On Deck at The Vic: September 8-13

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indianapolis Indians return to Victory Field for the final homestand of the 2026 regular season with a six-game series beginning tonight at 6:35 PM against the Omaha Storm Chasers.

Indy heads into this week’s series at Victory Field 1.0 game back of Rochester (Triple-A affiliate of the Washington Nationals) and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (New York Yankees) in the second half standings in the International League with a 36-27 record. If Indy ends the regular season on Sunday, Sept. 20 in first place, it will play at the first-half winner (Memphis Redbirds) for a best-of-three League Championship Series beginning on Tuesday, Sept. 22 in Memphis. The winners of each LCS will advance to the Triple-A National Championship Game for a single-elimination contest to crown the club atop the highest level of the minors. Memphis (IL, 47-28) and Las Vegas (Pacific Coast League, 44-29) were the first-half winners.

The Omaha Storm Chasers come to Indy after splitting a home series with St. Paul last week. The Storm Chasers enter the week at 29-32 in the second half. Omaha will have to deal with Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder/first baseman Ryan O’Hearn, who is beginning a major league rehab assignment on Tuesday with Indy.

The best fans in minor league baseball will experience one final homestand in 2026 at Victory Field, featuring Fan Appreciation Weekend, presented by Elements Financial and Spokenote, which will be highlighted by a Mystery Promo Item Ticket Package. When fans buy this special ticket package for any game during the final homestand, they will receive mystery promotional giveaway items from earlier games this season.

On Friday, Purdue Night will feature All-American and current Pacers two-way guard Braden Smith, along with Indiana natives Luke Ertel (2026 Indiana Mr. Basketball) and Jack Benter to sign autographs for fans in the Center Field Plaza from 5:30-6:10 PM.

On Wednesday, Purr in the Park, will allow fans to bring their cat to the ballpark, while Bark in the Park will return for one final game on Thursday night.

This week’s Hot Dog of the Homestand, presented by Eisenberg, is the ‘Good Boy’. The chili & cheese hot dog was voted by the fans as the best hot dog of the season and will be available at the grill carts near Sections 105 and 120.

GAME-BY-GAME HIGHLIGHTS

Tuesday, September 8 | Gates Open: 5:30 PM | First Pitch: 6:35 PM

Tuesday Dollar Menu presented by Eisenberg: Bring your appetite and devour hot dogs, peanuts, potato chips, popcorn, Cracker Jack® and churros, all available for just $1.

Girls and Women in Sports Community Celebration, in partnership with Girls Inc.: A celebration of the athletes, leaders and trailblazers advancing opportunities for girls and women in sports. We honor their achievements and commitment to growing the game for the next generation. Indy Ignite Visit: Indy Ignite libero and Roncalli High School alumna Emma Halter will sign autographs for fans in the Center Field Plaza from 5:30-6 PM and throw out a ceremonial first pitch.

Probable Pitchers: IND - RHP Thomas Harrington vs. OMA - RHP Tony Gonsolin

Wednesday, September 9 | Gates Open: 5:30 PM | First Pitch: 6:35 PM

Purr in the Park, presented by VEG ER: Take meow-t to the ball game! Enrich one of your cat's nine lives with nine innings of fun by bringing them along to our first Purr at the Park game at Victory Field. Each cat must be accompanied by at least one human. Also, characters from "Cats: The Musical" will be in the Center Field Plaza from 5:30-6:15 PM to meet with fans.

Half-Off Wednesday Night, presented by Best-One of Indy: Enjoy half-price tickets for every Wednesday night game! Enter the code HALF in the coupon code field before selecting your seats.

Probable Pitchers: IND – LHP Hunter Barco vs. OMA - RHP Henry Williams

Thursday, September 10 | Gates Open: 5:30 PM | First Pitch: 6:35 PM

Bark in the Park, presented by Credelio Quattro, Pacifico, PetSuites, Tito's Handmade Vodka: Raise the woof! Have a ball with your four-legged best friend and catch the game together from the left and center field lawn. Each dog must be accompanied by at least one human.

German Heritage Night: Join us for a night celebrating German heritage and culture!

Thirsty Thursday™, presented by Busch Light: Satisfy your thirst with $3 12 oz. Busch Light cans, $3 draft beers and $2 Pepsi fountain drinks.

2027 Indianapolis Indians Schedule Announcement: Updates and an official announcement regarding the 125th year of Indianapolis Indians baseball are expected to be made on Thursday.

Probable Pitchers: IND – RHP Antwone Kelly vs. OMA - TBD

Friday, September 11 | Gates Open: 5:30 PM | First Pitch: 6:35 PM

Purdue Night, presented by Purdue University: Show your gold and black pride for Purdue Night, featuring pregame autographs from Braden Smith, Luke Ertel and Jack Benter for fans in the Center Field Plaza from 5:30-6:10 PM.

Friday Fireworks: Fan Appreciation Weekend starts with postgame fireworks!

Probable Pitchers: IND – LHP Connor Wietgrefe vs. OMA - TBD

Saturday, September 12 | Gates Open: 5:30 PM | First Pitch: 6:35 PM

Scratch-Off Card Giveaway: The first 2,500 early-arriving fans through the gates will receive a scratch-off card for a chance to win exclusive prizes, such as an Indianapolis Indians pennant, tote bag or tumbler cup.

9 Innings of Winnings, presented by Elements Financial: Every inning will see one lucky fan win a prize, culminating in a grand cash prize. A ticket to Saturday’s game counts as an entry.

Saturday Fireworks, presented by Elements Financial and Spokenote: A second consecutive night of fireworks for Fan Appreciation Weekend.

Probable Pitchers: IND – LHP Nick Dombkowski vs. OMA - TBD

Sunday, September 13 | Gates Open: 12:30 PM | First Pitch: 1:30 PM

Kids Eat Free Sunday, presented by Meijer and Prairie Farms: Lunch is on us to close out the series! All children ages 14 and under receive a free hot dog, bag of chips and a Prairie Farms milk with price of admission. Free food and beverage items subject to change.

Victory Field 30th Anniversary Card Set Giveaway: The first 2,500 early-arriving fans through the gates will receive a Victory Field 30th Anniversary Card Set giveaway.

Probable Pitchers: IND - RHP Thomas Harrington vs. OMA - TBD