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'Caps Calendar Presented by Groundworks: June 2-7

vs. Lake County Captains (Guardians affiliate)
May 29, 2026

Tuesday, June 2 (7:05pm) - Meet Blue™: Wackadoo! Meet Bluey at the ballpark. Premium Ticket Packages include a pregame guaranteed meet-and-greet with Bluey. - Family Feast Night presented by US Foods: Enjoy concessions from the Value Menu ($5 or less) - PREMIUM TICKETS - TICKETS Wednesday, June 3 (7:05pm) -

FIREWORKS SHOW: Fourth of July Show Back in Downtown

Ticketed Fans Can Watch Show Inside Parkview Field
June 4, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The City of Fort Wayne announced Thursday that the top of the Harrison Square parking garage attached to Parkview Field will be the location for this year’s Fourth of July fireworks show on Saturday, July 4. On the 250th anniversary of American Independence, ticketed fans to

PNC BANK: Going to Bat for Small Business Winners Announced

Copper Spoon and Three Rivers Electric to receive marketing boost and regional spotlight
June 3, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind., June 3, 2026 – Two standout local businesses – Copper Spoon and Three Rivers Electric – have been named winners of the 2026 Going to Bat for Small Business initiative. The recognition is a collaboration between PNC Bank and the Fort Wayne TinCaps, designed to elevate small

2026 PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE!

Tickets on Sale with Opening Day Scheduled for April 7
January 7, 2026

The Fort Wayne TinCaps have announced their 2026 promotional schedule, including fireworks, giveaways, theme games, and special appearances. With Opening Day at Parkview Field only 90 days away on Tuesday, April 7, tickets are on sale now. Fans can purchase their seats at TinCaps.com/Tickets, by calling 260-482-6400, and at the

TinCaps ReCap: Captains Score Eight Unanswered in Win

Kavares Tears Clobbers Longest Home Run of the Season in 10-4 Loss
June 5, 2026

Box Score FORT WAYNE, Ind – Fort Wayne fans packed Parkview Field with a season second-best crowd of 6,115 fans, as the 'Caps lost 10-4 to Lake County (Guardians affiliate). Lake County (29-24) struck first in the opening frame after left fielder Tommy Hawke reached on a single and scored

PREGAME CONCERT SERIES: Returns for Select Thursday's in 2026

Live Music on Center Field Amphitheater Before Select Thirsty Thursdayâ„¢ Home Games, Presented by Honeywell Arts & Entertainment
March 10, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Back by popular demand, the Fort Wayne TinCaps are again hosting The Pregame Concert Series presented by Honeywell Arts & Entertainment in 2026, featuring live music on Parkview Field’s center field amphitheater before select Thirsty Thursday™ home games. From mid-May through August, six local bands will

NEW GROUP AREA: TinCaps Unveil New Appleseed Terrace

Appleseed Terrace Set to Open for Fans During 2026 Season
February 19, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps announced Thursday the plans to open a brand-new group seating area at Parkview Field for the 2026 season, the Appleseed Terrace. The Appleseed Terrace will be located on the main concourse above the right field wall, featuring seats along a drink rail

TinCaps Ticket Account Updates

January 27, 2026

In collaboration with Major League Baseball, the TinCaps are excited to share that online ticket accounts are being merged with MLB's. This means your ticketing account with MLB (should you already have one) and your TinCaps account will be one in the same for a seamless experience! What is this

RECORD BROKEN: TinCaps Break Franchise Record for Season Tickets

April 9, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – As Opening Week continues at Parkview Field, the Fort Wayne TinCaps for a second consecutive year have broken a franchise record for season-ticket sales. Through Wednesday, April 8, ‘Caps fans have compiled 1,783.3 full-season ticket equivalents, beating out last year’s previous record by 30. “In the

MWL PITCHER OF THE WEEK: Kash Mayfield

No. 4 Padres Prospect Ties Career-High with Nine Strikeouts
May 18, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Minor League Baseball has announced TinCaps left-handed pitcher Kash Mayfield as its Midwest League Pitcher of the Week for May 12-17. MLB Pipeline’s No. 4 Padres prospect tied a career-high, striking out nine of 16 batters faced on Friday, May 15, against the Twins-affiliated Cedar Rapids

MWL PLAYER OF THE MONTH: Alex McCoy

Back-to-Back Seasons TinCap Takes April Honor
May 5, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Minor League Baseball has announced Fort Wayne TinCaps outfielder Alex McCoy as its Midwest League Player of the Month for April. In 22 games, the No. 20 Padres prospect batted .354/.386/.683 and led the league in hits (29), doubles (10), and slugging percentage (.683). He finished

PITCHER OF THE WEEK: Jamie Hitt Tops Midwest League Pitchers

April 27, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Minor League Baseball has announced TinCaps left-handed pitcher Jamie Hitt as its Midwest League Pitcher of the Week for April 20-26. The 6-foot, 23-year-old from Magnolia, Texas, threw a career-long five innings without allowing a run on Saturday against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Brewers affiliate). In

RECAP: Six-Run First Frame Not Enough for Fort Wayne in Wednesday Night Loss

Six-Run First Frame Not Enough for Fort Wayne in Wednesday Night Loss
June 3, 2026

Box Score FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps dropped Wednesday night’s game at Parkview Field by a score of 17-7 against the Lake County Captains (Guardians affiliate). Fort Wayne (24-29) sent all nine batters to the plate in the first inning and scored six runs on four hits.

