2025 MiLB Alternate Identities: A Fun and Wild Season Ahead

The 2025 Minor League Baseball (MiLB) season promises to be a delightfully quirky affair as teams across the nation embrace unique alternate identities. This trend, which brings a mix of humor, local culture, and outright absurdity, is set to captivate fans once again.

Southern Tier Spicy Meatballs (Binghamton Rumble Ponies)

The Binghamton Rumble Ponies, the Double-A affiliate of the New York Mets, have unveiled their new alter ego, the Southern Tier Spicy Meatballs. This identity pays homage to the Italian heritage of the Binghamton region, particularly the village of Endicott. The team will don this spicy persona for a three-game series against the New Hampshire Fisher Cats in August.

Barkansas Dizzys (Arkansas Travelers)

The Arkansas Travelers are tipping their hats to their beloved ballpark dog, Dizzy, with their new identity, the Barkansas Dizzys. This alter ego, complete with a logo featuring a starry-eyed Dizzy holding a ball in his mouth, will be featured in six games in June.

Wisconsin Frozen Pizzas (Wisconsin Timber Rattlers)

Wisconsin, known as the frozen pizza capital of the world, is celebrating its culinary claim to fame through the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers’ new identity, the Wisconsin Frozen Pizzas. Fans attending the July 12 game at Neuroscience Group Field will receive a pizza oven bobblehead, commemorating the state’s love for frozen pizza.

Jacksonville Honey Drippers (Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp)

The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, the Triple-A affiliate of the Miami Marlins, will transform into the Jacksonville Honey Drippers for two weekends this season. This identity celebrates a popular frozen summer treat that originated in Jacksonville, and it comes with a vibrant blue, yellow, and pink color palette.

Fresno Tacos (Fresno Grizzlies)

The Fresno Grizzlies continue their long-standing tradition of playing select games as the Fresno Tacos. This identity honors the franchise’s annual Taco Truck Throwdown and the Central Valley’s status as the birthplace of the taco truck.

Akron Cheese Salads (Akron RubberDucks)

The Akron RubberDucks, the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians, will celebrate a local dish with their alternate identity, the Akron Cheese Salads. This dish, featuring lettuce, tomato slices, black olives, and a generous helping of mozzarella cheese, will be highlighted in a one-night stint on July 11.

New Hampshire Space Potatoes (New Hampshire Fisher Cats)

The New Hampshire Fisher Cats, the Double-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, have combined local legends to create the New Hampshire Space Potatoes identity. This name pays tribute to the state’s potato heritage and a famous 1960s alien abduction story.

Winston-Salem Hooch Pooches (Winston-Salem Dash)

The Winston-Salem Dash, a Chicago White Sox affiliate, will transform into the Winston-Salem Hooch Pooches for a game on June 20. This identity draws inspiration from Prohibition-era bootlegging and stock car racing history.

Toledo Mud Crawlers (Toledo Mud Hens)

Staying true to their muddy roots, the Toledo Mud Hens will play six games this season as the Toledo Mud Crawlers. The logo features a duck riding an off-road vehicle through the mud, adding a whimsical touch to this identity.

These alternate identities not only add fun and creativity to the MiLB season but also celebrate local culture and history, making each game a unique experience for fans.