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River Turtles set for 2026 opener at Calfee Park on Thursday
The River Turtles kick off the 2026 Appalachian League season at Calfee Park on Thursday, June 4, with tickets available for opening week in Pulaski [1][2]. The club has put the call out for fans to make plans for the first games of the summer at Motor Mile Field at Calfee Park [4].Manager Bill Kinneberg returns to lead a roster that features six players back from 2025 and a mix drawn from multiple Division I programs, aiming to build on a strong foundation in the East Division [1]. Pulaski enters the campaign having stacked four top‑three finishes in five seasons, and the group expects to be in the chase again [1].Fans can lock in seats and check the full slate through the Appalachian League schedule portal, with ballpark events and promotions rolling through the club’s community calendar as opening week arrives [2][3].