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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