As part of Minor League Baseball's "Copa de la Diversión" (Fun Cup!), a new-for-2019 alter ego, the "Fresno Lowriders" (Lowriders de Fresno) has been unveiled by the Fresno Grizzlies as part of the nationwide MiLB promotion.  Copa de la Diversión is MiLB's mission to authentically connect teams with their diverse communities, and embrace/celebrate culture that resonates with Latino fans nationwide.

Fresno Sports and Events LLC, the operator of Fresno Grizzlies Baseball (Triple-A Pacific Coast League, Washington Nationals), has announced that Team President Derek Franks has been added to the franchise's ownership group. Franks is entering his 16^th season with the Grizzlies.  The Central Valley native began his tenure with the club in 2004 as an intern and progressed through the sales ranks.