Armed Forces Day recognized around the Minors

Armed Forces Day, created in 1949 to honor all branches of the United States military, celebrates active service members on the third Saturday in May. Minor League Baseball is proud to recognize and salute the brave heroes who serve our country with courage, dedication and pride.

On this Armed Forces Day, we proudly salute America's brave service members and thank them for the sacrifices they have made and continue to make to protect our country. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/6cUzSc2jmK

— Kannapolis Cannon Ballers (@Kcannonballers) May 20, 2023

To all who have and continue to serve our country, thank you for your endless commitment, dedication, and bravery. #ArmedForcesDay pic.twitter.com/eM35db5hzI

— Mississippi Braves (@mbraves) May 20, 2023

Happy Armed Forces Day to all who have and continue to serve our country. Thank you for your endless commitment, dedication, and bravery. pic.twitter.com/kMcuS6Zgnk

— Bowie Baysox (@BowieBaysox) May 20, 2023

Today, we honor everyone who has bravely and selflessly served our country. We simply cannot thank you enough ❤️🇺🇸#ArmedForcesDay pic.twitter.com/AcGItHzzNz

— Louisville Bats (@LouisvilleBats) May 20, 2023

Some clubs have dedicated pregame ceremonies planned.

Thank you to the men and women who serve and have served in our Armed Forces for your bravery and sacrifices. #NationalArmedForcesDay pic.twitter.com/0ofcXBWSS2

— El Paso Chihuahuas (@epchihuahuas) May 20, 2023

Today, we honor those who currently serve our country in the Armed Forces. We are truly the land of the free because of the brave. Thank you for your service! #ArmedForcesDay pic.twitter.com/RTIeHUFurp

— Round Rock Express (@RRExpress) May 20, 2023

Thank You to All Who Have Served Our Country! 🇺🇸 #ArmedForcesDay

📸: @Mark_LoMoglio pic.twitter.com/2nsFkr8hGT

— Tampa Tarpons (@TampaTarpons) May 20, 2023

There will be special uniforms worn in some ballparks.

The Pelicans will wear these specialty jerseys during Game 2 of today's Military Appreciation Night doubleheader!

All military personnel in attendance can receive a free raffle ticket at the jersey table to use for a chance to win a jersey. pic.twitter.com/xxhJl3b1Y1

— Myrtle Beach Pelicans (@Pelicanbaseball) May 20, 2023

Gear up in celebration of Armed Forces Day!
📷 | https://t.co/VP5XiGWikU pic.twitter.com/Ux8aGEI58Q

— Somerset Patriots (@SOMPatriots) May 20, 2023

2023 Armed Forces Day merch is out now ‼

🛍: https://t.co/Z1k4ZGVqnK pic.twitter.com/3sobb0DBj0

— Lehigh Valley IronPigs (@IronPigs) May 20, 2023

One thing we know for sure, we couldn't enjoy this beautiful game without their sacrifice.

To all who have and continue to serve our country, thank you for your endless commitment, dedication, and bravery.#ArmedForcesDay pic.twitter.com/lCvFi51y2d

— Corpus Christi Hooks (@cchooks) May 20, 2023

Saluting those who serve for Armed Forces Night this evening! 🇺🇸

Fans can bid on these game-worn, autographed specialty jerseys starting at 4PM by texting ‘armedforces’ to 76278.

Auction concludes at the end of the 7th inning and proceeds benefit @1ststoporg. pic.twitter.com/la91BzoFeP

— Rocket City Trash Pandas (@trashpandas) May 20, 2023

So to all of those who have and continue to serve: THANK YOU!

Thank you to all that serve. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/B5UiRIof0u

— Great Lakes Loons (@greatlakesloons) May 20, 2023

On #ArmedForcesDay, we salute our nation's military and recognize their sacrifice. 🔴⚪🔵 pic.twitter.com/ZhJFrdOY8H

— Dayton Dragons (@DragonsBaseball) May 20, 2023

To all who have and continue to serve our country, thank you for your endless commitment, dedication, and bravery. 🇺🇸 #ArmedForcesDay pic.twitter.com/6AY6T0DQ6S

— Spokane Indians (@spokaneindians) May 20, 2023