Starting tonight! Trash Pandas open third season at home April 6-8
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 By  John Few Published 
11:01 am Thursday, April 6, 2023

Starting tonight! Trash Pandas open third season at home April 6-8

Three fireworks shows highlight season-opening homestand

MADISON – After a long winter, the Rocket City Trash Pandas are back home!

The Trash Pandas begin the third series in franchise history with an Opening Weekend three-game series from Thursday, April 6 through Saturday, April 8 against the Chattanooga Lookouts, Double-A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds.

An electric Opening Weekend will feature a post-game fireworks spectacular after each game, with more fun and surprises for fans throughout the weekend. The first homestand of the season also features the debut of the Trash Pandas’ new Halo Blue uniforms.

Josh Caray will be on the call for all home games for 103.9 FM THE UMP and 730 AM SportsRadio. The games will also be televised locally on WAAY-31.6, This TV. Check listings for additional cable carriers. Bryan Neece will join Josh Caray in the booth on Friday and Saturday night.

Thursday, April 6 – Trash Pandas vs. Chattanooga Lookouts

  • Gates Open: All gates will open at 5:00 p.m. VIP Gates open at 4:30. First pitch is at 6:35 p.m.
  • Opening Night Festivities: Get to your seats early, as both teams will be introduced along the foul lines as part of the Opening Night festivities in a special ceremony beginning at 6:15 p.m. Chris Gregory will perform the national anthem with a large American flag displayed in the outfield. Florence native, Los Angeles Rams offensive lineman and Super Bowl LVI Champion Chandler Brewer will throw the ceremonial first pitch.
  • Opening Night Celebration Fireworks: Following the game, a dazzling fireworks display will light up the Rocket City sky, presented by Booz Allen Hamilton.

Friday, April 7 – Trash Pandas vs. Chattanooga Lookouts

  • Gates Open: All gates will open at 5:30 p.m. VIP Gates open at 5 p.m. First pitch is at 6:35 p.m.
  • Halo Blue Uniforms: Friday will be the debut of the Trash Pandas’ new Halo Blue uniforms, which honor both the Trash Pandas’ parent club, the Los Angeles Angels, and the local aerospace community.
  • Friday Night Fireworks: Following the game, a stunning fireworks show will light up the sky above Toyota Field.

Saturday, April 8 – Trash Pandas vs. Chattanooga Lookouts

  • Gates Open: All gates will open at 5:30 p.m. VIP Gates open at 5 p.m. First pitch is at 6:35 p.m.
  • Saturday Night Fireworks: After the game, a fireworks show will amaze fans of all ages.
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