Savannah Bananas Bring Party to St. Louis with a Few Surprises

The Savannah Bananas descended upon Busch Stadium for two sold-out nights of “Banana Ball” madness in St. Louis. In a city where baseball is practically a religion, the fans witnessed a new brand of baseball. The games were initially scheduled for April but were rained out. However, the highly anticipated July 18th and 19th dates delivered on their promise of entertainment, turning the iconic ballpark into a playground, and surprisingly, a few legitimate baseball moments.

From the moment fans streamed into the stadium, clad in every shade of yellow imaginable, it was clear this wasn’t your typical game. The pre-game atmosphere was electric, more akin to a festival than a sporting event. The “Before the Peel” show set the stage, with players, mascots, and cast members hyping up the crowd with music, dancing, and comedy that had families laughing from the stands.

Savannah Bananas Make Their Own Rules

Then came the main event, Banana Ball. For the uninitiated, it’s baseball, but with a wild twist. Bunting gets you ejected. Foul balls caught by fans are outs. Walks become sprints until every fielder has touched the ball. And tie games are settled in one-on-one showdowns. It sounds chaotic, and it is, but in the most entertaining way possible.

The Bananas, facing off against their equally theatrical rivals, the Party Animals, transformed every play into a performance. Pitchers performed backflips after strikeouts, fielders broke into choreographed dances between pitches, and the entire stadium erupted in cheers for everything from a well-executed double play to a silly mascot antic.

Cardinals’ Legends Make an Appearance

One of the weekend’s highlights for local fans was the surprise appearances of St. Louis Cardinals’ legends Adam Wainwright, Jason Isringhausen, and Lance Lynn. Wainwright not only donned a Bananas jersey but also joined in the dancing, much to the crowd’s delight. It was a moment that perfectly encapsulated the Bananas’ appeal.