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It took until the 257th episode of Baseball By Design for us to feature an affiliated team named for its parent club—this week we discuss the South Bend Cubs. While most minor league teams are moving toward unique monikers, why does it work for the Cubs in South Bend to have the same name as their Major League parent club?  Guests this week include: Joe Hart, President, South Bend Cubs Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast TikTok @baseballbydesign YouTube @baseballbydesign linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign

The Long Island Ducks have been a stalwart in the Atlantic League for more than a quarter century. The team reprised the name of a minor league hockey team of the same name and has carried the moniker with distinction.  Guests this week include: Michael Pfaff, President and Chief Business Officer Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon Ranger Amy Burnett, Insta @therealrangeramy Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast TikTok @baseballbydesign YouTube @baseballbydesign linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign

The Ogden Raptors debuted at a time when our collective imaginations were captivated by Jurassic Park, but their logo is actually based on a local dinosaur discovery called the the Utahraptor. Guests include: Dave Baggott, Founder and Owner, Ogden Raptors Jim Christopher, Ballpark Nation, YouTube @ballparknation Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast TikTok @baseballbydesign YouTube @baseballbydesign linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign Email questions and comments for the podcast to [email protected]. Baseball By Design is a member of the Curved Brim Media Network.

Hot off the presses, the Springfield Cardinals rebranded as the Ozarks Springbirds, staying close to their parent club's brand while creating something unique to the community. Guests include: Dan Reiter, General Manager, Springfield Cardinals Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast TikTok @baseballbydesign YouTube @baseballbydesign linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign Email questions and comments for the podcast to [email protected]. Baseball By Design is a member of the Curved Brim Media Network.

The collegiate summer level Martha's Vineyard Sharks play in a town made famous by an iconic movie. The Jaws-themed team takes a kid-friendly approach to nature's greatest predator. Guests include: Russ Curran, President & GM, Martha's Vineyard Sharks Todd Malhoit, Creative Director, toddmalhoit.com Jim Christopher, Ballpark Nation, YouTube @ballparknation Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast TikTok @baseballbydesign YouTube @baseballbydesign linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign   Email questions and comments for the podcast to [email protected]. Baseball By Design is a member of the Curved Brim Media Network.

The Tri-City ValleyCats, based in Troy, New York, have been around for a quarter century and play with one of independent baseball's most enduring brands. Guests this week include: Rick Murphy, President/Owner, Tri-City ValleyCats Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon Ranger Amy Burnett, Insta @therealrangeramy Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast TikTok @baseballbydesign YouTube @baseballbydesign linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign

In an unprecedented follow-up to a previous episode, Jeopardy contestant Lauren Vincent joins the podcast to discuss her role in the existence of the Columbia Synchronized Hippos. Plus, hear Lauren's appearance on the Columbia Fireflies broadcast with John Kocsis! Guests include: Lauren Vincent, Jeopardy Contestant Donnie Wise, DHC Sports Show, Insta @wisedrjr John Kocsis, Jr., Broadcaster, Columbia Fireflies Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign TikTok @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign Baseball By Design is a member of the Curved Brim Media Network.

It's the 250th episode of Baseball By Design—the semiquincentepisode—and we're marking the occasion with the Somerset Patriots, who played as the Semiquincentennials in July.  This week on the podcast: Hal Hansen, Senior Director, Sales & Marketing, Somerset Patriots Ryan Foose, Fooser Sports Design, Insta @foosersports Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast TikTok @baseballbydesign YouTube @baseballbydesign linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign

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 Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast TikTok @baseballbydesign YouTube @baseballbydesign linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign

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 Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast TikTok @baseballbydesign YouTube @baseballbydesign linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign

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 Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign YouTube @baseballbydesign TikTok @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign Baseball By Design is a member of the Curved Brim Media Network.

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 Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign Baseball By Design is a member of the Curved Brim Media Network.

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. Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign Baseball By Design is a member of the Curved Brim Media Network.

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 Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign Baseball By Design is a member of the Curved Brim Media Network.

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 Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign Baseball By Design is a member of the Curved Brim Media Network.