Raccoon makes appearance during Mariners' first Jimothy Night celebration
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 7:05 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The Seattle Mariners held their first Jimothy Night on Wednesday, celebrating viral raccoon Jimothy. During the event, a raccoon was spotted in the rafters at T-Mobile Park, with footage shared on social media. The Mariners earned a victory against the Detroit Tigers with a score of 4-2. Due to the event's popularity, a second Jimothy Night is scheduled for tonight, featuring a special alumni Home Run Derby headlined by Commissioner Ken Griffey Jr. Fans can redeem exclusive T-shirts by bringing eligible tickets to the game.
- •Mariners celebrated Jimothy Night with a special T-shirt promotion.
- •A raccoon appeared during the game, drawing attention from fans.
- •Seattle won against the Detroit Tigers, 4-2.
- •A second Jimothy Night is set for tonight alongside an Alumni Home Run Derby.
- •T-shirts available to fans who purchased through Jimothy Night offer.
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Raccoon crashes Seattle Mariners’ first Jimothy Night — event returns tonight
"The Seattle Mariners celebrated “Hot Jimothy Summer” with a special night honoring viral raccoon Jimothy on Wednesday.
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