Savannah Bananas Electrify Yankee Stadium in Debut Bronx Exhibition

Lead: On Saturday, September 13, 2025, the Savannah Bananas brought their high-energy “Banana Ball” to Yankee Stadium, facing the Firefighters in front of a sold-out Bronx crowd for the team’s first New York appearance.

Nut Graf: Famed for fast-paced, fan-first antics and unconventional rules, the Bananas transformed the iconic ballpark into a baseball carnival, reminding fans that America’s pastime can blend sport and showmanship.

Banana Ball Takes Over the Bronx

• Two-hour time limit kept the action brisk, while each inning awarded a single point regardless of runs scored, ensuring no lead ever felt safe.
• Traditional walks were replaced by sprint-on-ball plays; foul balls caught by fans counted as outs, and bunting was strictly forbidden.

Unique Atmosphere and Fan Engagement

Tony Bruno, senior vice president of Yankee Global Enterprises, noted, “These tickets have been among the most sought-after we’ve offered. They introduce a fresh style to the game. It’s quite the phenomenon”. Between innings, players broke into choreographed dances and comedy routines, immersing the 47,000 attendees in nonstop entertainment.

Looking Ahead

After New York, the Banana Ball World Tour continues to Seattle and Houston, promising more sold-out nights and memorable experiences as the Bananas redefine what it means to play-and enjoy-baseball.