The Lucky Classic
Sunday, November 16, 2025 // First Pitch: 1:35pm
The Lucky Classic—a celebrity softball game hosted by The Burger Family Foundation, founded by Texas Rangers infielder Jake Burger and his wife Ashlyn—is bringing big names and big heart to the field. The event will feature MLB stars like Corey Seager, Brandon Lowe, and Brent Rooker, alongside country artists, comedians, and surprise guests.
Presented by BRUCE BOLT, all players will be outfitted in premium gear, with the action kicking off with a Home Run Derby led by BRUCE BOLT’s Bear Mayer.
This isn’t just another game. It’s a day where some of baseball’s biggest names come together to show young athletes what being an MLB player really means — on and off the field.
Featuring Appearances from:
Tony Vitello
Head coach of UT’s NCAA 2024 National Championship team
Corey Seager
Texas Rangers, 2x World Series Champion, World Series MVP
CHris Bassitt
Toronto Blue Jays, 2023 MLB All-Star & 15-Game Winner
Vinnie Pasquantino
Kansas City Royals, Fan Favorite & Team USA World Baseball Classic Player
Brent Rooker
Oakland Athletics, 2023 MLB All-Star & Home Run Leader for the A’s
Brent Lowe
Tampa Bay Rays, 2021 All-Star & Power-Hitting Second Baseman
Bryan Reynolds
Pittsburgh Pirates, 2x All-Star, 3x Roberto Clemente Award Winner
Jacob deGrom
Texas Rangers, 2x Cy Young Award Winner
Kumar Rocker
Texas Rangers, 2022 3rd Overall MLB Draft Pick
Zach Eflin
Baltimore Orioles, 2023 AL Wins Leader
Kyle Wright
Kansas City Royals, 2022 NL Wins Leader
Jake Diekman
12-Year MLB Veteran (Phillies, Royals, Red Sox, Mets & more)
Daniel Lynch iv
Kansas City Royals
From inspiring stories to family fun, The Lucky Classic is all about using the game we love to make an impact. Every ticket sold supports the Burger Family Foundation’s mission to empower families with disabilities through direct support and community programs — inspired by Jake and Ashlyn’s daughter, Penelope, who was born with Down syndrome.
The Burger Family Foundation was inspired by Jake and Ashlyn’s daughter, Penelope, who was born with Down Syndrome. Driven to champion inclusion and support families like theirs, the foundation provides financial assistance, therapy, and community through the healing power of ranch life. Jake now wears #21 to honor Trisomy 21 and those with Down Syndrome, including Penelope, who inspired headlines during spring training after her successful heart surgery.
Learn more at burgerfamilyfoundation.org or follow @burgerfamilyfoundation on Instagram.