Syracuse, N.Y. -- The Syracuse Chiefs will transform into the Syracuse Salt Potatoes for one game against Rochester on Aug. 5.

The temporary name change is part of the Chiefs' "What-if Night" promotion.

Syracuse will wear specialty Salt Potatoes jerseys and hats on the field that day. Salt Potatoes merchandise will also be available in the Whistlestop Souvenir Store. The Super Saturday giveaway will be a replica Salt Potatoes jersey for the first 1,000 fans and will conclude with post-game fireworks.

In March, the Chiefs began talking to fans about what name they would assign the Chiefs, given the chance. Fans turned in hundreds of name suggestions based on what Central New York means to them.

Syracuse Chiefs general manager Jason Smorol announces his team will be called the ''Salt Potatoes'' for a game against Rochester on Aug. 5.

An internal team from the Chiefs narrowed down the list of names to the "Salt Potatoes" in time to get Minor League Baseball approval and merchandise made.

Salt potatoes are a regional staple to CNY families, especially during the summer months. Salt potatoes were first eaten by Irish immigrants working as salt miners in CNY in the 1800's. The miners boiled potatoes in the salty brine to eat for lunch as they worked.

Fans will be asked to participate in a number of social media contests to help finalize the details for What If Night. The contests will allow the fans to decide what special salt potato-themed foods will be featured that night, what on-field games will be played, and more.

Super Packs are available for What If Night for $60. Super Packs include (4) 200-level reserved box tickets, 4 hot dogs, 4 sodas, a tub of popcorn, 4 guaranteed giveaways and a coupon to the Whistlestop Souvenir store. Add-on tickets are available. Fans who purchase a Super Pack for "What If" Night are guaranteed to receive a replica Salt Potatoes jersey.