A Message From Managing Partner Patrick Cassidy

As we draw ever closer to the start of the 2026 season, we are of course naturally getting many inquiries about the status of the ballpark. Here’s what we can share for now.

Meetings with key suppliers, contractors, in-house work crews, and the City are ongoing as we continue addressing occupancy requirements, amenities, and the fan experience.

At this time, we are unable to announce a definitive date for when the stadium will be open to the public. We recognize fans and community members are eager to hear more specific timelines, but there is still work that needs to be completed to meet all required code and safety clearances. That announcement, tentative or otherwise, will be shared by stadium ownership.

In the meantime, work continues, the weather is cooperating, progress is good, and we will release more information as soon as we are able.

Players are scheduled to report May 23 to 25.

The field of play, live streaming, and our first on-field game at the ballpark remain on track and are scheduled to occur June 6 at Energy City Metro Ballpark.

The destination is worth the patience.

Epic journeys require bold and courageous travellers, and this journey’s destination involves not one, but decades of opening days and hundreds of momentous occasions shared with family, friends, and loved ones.

Former Edmonton Prospect Eric Sabrowski, now with the Cleveland Guardians, celebrates a walkoff win with fellow Prospects during the 2017 season.

For 20 years, the Edmonton Prospects provided that history and those incredible moments. Now, the Energy City Cactus Rats are ready to pick up the mantle, with quill in hand, to write the next chapters in what will undoubtedly be historic, momentous, and exhilarating times for baseball fans in this part of the world.

With sincere thanks,

Pat Cassidy

Managing Partner

Energy City Cactus Rats