Modesto Nuts announce promotion-packed week ahead of last home series
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- Modesto Nuts mark final season with weeklong events, giveaways and tributes.
- Franchise ends after failed lease talks and sale to Diamond Baseball Holdings.
- Sunday finale includes jersey auction, autograph session and fan on-field walk.
The Modesto Nuts announced promotions for their final homestand as a franchise.
The Nuts, Low-A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners, no longer will exist after a newsworthy year and a half that included the Mariners and the city of Modesto failing to come to terms on a new lease and stadium upgrades along with the sale of the minor-league organization to Diamond Baseball Holdings and relocation to the Southern California’s Inland Empire.
“After 80 years of unforgettable moments, championship memories, and incredible community support, the Modesto Nuts announced that this season will be our last ever. To honor our fans and celebrate the rich history of Modesto baseball, the Nuts have planned a full week of special events leading up to our final game on Sunday,” the Nuts said in a press release. “This will be a week packed with giveaways, special guests, fireworks, entertainment, and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to connect with your favorite players before we close this chapter of Modesto baseball history.”
The Nuts host the Stockton Ports for their final homestand before heading to San Jose for the final regular season series as a ballclub against the Giants.
All week, the Nuts will host a garage sale to clear out the relics. On Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Nuts MVP members and people on the garage sale list will have access. Access will be granted for one hour after gates open. Friday through Sunday, the general public will have access.
In addition to the garage sale, the Nuts will have special appearances and events each day of the series.
The week started Tuesday with the customary Valley First Credit Union Together Tuesdays, where fans can get into the ballpark for free by bringing two nonperishable food items.
Wednesday, Oakland A’s Hall of Famer and baseball legend Rollie Fingers will be at John Thurman Field for a meet-and-greet. Fingers is a former Modesto Red. He will sign autographs and meet fans. Gates open at 5:40 p.m.
Thursday is a special Pups N Pints night, presented by BARK. After the game, longtime Nuts bat dog Bullwinkle will be honored for his years of service as he enters retirement. Fans are still encouraged to bring their dogs to the park and are encouraged to stay for the postgame Dog Park in the outfield.
The postgame sky will be lit up with fireworks one last time on Friday night. There also will be a face painter at the ballpark for two hours. Save Mart will host a school supplies drive. Fans can donate two school items or two packs of pens and pencils for a free ticket at the box office.
Saturday is Stanislaus State night. Wear Stan State gear or show a school ID to get a ticket to the game for $5. It is also the final Los Alebrijes de Modesto Night, featuring post-game Lucha Libre. Throughout the game, fans can play Stadium-Wide Loteria.
Sunday’s series finale is the final minor-league baseball game at John Thurman Field and the final Modesto Nuts game in franchise history. Kids 12 and younger get in free. Free tickets will be available at the box office. Modesto Nuts alumni players and event staff will also get in for free. Text proof of employment (shirt, badge, paystub or photo) at least 48 hours in advance to 209-572-4487.
Fans will want to show up to the ballpark early Sunday prior to the 12:05 p.m. first pitch. When gates open, the first 500 fans will receive a voucher for the final giveaway. Items will be handed out during the game to patrons with vouchers only. The Nuts will host a player-worn jersey auction with proceeds going to the Stanislaus Arts Council. There will also be a pregame player autograph session. Sunday will also be the final day of the garage sale and fans will be able to walk on the field and will be invited to run the bases one final time.
“The Modesto Nuts have been a cornerstone of the Modesto community, providing family-friendly entertainment, unforgettable moments, and a love for the game,” the Nuts’ release said. “As we close our final season, we celebrate the players, the fans (and) the staff that has kept baseball alive in Modesto.”
This story was originally published August 26, 2025 at 8:05 AM.
