Barons Baseball

The Birmingham Barons are one of the most historic baseball teams in the south and a significant part of Alabama’s history. You can trace the history of the team all of the way back to 1885 when they played throughout the South. Today they are a minor league team associated with the Chicago White Sox. The team plays at the newly renovated Region Parks, which underwent extensive renovations in 2008. Once a year, however, the team goes back to its historic roots and plays at Rickwood Field in the Rickwood Classic. Rickwood Field was their home from 1910 until 1988 and the game is just one way to honor their roots, as well as, the different Alabama baseball players that have helped establish the team’s legacy.
In more modern history, Barons baseball, made headlines when Michael Jordan was added to the roster. Jordan not only brought world attention to the team but he also helped sell out many of their games. His presence on the team also got the team some much deserved television time.
Today visitors will enjoy spending time watching one of the most historic teams in one of America’s favorite pastimes, baseball. Watching the Barons play is a must for any visitor to Alabama.

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