#529: Somerset Semiquincentennials

November 21, 2025·1 hr 22 min·5 clips

The Louisville Bats unveil a sweating baseball logo for their Humidity alternate identity, designed by a Brit who fell in love with American baseball.

The hosts discuss Minor League Baseball news, including alternate identities like the Louisville Humidity and Somerset Semi-quincentennials, promotions such as the Altoona Curve's penny night, and updates on the rule 5 draft and offseason prospect movements. They also touch on MLB All-Star Game changes and share a lighthearted segment on state-shaped scoreboards.

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Somerset's 19-letter alternate identity turns the episode into a naming story tied to America's 250th birthday.

The episode spends its time on Somerset's Semi-Quincentennials identity, the 19-letter alternate name tied to America's 250th birthday in 2026.

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If you love ballpark lore and words you have to say twice, press play.

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