The Richmond Flying Squirrels played their first game at the much-anticipated CarMax Park on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Fans receive rally towels, above, Tuesday night before the Richmond Flying Squirrels christened CarMax Park with a 3-2 victory over the Altoona Curve. Below, Richmond's Dayson Croes scores the first run in CarMax Park history in the first inning of Tuesday's game.
Gov. Abigail Spanberger hugs her daughter, Catherine, after throwing out the ceremonial first pitch before a baseball game between Richmond and Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is the first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
People hold a large American Flag before a baseball game between Richmond and Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
A CarMax representative, Gov. Abigail Spanberger, and Mayor Danny Avula throw out the ceremonial first pitch before a baseball game between Richmond and Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
The field is painted before a baseball game between Richmond and Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
Nutasha looks on as Nutzy signs an autograph before a baseball game between Richmond and Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
Richmond Flying Squirrels mascot Nutzy waved a team flag before the inaugural game at CarMax Park between Richmond and Altoona on April 7.
People hold a large American Flag before a baseball game between Richmond and Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
Fans take a selfie with Nutzy and Natasha before a baseball game between Richmond and Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
People hold a large American Flag before a baseball game between Richmond and Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
People hold a large American Flag before a baseball game between Richmond and Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
Gov. Abigail Spanberger and Mayor Danny Avula laugh after throwing out the ceremonial first pitch before a baseball game between Richmond and Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
Richmond left fielder Scott Bandura (7) throws the ball to first base during a baseball game against Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
Richmond infielder Dayson Croes (14) runs toward home plate during a baseball game against Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
Richmond Flying Squirrels manager Dennis Pelfrey counseled Dayson Croes at third base during a game against Altoona at CarMax Park in April.
Nutzy hugs Gov. Abigail Spanberger before a baseball game between Richmond and Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
Richmond Flying Squirrels outfielder Jonah Cox headed toward an attempted steal of second as Altoona's Dominic Perachi delivered during the inaugural game at CarMax Park on April 7.
Richmond center fielder Turner Hill (16) swings at the ball during a baseball game against Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
Richmond Flying Squirrels pitcher Cesar Perdomo is among three team players, and a coach, from Venezuela.
Richmond infielder Dayson Croes (14) tries to tag out Altoona outfielder Titus Dumitru (27) at second base, but he is called “safe” during a baseball game between Richmond and Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
Richmond infielder Dayson Croes (14) points to a teammate during a baseball game against Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
Richmond infielder Dayson Croes (14) throws the ball to first base during a baseball game against Altoona at CarMax Park in Richmond, VA, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This is first game ever to be played at CarMax Park.
Legislation aimed at easing burdens on people trying to comply with court orders will now be law, as well as a measure ending the Sons of Confederate Veterans license plates.
The way forward to a new state budget may not be clear, but Gov. Abigail Spanberger said she believes the General Assembly will send her one when it meets in a special session later this month.
Senate Finance Committee chair Louise Lucas, D-Portsmouth, used the bill signing to make a point about data centers.
The first veto from Gov. Abigail Spanberger killed a top priority effort from Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell, D- Fairfax, to authorize a casino in Northern Virginia’s Tysons Corner.
That's more than double the $250,000 Clay initially sought in her wrongful termination lawsuit against City Hall.
Spanberger approved measures that say Virginians injured by firearms, along with prosecutors, can sue firearms firms if they haven’t made reasonable efforts to ensure guns don’t end up in the hands of people who shouldn’t have them.
