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The Hill City Howlers are an affiliated minor league baseball team. Based in Lynchburg, Virginia, they are a member of the Carolina League.

Lynchburg Announces Hill City Howlers as New Team Identity

February 13, 2026 - We are excited to announce the Hill City Howlers as our new team identity and our continued Single-A affiliation with the Cleveland Guardians. Following an extensive process, the team decided on the Howlers as the brand to rally and unite the city of Lynchburg. The Howlers are represented by five mascots, highlighted by Indy the Werewolf, who tunneled their way from neighboring Spring Hill Cemetery to City Stadium to enjoy the sport of baseball. "We needed some energy," Narang said of the rebrand. "Getting a jolt of en... Full Story

Lynchburg Announces Field Staff for 2026 Season

February 4, 2026 - The reigning Carolina League Champions in conjunction with the Cleveland Guardians have announced their field staff for the 2026 season. Returning to Lynchburg this season are newly christened manager Erlin Cerda, hitting coach Amanda Kamekona, and assistant athletic trainer Patrick Reynolds. Joining them will be bench coach Chase Barbary, pitching coach Kevin Erminio, hitting coach Il Hor, strength & conditioning coach Avery Nevin, and athletic trainer Karina Gonzalez. Erlin Cerda steps in as manager after serving as ... Full Story

Renovations Begin at the Grand Ol' Ballyard

January 30, 2026 - One of the oldest stadiums in Minor League Baseball has received a face lift this off-season courtesy of the city of Lynchburg and Hillcats owner, Dylan Narang. When the Grand Ol' Ballyard reopens for another season of baseball in the Hill City, fans will be greeted by several ballpark upgrades. Highlighting the Opening Day renovations include a brand-new scoreboard in left field with an electronic ribbon board, an expanded team store, and a Grab-n-Go dining option. "City stadium is one of the best in minor league base... Full Story

Lynchburg Wins the 2025 Carolina League Championship

September 18, 2025 - The Lynchburg Hillcats won their first Carolina League Championship since 2017, defeating the Columbia Fireflies 8-2 on Wednesday evening. The win marks the ninth league title in organization history. Following the final out, the 'Cats were presented with the trophy before pausing for prayer as a team. The moment displayed a microcosm of the teams lifeblood throughout the season, showcasing unity as a brotherhood. Riley Nelson opened the game with a bang. After a leadoff walk to Juneiker Caceres, Nelson followed with a... Full Story

• Lynchburg Announces Hill City Howlers as New Team Identity - February 13, 2026
  
• Lynchburg Announces Field Staff for 2026 Season - February 4, 2026
  
• Renovations Begin at the Grand Ol' Ballyard - January 30, 2026
  
• Lynchburg Wins the 2025 Carolina League Championship - September 18, 2025
  
• Hillcats Implode; Fireflies Force Game Three - September 16, 2025
  
• Smith, Two Players, Honored by Minor League Baseball in Season Awards - September 16, 2025
  
• Walk-Off Moves Lynchburg One Win from Title - September 15, 2025
  
• Surreal Finish Sends Lynchburg to the Championship Series - September 11, 2025
  
• Hillcats to Face Fredericksburg in Carolina League Playoffs - September 5, 2025
  
• Joey Oakie Named Carolina League Pitcher of the Week - September 4, 2025
  
• Cardiac Cats Wrap up Home Slate with Win over Fredericksburg - August 31, 2025
  
• FredNats Shut out Hillcats - August 30, 2025
  
• Hillcats Fail to String Hits; Lose to FredNats - August 29, 2025
  
• Oakie Fans 11; Hillcats Shut out FredNats - August 28, 2025
  
• Hillcats Split Home-And-Home Doubleheader with Fredericksburg - August 27, 2025
  
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Lynchburg Hillcats celebrate the Carolina League North Division first half title
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League: Carolina League
Home: Lynchburg, Virginia
Class: Low A
Affiliation: Cleveland Guardians
Website: Hill City Howlers site
Schedule: Full Hill City Howlers Schedule Statistics: Full Hill City Howlers Statistics

Wed., Sep 17	W	Hill City 8 at Columbia 2 (Champ. Gm. 3)	Final
Tue., Sep 16	L	Hill City 10 at Columbia 15 (Champ. Gm. 2)	Final
Sun., Sep 14	W	Columbia 5 at Hill City 6 (Champ. Gm. 1)	Final (10)
Thu., Sep 11	W	Fredericksburg 4 at Hill City 5 (Playoff Gm. 2)	Final
Tue., Sep 9	W	Hill City 2 at Fredericksburg 1 (Playoff Gm. 1)	Final
Sun., Sep 7		Hill City at Delmarva	Cancelled
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• Do you like the Lynchburg Hillcats' rebrand to the Hill City Howlers? - CarL Lynchburg News & Advance (February 16)
  
• The story behind the Hill City Howlers logos in Lynchburg - CarL Lynchburg News & Advance (February 16)
  
• This Single-A team is permanently shapeshifting into the Hill City Howlers in 2026 - CarL MLB.com (February 16)
  
• Lynchburg Hillcats unveil monstrous Hill City Howlers rebrand - CarL Sports Logos Net News (February 15)
  
• Hillcats name Cerda as manager, announce full on-field staff - CarL Lynchburg News & Advance (February 6)
  
• Former Hillcats manager tabbed as new manager for Fort Myers - CarL Lynchburg News & Advance (January 17)
  
• Lynchburg councilman tries to poach baseball fans from Salem - CarL Roanoke Times & World News (November 13)
  
• Former Lynchburg manager Buddy Bailey dead at 68 - CarL Lynchburg News & Advance (September 25)
  
• Thrilling finish moves Lynchburg one win away from title - CarL Lynchburg News & Advance (September 15)
  
• MLB first round pick leads Crawdads to 2 wins at L.P. Frans - CarL Hickory Daily Record (August 25)
  
• Red Sox claim rare series victory with weekend sweep of Hillcats - CarL Roanoke Times & World News (August 4)
  
• Hillcats strike in ninth inning to spoil Salem's shutout bid - CarL Roanoke Times & World News (July 31)
  
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