'Caps Calendar Presented by Groundworks: April 21-26
Presented by Groundworks Tuesday, April 21 (6:35pm) - Family Feast Night presented by US Foods: Enjoy concessions from the Value Menu ($5 or less) - TICKETS Wednesday, April 22 (6:35pm) - Paws & Claws presented by Law’s Country Kennel: Pets welcome with purchase of “Paw Pass,” and discounted White Claw
RECAP: TinCaps Drop Series Finale in Front of Sellout Crowd
Box Score FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps lost Sunday afternoon’s series finale 8-0 against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Brewers affiliate). Fort Wayne (7-14) got support all weekend, with the final two games of the series having over 6,000 fans. Sunday’s crowd featured 6,875 fans, the first sellout
2026 PSM Classic: Tickets on Sale
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Parkview Field, the home of the Fort Wayne TinCaps, will once again host 12 high school and college baseball games, featuring 24 local teams, this April and May as a part of the annual Parkview Sports Medicine Baseball Classic. Matchups will feature rival teams from around
2026 PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE!
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
RECORD BROKEN: TinCaps Break Franchise Season Ticket Record
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
PREGAME CONCERT SERIES: Returns for Select Thursday's in 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
PNC Bank: TinCaps Going Go to Bat for Small Business
FORT WAYNE, Ind., March 2, 2026 – The Fort Wayne TinCaps, in collaboration with PNC Bank, will continue the “Going To Bat for Small Business” program for a fourth consecutive year during the 2026 season. The initiative highlights the accomplishments and community impact of small businesses across northeast Indiana, offering
TinCaps Ticket Account Updates
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
TINCAPS RECAP: Hitt Strikes Out Career-High in 2-1 Win
Box Score FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps pitched their way to a 2-1 victory on Saturday afternoon against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Brewers affiliate). Fort Wayne (7-13) got a spotless start from left-hander Jamie Hitt in the victory. Hitt struck out eight of the 16 batters that
TinCaps Fall in Friday Night Showdown
Box Score FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps dropped their fourth straight game in Friday night’s 11-3 loss against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Brewers affiliate). After an hour and 19-minute delay, Fort Wayne (6-13) was led offensively by catcher Carlos Rodriguez for the third straight night. Rodriguez finished
RECAP: TinCaps Can’t Come Through in Thursday Night Loss
Box Score FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps left the bases loaded in the ninth inning of Thursday’s 9-7 loss against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Brewers affiliate). Fort Wayne (6-12) got five runs in the seventh inning off a pair of long balls. Second baseman Oswaldo Linares launched
2026 TINCAPS ROSTER: Announced by the Padres
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
TINCAPS ALUMNI: 33 Former TinCaps on 2026 MLB Opening Day Rosters
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
TinCaps Set “60-Degree Guarantee” for Opening Day
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps have announced the “60-Degree Guarantee” for Opening Day. If the temperature is below 60 degrees at first pitch on Tuesday, April 7, all fans in attendance will have the opportunity to receive a ticket of equal or lesser value to any other
WHERE TO WATCH: TinCaps Announce 2026 Broadcast Schedule
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
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!
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
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
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
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
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
NEW GROUP AREA: TinCaps Unveil New Appleseed Terrace
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
THE BEST: Parkview Field Rated as the No. 1 High-A Ballpark
FORT WAYNE, Ind. - On Tuesday, Stadium Journey ranked Parkview Field, the home of the Fort Wayne TinCaps, as the No. 1 Minor League ballpark among 30 High-A teams. In an article, Parkview Field received a 4.71 ballpark “Fanfare” rating, the highest of any High-A team. The “Fanfare” ranking score
RECAP: TinCaps Drop Second Straight at Home
Box Score FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps fell behind and could not catch up in Wednesday’s 9-3 loss against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Brewers affiliate). Fort Wayne (6-11) plated runs in each of the first two innings but did not add anything else until the seventh. Catcher