The Modesto Nuts are a minor league baseball team based in Modesto, California. They are a Class A-Advanced affiliate of the Seattle Mariners and compete in the California League. The team was established in 1946 and has undergone several name changes before settling on the "Nuts" in 2005. The Nuts play their home games at John Thurman Field, which has a seating capacity of around 4,000. The team's mascot, Nutty, is a popular figure at games, entertaining fans and promoting community engagement. The Modesto Nuts aim to develop young talent while providing affordable family entertainment.