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The Louisville Bats are an affiliated minor league baseball team. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, they are a member of the International League.

Louisville Bats Partner with Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. to Introduce Bourbon-Focused Club Experience at Louisville Slugger Field

March 3, 2026 - LOUISVILLE, Kentucky - The Louisville Bats and Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. today announced an exciting multi-year partnership centered around enhancing the fan experience at Louisville Slugger Field. This agreement brings together two Louisville staples to elevate the ballpark's premium hospitality spaces. Beginning with the upcoming 2026 season, two of the ballpark's signature club areas will be transformed into the Whiskey Thief Backstop and the Whiskey Thief Stadium Club. "Less than 18 months after opening our tast... Full Story

Louisville Bats Release Jam-Packed 2026 Promotional Schedule

February 4, 2026 - LOUISVILLE, Kentucky - With baseball returning to Louisville Slugger Field next month, the Louisville Bats today announced the full promotional schedule for the 2026 season. The upcoming baseball season is sure to be one to remember, with a slew of theme nights, entertainment acts, special appearances, giveaways, fireworks, and so much more on hand for fans to enjoy. Single-game tickets for the 2026 season are now on sale online at batsbaseball.com and can purchased over the phone by calling (502) 212-2287. The season ... Full Story

Louisville Bats Unveil Full 2026 Coaching Staff

January 29, 2026 - LOUISVILLE, Kentucky - The Louisville Bats, in conjunction with the Cincinnati Reds, today named the coaching staff for the 2026 season, led by the return of Manager Pat Kelly. The full coaching staff for the 2026 Louisville Bats is below: Manager: Pat Kelly (7 th season with Bats) Hitting Coach: Daryle Ward (2 nd season with Bats) Pitching Coach: Reid Cornelius (2 nd season with Bats) Pitching Coach: Carson Phillips (1 st season with Bats) Coach: Vince Harrison (2 nd season with Bats) Coach: Peterson Pl... Full Story

Louisville Bats Opening Night Tickets on Sale Now

January 20, 2026 - LOUISVILLE, Kentucky - With only 66 days remaining until baseball returns to downtown Louisville, the Louisville Bats have announced details and promotions for Opening Night at Louisville Slugger Field. Tickets are on sale now for the season opener at 7:15 p.m. on Friday, March 27 against the Omaha Storm Chasers. The 26th season of baseball at Louisville Slugger Field kicks off with Opening Night presented by Humana, featuring a thrilling night of fan-favorite promotions, highlighted by the return of dollar beers for the ... Full Story

• Louisville Bats Partner with Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. to Introduce Bourbon-Focused Club Experience at Louisville Slugger Field - March 3, 2026
  
• Louisville Bats Release Jam-Packed 2026 Promotional Schedule - February 4, 2026
  
• Louisville Bats Unveil Full 2026 Coaching Staff - January 29, 2026
  
• Louisville Bats Opening Night Tickets on Sale Now - January 20, 2026
  
• Louisville Slugger Field Hosting Blood Drive on January 21 - January 15, 2026
  
• Cosmic Baseball Back for Second Game on June 19 - January 13, 2026
  
• Bats Manager Pat Kelly Named 2025 Mike Coolbaugh Award Winner - December 8, 2025
  
• Thunder at Louisville Slugger Field Ticket on Sale Now - November 24, 2025
  
• Louisville Bats Unveil New Weather-Themed Alternate Identity - November 19, 2025
  
• Louisville Bats 2025 Season in Review - October 30, 2025
  
• Bats Hosting Breakfast with Santa, Presented by Outback Steakhouse, on Saturday, December 6 - October 29, 2025
  
• Cosmic Baseball Coming to Louisville June 20 - October 23, 2025
  
• Bats to Host Trick-Or-Treat at the Ballpark on October 17 - October 7, 2025
  
• Rece Hinds Named 2025 International League All-Star - September 29, 2025
  
• Cosmic Takeover Tour Touching Down at Louisville Slugger Field in 2026 - September 26, 2025
  
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Louisville Bats exit the dugout following a victory
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League: International League
Home: Louisville, Kentucky
Class: AAA
Affiliation: Cincinnati Reds
Website: Louisville Bats site
Schedule: Full Louisville Bats Schedule
Statistics: Full Louisville Bats Statistics

Sun., Sep 21	L	Nashville 11 at Louisville 4	Final
Sat., Sep 20	W	Nashville 8 at Louisville 9	Final (10)
Fri., Sep 19	L	Nashville 6 at Louisville 4	Final
Thu., Sep 18	L	Nashville 15 at Louisville 4	Final
Wed., Sep 17	L	Nashville 4 at Louisville 1	Final
Tue., Sep 16	W	Nashville 1 at Louisville 3	Final
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• Louisville City FC (USL) - Louisville, Kentucky
  
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• Louisville Bats unveil sticky new alternate identity - IL Sports Logos Net News (November 21)
  
• Louisville Bats unveil new alternate identity, 'The Louisville Humidity' - IL WDRB (November 20)
  
• Louisville Bats announce Humidity nickname promotion for 2026 - IL Louisville Courier-Journal (November 20)
  
• Louisville Bats announce new summer-themed identity for 5 games - IL WDRB (November 20)
  
• Louisville Bats players who made Cincinnati Reds postseason roster - IL Louisville Courier-Journal (September 30)
  
• Mud Hens rally but fall in extra innings to Bats - IL Toledo Blade (September 14)
  
• Mud Hens' bats go cold in series-opening shutout loss - IL Toledo Blade (September 10)
  
• Photo gallery: Toledo Mud Hens vs. Louisville - IL Toledo Blade (September 10)
  
• Former Louisville Bats player Sal Stewart debuts with Cincinnati Reds - IL Louisville Courier-Journal (September 1)
  
• Bats make it four straight wins - IL WDRB (August 28)
  
• Louisville Bats pitcher Sam Benschoter beats the odds - IL WDRB (August 28)
  
• Bats use long ball to turn back Columbus - IL WDRB (August 27)
  
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