Barons Fall Short in 11-Inning Duel with Smokies

June 5, 2026 - KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - The Birmingham Barons lost 8-7 in 11 innings to the Knoxville Smokies before 5,324 at Covenant Health Park on Friday night. The Barons led 7-6 in the top of the 11th inning, but could not hold the lead as the Smokies tied the series at 2-2 with two more to play in the current series. Starting pitcher Gabe Davis gets the no-decision, going four innings, giving up four hits, four earned runs, and a walk with seven strikeouts. Nick Altermatt pitched two innings, giving up a hi... Full Story

Birmingham Stallions Honor Sportsman of the Year Nominee Alex Cook

June 5, 2026 - BIRMINGHAM, AL - The Birmingham Stallions named Safety Alex Cook as the team's nominee for the Sportsman of the Year. The UFL Sportsman of the Year Award recognizes the player who best exemplifies character, leadership, and service beyond the field of play. The honoree demonstrates a deep commitment to local community, serves as a positive role model, and personifies the integrity, professionalism, and purpose that define the highest standard of the UFL. Through meaningful community engageme... Full Story

Rough First Costs Barons

June 5, 2026 - After trailing five runs in the first inning, the Birmingham Barons lost 6-2 to the Knoxville Smokies before 4,594 at Covenant Health Park on Thursday night. After the big first inning deficit, the Barons could not overcome it the rest of the game. The Barons hold a 2-1 edge in the series through the three games. Starting pitcher Jake Palsich (1-4, 5.03) gets the loss as he pitched four innings, giving up nine hits, six earned runs, and a walk with two strikeouts. The bullpen did its job hold... Full Story

Laketown Squadron Inaugural Season Ticket Packages Now on Sale

June 4, 2026 - KENNER, La. - The Laketown Squadron, NBA G League affiliate of the New Orleans Pelicans, today announced that ticket packages for the team's upcoming inaugural season in Kenner are officially on sale. Season tickets, premium seating, and group experience tickets can be purchased by calling the Squadron front office at 504-525-4667 or by emailing squadron@pelicans.com. Fans interested in learning more about Laketown ticket offers can request additional information through the Squadron's online... Full Story

• Laketown Squadron Inaugural Season Ticket Packages Now on Sale - Laketown Squadron (G League) June 4
• Get to Know the Laketown Squadron's First General Manager, Thomas Scott - Laketown Squadron (G League) June 4
• Cumming Leads Mound Effort in 2-0 Victory - Birmingham Barons (SL) June 3
• Perez Helps Barons Hold off Smokies - Birmingham Barons (SL) June 2
• Barons Win Series Finale over Pensacola - Birmingham Barons (SL) May 31
• Barons Stumble as Blue Wahoos Cruise to 7-2 Win - Birmingham Barons (SL) May 30
• Birmingham Falls in Regular Season Finale, Eliminated from Postseason - Birmingham Stallions (UFL) May 30
• Blue Wahoos Edge Barons, 3-2, With Late Unearned Run - Birmingham Barons (SL) May 29
• DePino Blast Lifts Barons to Walkoff Win in 10 - Birmingham Barons (SL) May 29
• Ramiz Hamouda Named to USMNT U19 Training Camp Roster - Birmingham Legion FC (USL) May 28
• Birmingham Legion FC Defender Ramiz Hamouda Officially Completes Transfer to SV Werder Bremen - Birmingham Legion FC (USL) May 28
• Shelton's Slam Helps Barons Snap Skid - Birmingham Barons (SL) May 27
• Barons Swept by Shuckers - Birmingham Barons (SL) May 25
• Barons Stumble Again: Fouth-Straight Loss Deepems Slump - Birmingham Barons (SL) May 23
• Birmingham Lets Fourth Quarter Slip Away, Suffers Crucial Week Nine Loss - Birmingham Stallions (UFL) May 23
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• Jefferson Rojas, Chicago Cubs' top prospect, walks it off for Smokies - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (June 6)
• COLUMN: Birmingham may have seen the last of the Stallions - UFL NewsBreak - Birmingham (June 6)
• Andy Garriola hits grand slam in Smokies win at Covenant Health Park - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (June 5)
• Alabama alumnus, 2 Birmingham Stallions linebackers among All-UFL selections - UFL NewsBreak - Birmingham (June 4)
• Checking in on the Trash Pandas and Barons as summer kicks off - SL NewsBreak - Birmingham (June 4)
• Knoxville Smokies suffer shutout loss to Birmingham Barons - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (June 4)
• Smokies host Birmingham Baronfor sixth homestand of season - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (June 3)
• Knoxville Smokies lose opener to Barons at Covenant Health Park - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (June 3)
• Birmingham Stallion fans reflect on season finale - UFL NewsBreak - Birmingham (May 31)
• Pro Knights: John Rhys Plumlee Plays Playoff Spoiler in UFL Finale - UFL NewsBreak - Houston (May 31)
• Birmingham Stallions’ season ends short of the UFL playoffs - UFL NewsBreak - Birmingham (May 31)
• What has to happen for the Birmingham Stallions to make the UFL playoffs? - UFL NewsBreak - Birmingham (May 29)
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