Fans and players alike really dug Triple-A Worcester's recent name change. The WooSox went by the Wicked Worms of Worcester on Aug. 17 as a tribute to their city, affectionately known as "Wormtown." Not only did the moniker poke fun at New England slang, but it also paid homage to
From former franchise names to regional fare and so much more, alternate on-field identities connect Minor League clubs with the local community in creative ways and often encapsulate one of the game's most important elements fun. Some teams take the opportunity to honor pioneers of the past, including Negro