The Fresno Grizzlies announced as part of Minor League Baseball’s “Copa de la Diversión” Fun Cup! The Grizzlies called it 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. The Fresno Grizzlies said in an eye-catching purple, black and gold color scheme new uniform.

The Lowriders will take the field four times at Chukchansi Park in 2019 on June 15-16 (vs. Omaha) and July 27-28 (vs. Reno), in a pair of “Lowriders Weekends” in Downtown Fresno.

Each Lowriders Weekend will feature music, show cars at Chukchansi Park and Spanish public address announcing throughout each game. The logos, uniforms, and merchandise were designed by Fresno Grizzlies graphic designer Dorian Castro, a Central California native.

The Fresno Grizzlies said they are using their platform to promote and advance the positives associated with the word “Lowrider.”

The game-worn jerseys, autographed by the players, will be available for bid in an online auction beginning July 27, during the second Lowriders Weekend. The Lupus Foundation of America is a nationwide partner of Minor League Baseball for Copa de la Diversión.

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