MLB’s City Connect uniforms have made their way north of the border as the Toronto Blue Jays became the 27th team to unveil their unique uniform. The dark blue base of the jersey pays homage to the reflection of Lake Ontario at night, with “TORONTO” written across the chest in Canadian red. The city’s skyline is featured in the background, with the iconic CN Tower and Rogers Centre included. The cap also embraces a “Night Mode” vibe, featuring the skyline and a maple leaf highlighted in red. The Blue Jays will debut these uniforms in home night games, aiming to capture the essence of Toronto’s dynamic culture and spirit.
St. Louis became the 26th team to reveal its City Connect uniforms, featuring an all-red design, a first in franchise history, with river pinstripes paying homage to nearby bodies of water. The jersey has “The Lou” written in the middle, along with the traditional Cardinals logo. Local ties are also represented with nods to the Gateway Arch and the year the ballclub was established. The Cardinals’ president enjoyed the process of designing the uniforms and embraced the all-red look as a departure from the team’s usual color scheme.
The Guardians of Cleveland unveiled their City Connect jerseys, inspired by the Guardians of Traffic pillars and featuring the word “CLE” in big letters across the chest. The uniform design resembles the Art Deco style of the city’s landmarks and incorporates textures and colors reminiscent of the city’s heritage. The team’s caps maintain the primary “C” logo, with white, red, and blue hues. Rapper Kid Cudi participated in the unveiling of the uniforms, which have been well-received by players and fans alike.
The Detroit Tigers introduced their City Connect uniforms, paying tribute to the city’s automotive industry with “MOTOR CITY” written across the chest and electric blue tire tracks running down the jersey. The uniforms feature symbols like the “M-1” road sign found on Woodward Avenue, along with tiger eyes and a VIN tag commemorating significant years in Tigers history. Rapper Eminem was involved in unveiling the uniforms, emphasizing Detroit’s unique combination of muscle and innovation.
Other teams that have released City Connect uniforms include the Philadelphia Phillies, New York Mets, and Tampa Bay Rays. These uniforms reflect the cities’ identities through various design elements, such as incorporating city names, landmarks, and local culture. The Rays’ uniforms pay tribute to Tampa Bay’s skater culture and feature striking neon colors and asymmetric designs. Each team aims to capture the essence of their city and engage fans with unique, innovative designs that showcase their local roots and create a sense of pride.