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Lancaster Stormers Unveil Unique 2026 Team Identities

1/30/2026

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The Lancaster Stormers announced two alternate identities for the 2026 season: the Lancaster Red Roses and the Lancaster Road Apples.
The Red Roses honor Lancaster's history by referencing the nickname "Red Rose City" and past baseball teams.
The Road Apples reflect Lancaster's community spirit and serve as a humorous nod to local slang for horse manure.
Vice President Alexandra Bunn of the Lancaster Stormers expressed excitement for both identities, noting their distinct purposes.
Both teams will debut at Penn Medicine Park with specialty uniforms and themed game presentations, on April 25, 2026, for the Red Roses and May 2, 2026, for the Road Apples.

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The Lancaster Stormers announced two alternate identities for the 2026 season: the Lancaster Red Roses and the Lancaster Road Apples.
The Red Roses honor Lancaster's history by referencing the nickname "Red Rose City" and past baseball teams.
The Road Apples reflect Lancaster's community spirit and serve as a humorous nod to local slang for horse manure.
Vice President Alexandra Bunn of the Lancaster Stormers expressed excitement for both identities, noting their distinct purposes.
Both teams will debut at Penn Medicine Park with specialty uniforms and themed game presentations, on April 25, 2026, for the Red Roses and May 2, 2026, for the Road Apples.