Next month, the Knoxville Smokies, the Double-A minor league affiliate of the Chicago Cubs, are holding ‘Tennessee Night’. The game against the Rocket City Trash Pandas on Saturday, August 15, 2026, will feature Tennessee Athletics-themed festivities throughout the evening.
“It’s going to feel like ’98 all game long during Tennessee Night at Covenant Health Park!” the Smokies described. “Celebrate all things Tennessee with a night full of Volunteer spirit, in-between inning entertainment, and music!”
As a part of the event, there is going to be a giveaway for the first 1,000 fans through the gates, which is already creating a buzz. Star Tennessee running back and Knoxville native DeSean Bishop is being featured on a bobblehead. It depicts him dropping to his knees in prayer, a common sight for the running back after scoring a touchdown…