Rocket City Trash Pandas
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Rocket City Trash Pandas
The Rocket City Trash Pandas proudly serve as the Double-A Affiliate of the Angels in the Double-A South Sports Team, bringing top-tier baseball and entertainment to Northern Alabama. Committed to providing first-class fun and affordable family experiences, the Trash Pandas are a beloved part of the community. Playing at the state-of-the-art Toyota Field in Madison, Alabama, they offer an unforgettable outing for fans of all ages. As highlighted on Homely Huntsville, the Rocket City Trash Pandas are more than a team, they’re a home run for local family entertainment.
Address: Toyota Field 500 Trash Panda Way Madison, Alabama 35758
Phone: (256) 325-1403
Buy Tickets: https://www.milb.com/rocket-city/tickets
Schedule: https://www.milb.com/rocket-city/schedule
Roster: https://www.milb.com/rocket-city/roster
Stats: https://www.milb.com/rocket-city/stats
Upcoming Events at Toyota Field: https://www.milb.com/rocket-city/ballpark/special-events
Apparel Store: https://trashpandas.milbstore.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/trashpandas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trashpandasbaseball
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trashpandasbaseball
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrashPandasBaseball
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocket-city-trash-pandas
?️ Ticketing & Admission
Children: Kids age 2 and under are admitted free to Toyota Field.
Military Discount: Active and retired military personnel receive $2 off box seats when presenting valid ID at the ticket office.
General Admission: Includes access to the main concourse, Budweiser Berm, and the Inline Electric Rock Porch. These tickets do not include a reserved seat. Seat upgrades may be available on request.
Stadium Club Access: Grants access to the climate-controlled club level and concourse. Food is available at additional cost.
Third-Party Tickets: Only tickets purchased via My ProVenue or Fevo are officially verified. The Trash Pandas are not responsible for third-party ticket purchases.
Digital Tickets: Printed tickets are not required. Digital barcodes are accepted and can be scanned from mobile devices or wallets.
⏱️ Game Day Operations
Gate Times: Gates open 1 hour before first pitch.
Dog-Friendly Areas (Dog Days): Dogs are welcome in designated areas — from the Berm to the left field foul pole, and in Sections 1 & 2 only. Dogs are not permitted in the main concourse or other seating areas.
? Stadium Policies
Bag Policy: Only clear bags are allowed at Toyota Field. Restrictions on bag size and contents are enforced.
Weather & Refund Policy: No refunds, returns, or exchanges are offered. If a game is postponed, credit may be issued. Games with 5 or more innings played are considered official and will not be credited.
Accessibility: Toyota Field is fully ADA-compliant. Designated wheelchair seating is available on the club level. Companion seating is also provided upon request.
? Location & Contact Info
Address: Toyota Field, 500 Trash Panda Way, Madison, AL 35758
Phone: (256) 325-1403
Email: [email protected]
? Business Hours
Non-Gamedays:
Monday–Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
Gamedays:
Monday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – End of 7th Inning
Sunday: Opens 3 hours before game time – End of 7th Inning
Rocket City Trash Pandas History
In November 2017, BallCorps LLC purchased the Southern League’s Mobile BayBears from owners Michael Savit and HWS Group with the intent of relocating the team to Madison, Alabama, by 2020. When the move was finalized, the franchise was rebranded as the Rocket City Trash Pandas — a name that cleverly nods to Huntsville’s legacy in the space industry, as well as the ingenuity of raccoons, colloquially known as “trash pandas” for their panda-like appearance and scavenging habits.
The branding struck a chord. Within just 13 months of the name reveal, the Trash Pandas had sold over $2 million in team merchandise.
The team’s debut was originally scheduled for April 9, 2020, with their first home game set for April 15. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 season was postponed and eventually canceled, pushing their official launch to 2021.
As part of Major League Baseball’s restructuring of Minor League Baseball that year, the Southern League was dissolved, and the Trash Pandas became part of the newly formed Double-A South. Their first official game took place on May 5, 2021, after weather delayed their scheduled opener by a day. They faced the Chattanooga Lookouts and lost 6–1.
In 2022, the Double-A South was renamed back to the Southern League. That June, the Trash Pandas secured the North Division title for the first half of the season, earning their first postseason appearance. They were narrowly defeated by the Tennessee Smokies, 2–1, in the first round. Manager Andy Schatzley was honored as the Southern League’s Manager of the Year, while pitcher Chase Silseth earned the league’s Pitcher of the Year award.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the Rocket City Trash Pandas?
Home games are played April through August at Toyota Field in Madison, Alabama.
How did Rocket City Trash Pandas get their name?
They play in the Huntsville suburbs of Madison Alabama. Huntsville is nicknamed the Rocket City because it was there that the rockets that first put a man on the moon were developed. A ‘trash panda’ is slang for a nocturnal mammal, raccoon, a term made popular in Guardians of the Galaxy 2 in which a raccoon named Rocket was referred to as a ‘trash panda’. Trash Panda’s logo featured a raccoon named Sprocket cobbling together all the elements he needs to launch a trash can in outer space.
Who are the Rocket City Trash Pandas associated with?
Owned and operated by BallCorps, LLC, the Rocket City Trash Pandas are the proud Double-A Affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels in the Southern League.
What level is Rocket City Trash Pandas?
The Rocket City Trash Pandas are a Minor League Baseball team of the Southern League and the Double-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels.
How long have the Rocket City Trash Pandas been around?
The Rocket City Trash Pandas are the newest addition to Alabama’s rich baseball history, blasting off with the inaugural season in 2021.
What is the seating capacity of Toyota Field?
Approximately 7,000 seats
Who is the Ownership / Management?
Operated by BallCorps LLC. GM: Garrett Fahrman
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