TinCaps ReCap: 'Caps Walk It Off on Tuesday Night

Justin DeCriscio Walks Off Captains in Series Opener with RBI Single
June 2, 2026

Box Score FORT WAYNE, Ind. – In its third walk-off win of the season, the Fort Wayne TinCaps completed a four-run comeback behind a Justin DeCriscio game-winning RBI single in the ninth inning, defeating the Lake County Captains (Guardians affiliate) 6-5. Lake County (27-24) opened up the scoring with four

RECAP: 'Caps Lose Sunday Matinee in South Bend

Fort Wayne Falters in Quality Start from Jamie Hitt
June 1, 2026

Box Score SOUTH BEND, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps faltered in Sunday’s 7-5 series finale loss at Four Winds Field against the South Bend Cubs. Fort Wayne (23-28) got their second quality start of the season from left-hander Jamie Hitt. The southpaw fired 6 ⅔ innings and gave up

TINCAPS ALUMNI: 33 Former TinCaps on 2026 MLB Opening Day Rosters

Former TinCaps on 15 MLB Opening Day Rosters in 2026
March 26, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – As the 2026 Major League Baseball season commences, a total of 33 former TinCaps players appeared on MLB Opening Day rosters. Since Fort Wayne’s Minor League Baseball franchise was established in 1993, there have been 235 players who’ve ascended from playing in the Summit City to

2026 TINCAPS ROSTER: Announced by the Padres

TinCaps Roster Highlighted by Padres No. 4 Prospect Kash Mayfield
March 28, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps, in conjunction with the San Diego Padres, have announced the preliminary Opening Day roster for the 2026 season. The roster is highlighted by MLB.com’s No. 4 Padres prospect and 2024 first-round pick, left-handed pitcher Kash Mayfield. Mayfield is one of six players

WHERE TO WATCH: TinCaps Announce 2026 Broadcast Schedule

Games Return to 1380 The Fan, MyNetwork TV, Bally Sports Live, and MLB+
March 31, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Fort Wayne TinCaps fans will again get the opportunity to follow their team wherever they go during the 2026 season. For a fourth consecutive season, the TinCaps are partnering with 21Alive to showcase select games on MyNetworkTV in the Fort Wayne area, beginning on Tuesday, April

HELP WANTED: Apply to Work for 2026 Season

Team Seeks Part-Time Help for Games from April-August
January 5, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – A new year brings a new season of Fort Wayne TinCaps baseball at Parkview Field. As Opening Day approaches on April 7, the team is hiring hundreds of part-time, seasonal employees. Click Here to Apply Available positions range from working concessions to ballpark sanitation, helping with

FORT WAYNE PUFFERBELLIES: All Aboard the Nickel Plate Road!

TinCaps Unveil Brand-New Alternate Identity
February 9, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Paying homage to the area’s rich railroad history, the Fort Wayne TinCaps announced this evening the team will be playing as the “PufferBellies” every Wednesday night game, May through August, during the 2026 season. The name “PufferBellies” refers to the nickname given to steam-powered locomotives which

SPRING BREAKOUT: 12 Former TinCaps on Padres Roster

Top Padres Prospects Face Top Cubs Prospects at 9:05 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 21
March 5, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Major League Baseball and the San Diego Padres announced the organization’s finalized roster for their 2026 Spring Breakout game, set for Saturday, March 21 at 6:05 p.m. PST/9:05 p.m. EST against the Chicago Cubs. Spring Breakout showcases baseball’s future stars, as each Major League organization fields

SCHEDULE: TinCaps Release 2026 Schedule

Opening Day at Parkview Field Set for April 7
August 12, 2025

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – On Tuesday, Minor League Baseball released the Fort Wayne TinCaps’ 2026 regular season schedule. The ‘Caps will begin on the road for a three-game series before Opening Day at Parkview Field on Tuesday, April 7, against the Lansing Lugnuts (Athletics affiliate). The 132-game campaign features 66

WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC: 19 Alumni on Rosters

17 Former Players and Two Former Coaches to Participate
February 6, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – World Baseball Classic Inc. announced the final rosters for the 2026 World Baseball Classic Thursday night on MLB Network, featuring 19 former TinCaps players and coaches. Of the 20 international federations, TinCaps alumni can be found on 12 squads. Returning for his second stint with Team

COACHING STAFF: Announced by the Padres

Jonathan Mathews Returns as Fort Wayne Skipper
January 21, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The San Diego Padres have announced the coaching staff for the 2026 Fort Wayne TinCaps season. Jonathan Mathews returns as manager after bringing the club to a second-half East Division title in 2023. Mathews will be joined by pitching coach Yorman Bazardo, the former big leaguer