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News release from the TinCaps:<\/p>\n

Fort Wayne TinCaps Invited to High-A<\/strong>
\nReshuffle of Minor League Baseball Means Promotion for Fort Wayne<\/em><\/p>\n

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(December 9, 2020) \u2014 Major League Baseball (MLB) extended invitations to 120 teams today, marking the new configuration of Minor League Baseball. This includes the proposed elevation of the Fort Wayne TinCaps to a higher level of professional baseball.<\/p>\n

The TinCaps are pleased to have received this invitation and look forward to reviewing the complete terms and conditions of the new license that will be offered by Major League Baseball.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere has been a lot of anticipation regarding the restructuring of Minor League Baseball,\u201d said TinCaps President Mike Nutter. \u201cWe\u2019re excited that the TinCaps have been invited to join at the High-A level. Fans in Fort Wayne will have the chance to experience a higher level of baseball than before with players closer to becoming Major League stars.\u201d<\/p>\n

MLB\u2019s new player development structure will consist of 120 teams across four levels: Triple-A, Double-A, High-A, and Low-A. Each MLB team will have one Minor League licensed affiliate at each level. (MLB teams also will have additional affiliates in the Dominican Republic and in either Arizona or Florida.) <\/p>\n

The TinCaps have been invited to continue their tremendous partnership and affiliation with the San Diego Padres as the Padres\u2019 High-A team. Previously, Fort Wayne has played at the Low-A level since Minor League Baseball\u2019s arrival in the city in 1993. That includes being affiliated with the Padres since 1999. At 22 years, Fort Wayne\u2019s affiliation with San Diego is the longest-running in Padres history. <\/p>\n

\u201cThe quality of Parkview Field had a tremendous amount to do with our not merely being included in the 120 teams invited to join the new Minor League Baseball, but moving up to High-A,\u201d Nutter said. \u201cFort Wayne\u2019s ballpark is recognized as one of the top fan experiences in all of Minor League Baseball, and among the best playing surfaces and clubhouse facilities anywhere in the country. The important step that Fort Wayne took by building Parkview Field has not only helped revitalize downtown, but has also secured the long-term future of high-level affiliated baseball in the city.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWe couldn\u2019t be more proud of what has been accomplished in Fort Wayne over the past 12 years,\u201d said TinCaps Managing Owner Jason Freier. \u201cWe want to thank Mayor Tom Henry and the City of Fort Wayne for their vision and steadfast support, Congressman Jim Banks for consistently championing the cause of the TinCaps and Minor League Baseball, and, of course, the great fans of Fort Wayne. We look forward to receiving the proposed agreement with Major League Baseball.\u201d<\/p>\n

“The Fort Wayne TinCaps and Parkview Field have been an integral part of the revitalization and success of our downtown,\u201d said Mayor Tom Henry. \u201cIt’s great that our community and region will now be part of High-A baseball through the changes to the Minor League Baseball system. We’ve enjoyed a tremendous partnership with the leadership of the TinCaps organization, and we look forward with optimism to 2021 and beyond.”<\/p>\n

United States Congressman Jim Banks, who serves Indiana\u2019s 3rd district, also expressed his excitement at the news and for the future of the TinCaps. <\/p>\n

“I\u2019d like to offer big congratulations to the TinCaps\u2019 leadership,\u201d Congressman Banks said. \u201cHard work pays off. I\u2019d also like to recognize the TinCaps\u2019 fanbase, whose support allowed Fort Wayne baseball to keep growing during a challenging period. We’re more excited than ever to see what the TinCaps can do at Parkview Field in 2021.” <\/p>\n

The TinCaps\u2019 fan experience, perennially rated No. 1 across all of Minor League Baseball by Stadium Journey magazine in its annual rankings, will now boast a higher level of play on the field and more seasoned players on the roster.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019ve been blessed to have seen some top-level prospects in Fort Wayne over the years,\u201d Nutter said. \u201cThis franchise has had 192 former players go on to play in the Major Leagues. Our players have earned All-Star status, Cy Young awards, and World Series MVP. Recent TinCap Fernando Tatis Jr. nearly won this season\u2019s NL MVP award at just 21 years old. With the TinCaps now playing at the High-A level, we\u2019ll see an even higher caliber of player and more Fort Wayne alumni being promoted to the Major Leagues.\u201d<\/p>\n

The High-A designation will mean more experienced and talented players wearing the Fort Wayne TinCaps uniform. <\/p>\n

\u201cPreviously, Fort Wayne was most likely the first taste of full-season professional baseball for players on the TinCaps,\u201d Nutter said. \u201cNow, at High-A, we\u2019ll have a roster that has more experience and is one step closer to the Major Leagues.\u201d<\/p>\n

Once the Minor League Baseball teams and leagues are finalized, the TinCaps will receive their 2021 schedule. <\/p>\n

\u201cWe look forward to the resumption of baseball at Parkview Field,\u201d Nutter said. \u201cWe can\u2019t wait until we have our 2021 schedule so fans can start planning to be out at the ballpark.\u201d<\/p>\n

As planning for 2021 continues, the TinCaps will monitor Indiana and Allen County COVID-19 related projected protocols, requirements, and recommendations for the spring and summer. <\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019ll approach the 2021 season with extreme care and consideration,\u201d Nutter said. \u201cEvery event at Parkview Field will put the health and safety of our fans, guests, staff, and players first. We\u2019re hopeful that between now and Opening Day we\u2019ll see tremendous strides taken toward returning to some level of normalcy. Whatever the situation, when it\u2019s time to \u2018play ball,\u2019 we\u2019ll be ready as a staff and facility.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Padres also have invited the El Paso Chihuahuas (Triple-A), San Antonio Missions (Double-A), and Lake Elsinore Storm (Low-A) to join their player development system.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re eager and excited to continue our long-standing relationships with El Paso, San Antonio, Fort Wayne, and Lake Elsinore,\u201d said Padres Executive Vice President & General Manager A.J. Preller. \u201cThey have been valued partners of the Padres throughout our player development system for many years, and each of their respective communities have supported their teams and welcomed our players and staff with open arms. We look forward to bringing Padres baseball back to these communities again in 2021.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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