Four games apiece will feature the Ajolotes de Kannapolis and Humo de Winston-Salem
MiLB recently announced that Kannapolis Cannon Ballers and Winston-Salem Dash are part of eight new teams joining Copa de la Diversión this year. Kannapolis has never been part of the cultural festivity, and Winston-Salem is adopting a new identity from its last time participating (2019).
For the last eight years, MiLB has put on this season-long series designed to connect Minor League teams with its Hispanic communities in the U.S. Translated to “Fun Cup,” games feature alternate jerseys and ball caps, festive ballpark experience, and specialty menu items, providing something fun for every attending fan. Awards are given to teams that best engage with the community and promote Hispanic heritage at games, with an ultimate “campeon” named at the end of the season.
Referred to as Ajolotes de Kannapolis and Humo de Winston-Salem during Copa de la Diversión games, the Sox Single and High-A teams have already released their uniforms. Kannapolis will feature a bright pink axolotl salamander and a contrasting neon green background, symbolizing inclusivity that blends American traditions with Hispanic heritage. They will also offer grilled corn on the cob on its menu next to standard ballpark offerings.
Winston-Salem will display brick smokestacks in the shape of an “H,” with a cloud of gray-blue smoke emerging from the top on its jerseys and hats to represent thriving Hispanic and Latino-owned businesses in the community.
¡Ocho nuevas identidades marcan el año ocho de la #CopadelaDiversión! pic.twitter.com/AzAIuxvjIT
— Minor League Baseball (@MiLB) March 18, 2025
Take a deeper look at our NEW Copa de la Diversion identity, Ajolotes de Kannapolis, supported by Lilly!
Bookmark these dates and PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS now so you don’t miss out on any of the Copa action:
Tue, May 6th
Wed, June 4th
Wed, July 30th
& Thu, August 28th pic.twitter.com/5JtugUK5d2
— Kannapolis Cannon Ballers (@Kcannonballers) March 18, 2025
White Sox fans based out of or visiting North Carolina should make every effort to attend a Copa de la Diversión game. Besides being able to watch a team that didn’t finish in last place last year, Kannapolis and Winston-Salem are adding a unique cultural twist to their games to support and recognize its diverse fanbase — and who doesn’t love grilled corn on a summer night?
Copa de la Diversión games will take place on May 6, June 4, July 30, and August 28 for Kannapolis, and April 13, June 11, and August 12 for Winston-Salem. Tickets can be purchased on the Kannapolis and Winston-Salem websites.