Nashville Sounds Begin 2026 Campaign March 27; Home Opener Set for March 31

By David Oglesby

NASHVILLE, TN — The Nashville Sounds will open the 2026 season on the road at Norfolk on Friday, March 27, before returning home for their First Horizon Park opener on Tuesday, March 31 at 6:35 p.m. against the Charlotte Knights.

The Sounds schedule is now available: Tuesday through Saturday home games will begin at 6:35 p.m., early Sundays through mid-June will start at 1:05 p.m., and Sunday night starts shift to 6:05 p.m. from late June through the season finale on Sunday, Sept. 20. The schedule includes 10 International League visitors and highlights home series over Independence Day weekend against defending Triple-A champions Jacksonville and a Labor Day weekend slate against Louisville. Worcester’s Red Sox make their first trip to Nashville April 14–19.

Manager Rick Sweet emphasized the club’s focus on development and maintaining a winning culture while speaking with reporters this week. “We develop winners,” Sweet said. “Development comes first, but those two things go hand in hand. We want these guys to be ready when they’re called up, and we want to win while we’re doing it.” Sweet noted that this year’s roster is among the youngest he’s managed in recent memory, an element he calls energizing and educational. “It’s fun — teaching guys small things again, checking details. That’s part of development. You’ve got to keep them from getting complacent.”

Right-hander Robert Gasser, one of the veterans expected to anchor the staff, spoke about his approach after recovering from injuries that interrupted his recent seasons. “My goal is to not change the craft just because I’m in a different place,” Gasser said. “Keep doing the same things, stay mentally prepared, and get the work in.” Gasser described a steady recovery and the confidence that comes from feeling healthy again. “I’m getting a full season back (under) my belt and that’s been huge,” he said.

Gasser also reflected on continuity within the organization and how relationships with coaches and trainers have supported his bounce-back. “I’ve known a lot of these guys for years — they help to keep you positive and motivated,” he said. The pitcher stressed the simple, daily focus he brings to camp: execute the plan, improve each outing and stay available for the club.

Both Sweet and Gasser praised the environment in Nashville, citing the city’s amenities and supportive fanbase as advantages for our Triple-A team. Jett Williams, a new player to the club pointed out that being in a lively, accessible city helps players off the field and contributes to the overall experience of playing in Nashville. “It’s nice that you can do normal things here when you aren’t at the ballpark,” he said. “That helps guys settle in and perform.”

As the Sounds head into regular season, the club’s leadership is balancing the push to win with the imperative of preparing young players for major-league opportunities. With a youthful roster, a veteran manager intent on teaching, and pitchers like Gasser trending toward full health, Nashville’s Triple-A campaign will be closely watched by Brewers fans tracking the organization’s next wave of call-ups. Tickets and single-game information are available through the Sounds’ official channels.

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