TempStaff Transaction: Mud Monsters Activate RHP Rodney Theophile from VISA INACTIVE List

PEARL, Miss. (May 13, 2025) — The Mississippi Mud Monsters announced today that right-handed pitcher Rodney Theophile has been activated from the VISA INACTIVE list. With this move, the Mud Monsters’ active roster is now at 25 players.

Theophile, an imposing 6-foot-6, 275 lb right-handed, Nicaraguan, joins the active roster for the first time, being pulled in from the VISA INACTIVE list. Rodney will move straight into the starting rotation and start the opening game of the upcoming 3-game set versus the visiting Gateway Grizzlies. First pitch is set for 6:30. Gates open one hour prior at 5:30.

Don’t miss out on the fun at Trustmark Park! Here’s what’s coming up for the rest of this week’s homestand:

• Tuesday, May 13 – 6:30 PM:

Master Mudders Club (ages 55+) & Bingo Night

• Wednesday, May 14 – 6:30 PM:

What’s on the Stick?

Sample “Mystery” and  “You Pick” Country Pleasin’ Sausage on a Stick. 

Try all 7 flavors to earn an exclusive “Meat the Challenge” T-shirt!

• Thursday, May 15 – 6:30 PM:

Thirsty Thursday

Enjoy 16oz draft beers for just $2.

• Friday, May 16 – 6:30 PM:

Fireworks Friday

Plus, more Bingo fun throughout the night.

• Saturday, May 17 – 6:00 PM:

Leather Patch Cap Giveaway (presented by the U.S. Coast Guard).

• Sunday, May 18 – 2:00 PM:

Family Feature Sunday

Lil’ Creatures Kids Club Day & Kids Run the Bases presented by the Mississippi Children’s Museum.

Join us for monster baseball, off-the-wall promotions, and a swamp-sized good time all week long!

The Mud Monsters, based in Pearl, Mississippi, play their home games at Trustmark Park and are committed to building a competitive roster under the leadership of Manager Jay Pecci and General Manager Andrew Seymour

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About the Mississippi Mud Monsters
The Mississippi Mud Monsters bring high-energy baseball, community engagement, and fierce competition to Central Mississippi, creating an electrifying game-day experience that blends toughness, teamwork, and tradition with the excitement of America’s pastime. Inspired by classic monster movies and driven by a passion for the sport, the Mud Monsters are here to make memories, stir up mayhem, and bring baseball back to Pearl—one weird, wonderful night at a time.