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2026 PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE!

Tickets on Sale with Opening Day Scheduled for April 7
January 7, 2026

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

MWL PLAYER OF THE MONTH: Alex McCoy

Back-to-Back Seasons TinCap Takes April Honor
May 5, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Minor League Baseball has announced Fort Wayne TinCaps outfielder Alex McCoy as its Midwest League Player of the Month for April.

In 22 games, the No. 20 Padres prospect batted .354/.386/.683 and led the league in hits (29), doubles (10), and slugging percentage (.683). He finished second in

RECAP: 'Caps Walked Off in Cedar Rapids

TinCaps Walked Off in Wednesday Matinee
May 13, 2026

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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps couldn’t hang onto a late lead in Wednesday afternoon’s 4-3 loss to the Cedar Rapids Kernels (Twins affiliate).

Fort Wayne (16-19) right-hander Maikel Miralles tossed five innings for the first time this season and retired the final seven batters that he faced. Miralles

2026 PSM Classic: Tickets on Sale

Parkview Field to Host 24 Local Schools in April and May
February 27, 2026

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

RECORD BROKEN: TinCaps Break Franchise Record for Season Tickets

April 9, 2026

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 17 years since

PREGAME CONCERT SERIES: Returns for Select Thursday's in 2026

Live Music on Center Field Amphitheater Before Select Thirsty Thursday™ Home Games, Presented by Honeywell Arts & Entertainment
March 10, 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 entertain

NEW GROUP AREA: TinCaps Unveil New Appleseed Terrace

Appleseed Terrace Set to Open for Fans During 2026 Season
February 19, 2026

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 and

TinCaps Ticket Account Updates

January 27, 2026

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!

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PITCHER OF THE WEEK: Jamie Hitt Tops Midwest League Pitchers

April 27, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Minor League Baseball has announced TinCaps left-handed pitcher Jamie Hitt as its Midwest League Pitcher of the Week for April 20-26.

The 6-foot, 23-year-old from Magnolia, Texas, threw a career-long five innings without allowing a run on Saturday against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Brewers affiliate). In his third

RECAP: TinCaps Fall in Series Opener in Cedar Rapids

Back-to-Back Home Runs Late Push Kernels to Series Opening Win
May 12, 2026

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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – The Fort Wayne TinCaps dropped their series opener Tuesday night, 3-2, on the road against the Cedar Rapids Kernels (Twins affiliate).

Fort Wayne (16-18) opened the scoring in the second inning. Following a leadoff single by the newly 23-year-old catcher Carlos Rodriguez, first baseman **Jack

RECAP: 'Caps Stunned In Sunday Matinee

TinCaps Stunned in Extra-Innings Loss
May 10, 2026

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FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps dropped their first extra-innings game of the season Sunday, falling 9-7 to the Beloit Sky Carp (Marlins affiliate) in 10 innings.

After winning nine of its previous 10 games, Fort Wayne (16-17) led 6-3 in the ninth, just three outs away

RECAP: TinCaps Take Ninth of Their Last 10

May 9, 2026

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FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps kept the good times rolling on Saturday night in their 3-1 win against the Beloit Sky Carp (Marlins affiliate).

Fort Wayne (16-16) has won 9 of its last 10 for the first time since they won 12 of 13, including

RECAP: 'Caps Shutout Sky Carp

Zach Evans Steals Home for Lone Run As 'Caps Shutout Sky Carp
May 9, 2026

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FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps earned their third shutout win of the season and second of the series, taking down the Beloit Sky Carp (Marlins affiliate) Friday night, 1-0.

Third baseman Zach Evans again provided the theatrics as Fort Wayne (15-16) has now won eight of its last

RECAP: 'Caps Winners of Seven of Their Last Eight

Zach Evans Delivers Go-Ahead Two-Run Single
May 8, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps took home game three of its series against the Beloit Sky Carp (Marlins affiliate), 3-1 on Thursday night.

TinCaps (14-16) starter Carson Montgomery struck out a season-high five batters across his second consecutive scoreless outing. The 2023 11th-round pick has not allowed a run in his

RECAPS: TinCaps Split Home Twin Bill

TinCaps Split Home Twin Bill
May 7, 2026

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FORT WAYNE, Ind – The Fort Wayne TinCaps tossed their second shutout of the season in their 5-0 win in game one of Wednesday’s doubleheader against the Beloit Sky Carp (Marlins affiliate).

Right-handed pitcher Matt Watson dazzled in his first professional start for Fort Wayne (13-15). The 24-year-old allowed two hits in

PNC Bank: TinCaps Going Go to Bat for Small Business

Program continues to boost visibility and recognize the positive impact of local entrepreneurs
March 2, 2026

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 ALUMNI: 33 Former TinCaps on 2026 MLB Opening Day Rosters

Former TinCaps on 15 MLB Opening Day Rosters in 2026
March 26, 2026

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 the

2026 TINCAPS ROSTER: Announced by the Padres

TinCaps Roster Highlighted by Padres No. 4 Prospect Kash Mayfield
March 28, 2026

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 on the

TinCaps Set “60-Degree Guarantee” for Opening Day

'Caps Opening Night at Parkview Field Set for Tuesday, April 7 at 6:35 p.m.
March 24, 2026

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 April

WHERE TO WATCH: TinCaps Announce 2026 Broadcast Schedule

Games Return to 1380 The Fan, MyNetwork TV, Bally Sports Live, and MLB+
March 31, 2026

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 7, for

HELP WANTED: Apply to Work for 2026 Season

Team Seeks Part-Time Help for Games from April-August
January 5, 2026

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 Johnny TinCap,

FORT WAYNE PUFFERBELLIES: All Aboard the Nickel Plate Road!

TinCaps Unveil Brand-New Alternate Identity
February 9, 2026

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 would

SPRING BREAKOUT: 12 Former TinCaps on Padres Roster

Top Padres Prospects Face Top Cubs Prospects at 9:05 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 21
March 5, 2026

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 a

SCHEDULE: TinCaps Release 2026 Schedule

Opening Day at Parkview Field Set for April 7
August 12, 2025

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

WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC: 19 Alumni on Rosters

17 Former Players and Two Former Coaches to Participate
February 6, 2026

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 USA,