Baseball By Design: Stories of Minor League Logos and Nicknames

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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The Reno Aces dig deep into their hometown's heritage with two of their identities: The "Biggest Little City" alternate identity plays on the city's slogan, found on an iconic arch on the edge of town, and a Reno Silver Sox brand honors the town's baseball past.

Guests this week include:

Blake O'Brien, Senior Director of Creative Services, Reno Aces

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

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The Augusta GreenJackets are a rare baseball team whose logo is based on another sport. The team leans into its hometown's claim to fame, the iconic Augusta National golf course. Guests this week include:

Brandon Greene, General Manager, Augusta GreenJackets

Jason Klein, Brandiose, brandiose.com

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

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The identity for the Charleston RiverDogs, Single-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, has a surprising back story—it's not based on dogs at all, but rather rats. Guests this week:

Ben Abzug, Senior Vice President, Charleston RiverDogs

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

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