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Jimothy the raccoon sparks Mariners concession item, with a "Trash Panda" cocktail and exclusive t-shirt, as the team hosts "Jimothy Night" on August 5
The Seattle Mariners are hosting a "Jimothy Night" on August 5, in honor of the viral raccoon, with a special concession item, a "Trash Panda" cocktail, and an exclusive t-shirt, as the team takes on the Detroit Tigers [2]. The event is expected to draw a large crowd, with the first 20,000 fans in attendance receiving a Jimothy rookie card, and $2 from each ticket sold going to the Ballard Food Bank.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Event Date | August 5 |
| Ticket Donation | $2 to Ballard Food Bank |
| Attendance Gift | Jimothy rookie card for first 20,000 fans |
| Concession Item | "Trash Panda" cocktail |
The "Trash Panda" cocktail is a unique item, served in a miniature trash bin with a faux raccoon tail and a Jimothy sticker, and is part of the Mariners' effort to capitalize on the viral sensation of Jimothy the raccoon [3]. The team has already featured Jimothy in graphics on the video board during games and as a profile picture on their social media accounts, and players have been spotted wearing Jimothy shirts during batting practice [4]. The Rocket City Trash Pandas, a Double-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels, are also hosting their own Jimothy Night on August 4, with a Raccoon Parade, trash can dishware, and children's Jimothy masks [1].
The Mariners are not the only team to jump on the Jimothy bandwagon, with the Seattle Storm also featuring the raccoon on their jumbotron, and other establishments in Seattle creating Jimothy-inspired cocktails and novelties [2]. The Toronto Blue Jays have also been called out by fans for not yet creating their own Jimothy-themed item, with one fan asking "Why have the Blue Jays not done this?" [3]. The "Trash Panda" cocktail has generated enthusiastic reactions online, with fans praising the Mariners' marketing and joking about ordering the drink despite its appearance [3].
The success of the "Jimothy Night" event and the "Trash Panda" cocktail will depend on the enthusiasm of the fans and the creativity of the Mariners' marketing team, and will be a testament to the power of social media and viral sensations in shaping sports marketing and culture [2]. The event will also raise money for the Ballard Food Bank, and will be a fun and unique experience for fans of the Mariners and Jimothy the raccoon.
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Wildlife experts say his short, round shape likely results from a spinal deformity resembling short spine syndrome, a condition seen in some mammals.
Legoland built a custom Lego figure, and the Seattle Mariners offered a themed "Trashed Panda" cocktail and distributed Jimothy‑branded trading cards and T‑shirts during games.
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and local health officials advise people not to approach the raccoon, noting wild raccoons can carry bacteria and parasites transmissible to humans.