River City Hardball

Jumbo Shrimp owner Ken Babby joins Andrew Gibson to discuss the team's move up to Triple-A, and what it means for Jacksonville.

The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are moving up to become the Triple-A affiliate of the Miami Marlins.

Will fans in Jacksonville get to see the team play in 2021?  "100%. There is no doubt in my mind." - Owner/CEO Ken Babby

What's new with the Jumbo Shrimp in 2021?

-Triple-A affiliate of Miami Marlins

-New stadium naming rights: 121 Financial Ballpark

-Brand new playing surface on the field

Babby says the hope is FSU vs. Florida will be the first collegiate baseball game on the new field

What does Triple-A mean for Jacksonville?

"It's incredibly exciting news. The city of Jacksonville deserves it. I think the city really belongs in that grouping of AAA clubs."  Among the Triple-A affiliates JAX will compete against:

-Braves

-Rays

-Yankees

-Red Sox

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