rocket City
May 9, 2024

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 Angels 

26-year-old right hander set to make MLB debut after spending 2023 in Rocket City
April 28, 2024

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

New digital features, frozen yogurt stand and beverage options headline new features for 2024 season.
March 27, 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

Trash Pandas home games will take place during first four days of the fair
March 18, 2024

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

Manager Andy Schatzley returns for his third season with roster that includes the top four Angels prospects.
April 2, 2024

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

The Trash Pandas begin their fourth season of baseball in Rocket City from April 9-14
April 1, 2024

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

Over 20 Dates will feature Promotional Giveaways & Special Appearances
February 1, 2024

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