Battle Jacks Introduce New Annual Russell Award Honoring Superfan David Daker

June 12, 2026 - Battle Creek, Mich. - The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are proud to announce the creation of the Russell Award, a new annual honor recognizing individuals who embody the spirit, passion, and unwavering support that make Battle Creek baseball special. Named after Russell, the beloved Battle Jacks mascot and symbol of community, energy, and fun at MCCU Field, the Russell Award will be presented each year to a member of the Battle Creek baseball family whose dedication, loyalty, and love for the g... Full Story

Battle Jacks Announce Tony & Tucci's Card Shop Experience, Front Office Expansion & Media Day Reminder

May 21, 2026 - BATTLE CREEK, Mich. -- The Battle Creek Battle Jacks announced today a new partnership with Tony & Tucci's Baseball Card Shop that will bring a first -of-its-kind sports card and memorabilia experience directly into MCCU Field @ Bailey Park during the 2026 season. The partnership will integrate Tony & Tucci's Baseball Card Shop into the Battle Jacks team store experience and introduce a variety of collector-focused fan experiences throughout the summer. Fans can expect everything from pack r... Full Story

Battle Jacks Unveil Thunder Hogs Identity

May 18, 2026 - BATTLE CREEK, Mich. - The Battle Creek Battle Jacks today officially unveiled their new alternate identity for the 2026 season: the Southwest Michigan Thunder Hogs, as the organization prepares for one of the biggest opening homestands in franchise history. The Thunder Hogs identity honors Battle Creek's rich aviation and military heritage, inspired by the legendary A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft once operated by the Battle Creek-based 110th Wing. Known throughout the military as the "Warth... Full Story

Battle Creek Battle Jacks and Michigan Baseball Hall of Fame Announce Partnership Celebrating Battle Creek Baseball History

March 6, 2026 - BATTLE CREEK, Mich. - The Michigan Baseball Hall of Fame and the Northwoods League's Battle Creek Battle Jacks have signed a formal partnership agreement recognizing the Battle Jacks and MCCU Field at C.O. Brown Stadium in Bailey Park as approved partners of the Michigan Baseball Hall of Fame. The Michigan Baseball Hall of Fame was established in 2015 at Jackson® Field'„¢, home of the Lansing Lugnuts, with the mission of honoring the state's baseball heroes of yesterday, ce... Full Story

• Battle Creek Battle Jacks and Michigan Baseball Hall of Fame Announce Partnership Celebrating Battle Creek Baseball History - Battle Creek Battle Jacks (Northwoods) March 6
• New Era, New Tagline - Battle Jacks Are the Home of Southwest Michigan Baseball - Battle Creek Battle Jacks (Northwoods) January 16
• Battle Jacks Add Assistant GM to Lead Food & Beverage & Events - Battle Creek Battle Jacks (Northwoods) November 25
• Battle Jacks Announce New Youth Academy & Meijer 5-Game Battle Pack - Battle Creek Battle Jacks (Northwoods) October 10
• Battle Jacks Hire Division I Pitching Coach Tim Brown - Battle Creek Battle Jacks (Northwoods) September 24
• Battle Jacks Announce New Leadership, Roster Signings, and 2026 Upgrades - Battle Creek Battle Jacks (Northwoods) September 17
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June 18	Northwoods	Battle Creek at Traverse City	11:05 a.m.
June 18	Northwoods	Battle Creek at Traverse City	7:05 p.m.
June 17	Northwoods	Battle Creek at Traverse City	7:05 p.m.
June 16	Northwoods	Battle Creek 9 at Richmond 3	Top 6th
June 15	Northwoods	Battle Creek 1 at Richmond 9	Final
June 14	Northwoods	Rockford 2 at Battle Creek 7	Final
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• Battle Jacks alternate identity in 2026 will be Southwest Michigan Thunder Hogs - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (May 18)
• Michigan Baseball Hall of Fame, Battle Creek Battle Jacks in partnership - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (March 6)
• Battle Creek Battle Jacks gets 100 locals for youth baseball clinic - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (November 17)
• Battle Creek Battle Jacks name new general manager, manager for 2026 - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (September 17)
• With season complete, a look back at 2025 Battle Creek Battle Jacks - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (August 11)
• Photos: Battle Jacks Baseball vs. Rockford - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (August 11)
• Photos: Battle Jacks Baseball vs. Kenosha - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (July 31)
• News and notes from Battle Creek Battle Jacks for July 29 - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (July 31)
• Rivets Peaches Night Kicks Off Women’s Baseball World Cup Countdown - Northwoods WREX (July 27)
• News and notes for Battle Creek Battle Jacks for July 23 - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (July 23)
• News and notes about Battle Creek Battle Jacks in Northwoods League - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (July 12)
• Battle Creek Battle Jacks news and notes for week of June 24 - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (July 9)
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