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June 7, 2026 - KINGSPORT, Tenn. - For the third time in three days, the Burlington Sock Puppets beat the Kingsport Axmen. Saturday's 7-4 win marked a series sweep, giving Burlington its first 3-0 start since 2022.
Similar to Games 1 and 2, it was Burlington that scored first, but not without a stout pitcher's duel to get things going.
LHP Joshua Evans got the start for the Sock Puppets. The 20-year-old worked three scoreless innings, striking out four, and working his fastball as high as 93 mph.
The scoreless tie was finally broke... Full Story
June 5, 2026 - KINGSPORT, Tenn. - Braden Maranto led the way with three doubles and four runs batted in in the Sock Puppets' 7-5 win over the Axmen on Friday night. It was the second straight night that Burlington did not trail at any point.
Similar to last night, the Sock Puppets offense roared to life in the first inning. Centerfielder Bryce Clavon singled to lead things off and a trio of walks sent him home for the game's first run, with the RBI going to Devin Mitchell.
Burlington did not score again despite having the bases loade... Full Story
June 5, 2026 - KINGSPORT, Tenn. - As an away starting pitcher, it's always nice to pitch with the lead in the first inning. Luckily for Puppets' starter Tyler Shafer, that was the case Thursday night with the long ball proving to be lethal for Burlington in the 2026 season opener in its 6-4 win against Kingsport.
Burlington's first five hitters reached base in the first inning. Center fielder Bryce Clavon led things off with a walk, but he was gunned down while attempting to steal second. Shortstop Orlando Fernandez also reached base on... Full Story
June 2, 2026 - BURLINGTON, N.C. - Another season of the Appalachian League has arrived, and with that the 2026 Burlington Sock Puppets Opening Day roster is official. This year's squad features five returning members, eight North Carolinian natives, 13 players who played collegiate baseball in North Carolina and 15 members of NCAA Tournament schools this season. Burlington looks to avenge its championship loss to end the 2025 season.
"Well I think it's like the whole league, the talent level has certainly gotten better," said Mickey Tet... Full Story
The Burlington Sock Puppets are a college wood bat baseball team. Based in Burlington, North Carolina, they are a member of the Appalachian League.
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Sock Puppets Complete Sweep of Axmen in Season-Opening Series
June 7, 2026 - KINGSPORT, Tenn. - For the third time in three days, the Burlington Sock Puppets beat the Kingsport Axmen. Saturday's 7-4 win marked a series sweep, giving Burlington its first 3-0 start since 2022.
Similar to Games 1 and 2, it was Burlington that scored first, but not without a stout pitcher's duel to get things going.
LHP Joshua Evans got the start for the Sock Puppets. The 20-year-old worked three scoreless innings, striking out four, and working his fastball as high as 93 mph.
The scoreless tie was finally broke... Full StoryMore Burlington Sock Puppets stories below
Maranto's 4-RBI Night Earns Sock Puppets Series Win over Axmen
June 5, 2026 - KINGSPORT, Tenn. - Braden Maranto led the way with three doubles and four runs batted in in the Sock Puppets' 7-5 win over the Axmen on Friday night. It was the second straight night that Burlington did not trail at any point.
Similar to last night, the Sock Puppets offense roared to life in the first inning. Centerfielder Bryce Clavon singled to lead things off and a trio of walks sent him home for the game's first run, with the RBI going to Devin Mitchell.
Burlington did not score again despite having the bases loade... Full StoryPair of Homers by College Teammates Lead Sock Puppets to Opening Night Win over Axmen
June 5, 2026 - KINGSPORT, Tenn. - As an away starting pitcher, it's always nice to pitch with the lead in the first inning. Luckily for Puppets' starter Tyler Shafer, that was the case Thursday night with the long ball proving to be lethal for Burlington in the 2026 season opener in its 6-4 win against Kingsport.
