Baseball By Design: Stories of Minor League Logos and Nicknames

The Gateway Grizzlies, an independent team in the Frontier League, play in Sauget, Illinois, a small town in the shadow of St. Louis's Gateway Arch just across the river in Missouri. Neither state has ever been part of the grizzly bear's habitat, so why is this team called the Grizzlies? Listen and learn! Guests this week include:

Jason Guerette, Broadcaster, Gateway Grizzlies

Ranger Amy Burnett, Insta @therealrangeramy

Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon

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When the Appalachian League lost its affiliated status in 2020, all 10 teams were forced to rebrand. The Bluefield Ridge Runners adopted a train-themed brand that celebrates the Blue Ridge mountains, the coal mining industry, and a beloved toy train character. Guests this week include:

Garrett Schilling, General Manager, Bluefield Ridge Runners

Ranger Amy Burnett, Insta @therealrangeramy

Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon

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The Montreal Expos logo has been the subject of debate, conversation, and even conspiracy theories over the years. Author, baseball historian, and sports design royalty Todd Radom discusses the history of the Expos and their iconic brand. 

Guests include:

Todd Radom, Todd Radom Design toddradom.com

Dan Simon, Studio Simon, studiosimon.net

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An incorrect answer on the TV game show Jeopardy led to one of Minor League Baseball's funniest theme nights. This Thursday, the Columbia Fireflies will take the field as the Synchronized Hippos. Guests include:

John Kocsis, Jr., Broadcaster, Columbia Fireflies

Donnie Wise, DHC Sports Show, Insta @wisedrjr

Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon

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It's the 10th iteration of the Baseballpalooza road trip, and it's the biggest one yet! The guys guide you through the Northeast and talk about the magic of a road trip with old friends.

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