The Tampa Yankees have changed their name to the Tampa Tarpons. This is another instance where the minor league team is trying to create its own identity. In this instance, they decided to go back to the nickname that was used for the Tampa team from 1957-1987 before it became a Yankees affiliate.
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- Wilmington Blue Rocks vs Aberdeen IronBirds – May 29, 2022
- Philadelphia Phillies vs Colorado Rockies – April 27, 2022
- Previous League Names Have Returned
- Sugar Land Changes Name to Sugar Land Space Cowboys
- Smokies To Change Name to Knoxville Smokies in 2024
- Endeavour Group Holdings Buys 9 Minor League Teams
- Beloit Changes Name to Beloit Sky Carp
- Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins – July 17, 2021
- Aberdeen IronBirds vs Rome Braves – June 26, 2021
- 2021 Minor League Baseball – Invitations Accepted and Leagues Defined