Burlington's first five hitters reached base in the first inning. Center fielder Bryce Clavon led things off with a walk, but he was gunned down while attempting to steal second. Shortstop Orlando Fernandez also reached base on... Full StoryBurlington Sock Puppets Announce 2026 Roster
June 2, 2026 - BURLINGTON, N.C. - Another season of the Appalachian League has arrived, and with that the 2026 Burlington Sock Puppets Opening Day roster is official. This year's squad features five returning members, eight North Carolinian natives, 13 players who played collegiate baseball in North Carolina and 15 members of NCAA Tournament schools this season. Burlington looks to avenge its championship loss to end the 2025 season.
"Well I think it's like the whole league, the talent level has certainly gotten better," said Mickey Tet... Full StoryBurlington Sock Puppets News
- Sock Puppets Complete Sweep of Axmen in Season-Opening Series - June 7, 2026
- Maranto's 4-RBI Night Earns Sock Puppets Series Win over Axmen - June 5, 2026
- Pair of Homers by College Teammates Lead Sock Puppets to Opening Night Win over Axmen - June 5, 2026
- Burlington Sock Puppets Announce 2026 Roster - June 2, 2026
- This Week in Sockville: Burlington Clinches East, Sights Set on Title Run - July 29, 2025
- This Week in Sockville: The Push for the Pennant - July 22, 2025
- McCrystal Clear: Ryan McCrystal Is Raking his Way up the Reds System - July 8, 2025
- Sock Puppets Review: The Pups Are Hot - June 23, 2025
- Burlington Survives Late Comeback Attempt vs. Axmen - June 18, 2025
- Homegrown Talent on Display for Alamance-Burlington Night - June 17, 2025
- Sock Puppets Walk off River Riders - June 12, 2025
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Burlington Sock Puppets exchange high fives with the home fans (Fran Stuchbury)
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League: Appalachian LeagueHome: Burlington, North Carolina
Website: Burlington Sock Puppets site
Schedule: Full Burlington Sock Puppets Schedule
Statistics: Full Burlington Sock Puppets Statistics
Burlington Sock Puppets Scoreboard
| Tue., Jun 9 | Pulaski at Burlington | 7:00 p.m. | |
| Mon., Jun 8 | Pulaski at Burlington | 7:00 p.m. | |
| Sat., Jun 6 | W | Burlington 7 at Kingsport 4 | Final |
| Fri., Jun 5 | W | Burlington 7 at Kingsport 5 | Final |
| Thu., Jun 4 | W | Burlington 6 at Kingsport 4 | Final |
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Burlington Sock Puppets Headlines
- Five Things to Do: from food trucks to egg hunts - ApL Burlington Times-News (March 20)
- Flyboys, Burlington Rained Out - ApL Greeneville Sun (July 21)
- River Riders snap skid with 7-3 win over Burlington - ApL Elizabethton Star (July 18)
- APPY LEAGUE: Johnson City-based State Liners lose for the 11th time in last 13 games, stomped by Sock Puppets - ApL Bristol Herald Courier (July 17)
- APPY LEAGUE: Zach Johnson (Sullivan East) pitches with Elizabethon River Riders for first time; Johnson City-based State Liners socked by Sock Puppets - ApL Bristol Herald Courier (July 16)
- Flyboys Drop To No. 2 In Appy League West After Loss - ApL Greeneville Sun (July 14)
- Flyboys Fall To Otterbots, Best Puppets - ApL Greeneville Sun (July 14)
- COLLEGE BASEBALL: Youngster Joe DuSell does swell for Johnson City-based State Liners in win at Burlington; Marion Hungry Mothers lose - ApL Bristol Herald Courier (July 12)
- COLLEGE BASEBALL: Ben Kilbourne (Marion Hungry Mothers), Hayden Blair (Johnson City-based Bristol State Liners) star in wins - ApL Bristol Herald Courier (July 11)
- Sock Puppets use late innings to pull away from Doughboys - ApL Johnson City Press (July 6)
- Axmen in good shape following Burlington series - ApL Kingsport Times-News (July 4)
- Seven-run second propels Axmen past East-leading Sock Puppets - ApL Kingsport Times-News (July 2)
- All Today's Burlington Sock Puppets Headlines
