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November 24, 2025 - KNOXVILLE, TN - Chris Allen, the President and Chief Operating Officer of the Knoxville Smokies and
Boyd Sports, has been promoted to president and chief executive officer. The promotion comes as
longtime Smokies CEO Doug Kirchhofer transitions into an advisory role with the team and its owner-
ship.
Allen joined the Southern League member as the team's vice president and chief operating officer in
2013. His arrival coincided with the acquisition of the Smokies by Knoxville businessman Randy Boyd
and his wife, Jenny ... Full Story
November 19, 2025 - The Knoxville Smokies are excited to announce a new partnership with TicketMaster, the global leader in live event ticketing, beginning in the upcoming 2026 season at Covenant Health Park. TicketMaster partners with major sports leagues, concert venues, and entertainment organizations worldwide, providing cutting-edge ticketing technology to millions of fans each year.
"We're thrilled to partner with TicketMaster as our official ticketing provider," said Chris Allen President/COO of Boyd Sports. "TicketMaster's industry-l... Full Story
November 17, 2025 - KNOXVILLE, TN - The Knoxville Smokies have announced that tickets are now available
for the Smokies Winter Wonderland Lightshow presented by ORNL Federal Credit Union.
The Grand opening will be held Friday, December 5 at 6:00pm and run everyday through
January 5, excluding December 25. Hours Sunday-Thursday | 6 PM - 10 PM | Friday & Saturday | 6 PM - 11 PM
Tickets start at $9.99 for single day admission, and $8 per ticket for groups 20 or more. Kids aged 3 and under are free.
Guests can enjoy holiday fun for all a... Full Story
October 31, 2025 - KNOXVILLE, TN - Boyd Sports, LLC, and Doug Kirchhofer announced today that the long-time chief executive officer of the company will be stepping down from the senior management position effective today. He will continue with Boyd Sports in an advisory capacity as a resource to the company's outstanding management team and an advisor to the owner, Randy Boyd.
Kirchhofer, who joined the Knoxville Smokies as president at the beginning of the 2002 season, has spent 24 years as part of the leadership of the organization. Durin... Full Story
The Knoxville Smokies are an affiliated minor league baseball team. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee, they are a member of the Southern League.
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Chris Allen Promoted to President and CEO of Knoxville Smokies, Boyd Sports
November 24, 2025 - KNOXVILLE, TN - Chris Allen, the President and Chief Operating Officer of the Knoxville Smokies and
Boyd Sports, has been promoted to president and chief executive officer. The promotion comes as
longtime Smokies CEO Doug Kirchhofer transitions into an advisory role with the team and its owner-
ship.
Allen joined the Southern League member as the team's vice president and chief operating officer in
2013. His arrival coincided with the acquisition of the Smokies by Knoxville businessman Randy Boyd
and his wife, Jenny ... Full StoryMore Knoxville Smokies stories below
Knoxville Smokies Announce New Ticketing Partnership with TicketMaster
November 19, 2025 - The Knoxville Smokies are excited to announce a new partnership with TicketMaster, the global leader in live event ticketing, beginning in the upcoming 2026 season at Covenant Health Park. TicketMaster partners with major sports leagues, concert venues, and entertainment organizations worldwide, providing cutting-edge ticketing technology to millions of fans each year.
"We're thrilled to partner with TicketMaster as our official ticketing provider," said Chris Allen President/COO of Boyd Sports. "TicketMaster's industry-l... Full StoryKnoxville Smokies Announce Smokies Winter Wonderland Tickets on Sale
November 17, 2025 - KNOXVILLE, TN - The Knoxville Smokies have announced that tickets are now available
for the Smokies Winter Wonderland Lightshow presented by ORNL Federal Credit Union.
The Grand opening will be held Friday, December 5 at 6:00pm and run everyday through
January 5, excluding December 25. Hours Sunday-Thursday | 6 PM - 10 PM | Friday & Saturday | 6 PM - 11 PM
Tickets start at $9.99 for single day admission, and $8 per ticket for groups 20 or more. Kids aged 3 and under are free.
Guests can enjoy holiday fun for all a... Full StoryDoug Kirchhofer Transitioning from CEO of Boyd Sports, LLC, to New Advisory Role
October 31, 2025 - KNOXVILLE, TN - Boyd Sports, LLC, and Doug Kirchhofer announced today that the long-time chief executive officer of the company will be stepping down from the senior management position effective today. He will continue with Boyd Sports in an advisory capacity as a resource to the company's outstanding management team and an advisor to the owner, Randy Boyd.
Kirchhofer, who joined the Knoxville Smokies as president at the beginning of the 2002 season, has spent 24 years as part of the leadership of the organization. Durin... Full StoryKnoxville Smokies News
- Chris Allen Promoted to President and CEO of Knoxville Smokies, Boyd Sports - November 24, 2025
- Knoxville Smokies Announce New Ticketing Partnership with TicketMaster - November 19, 2025
- Knoxville Smokies Announce Smokies Winter Wonderland Tickets on Sale - November 17, 2025
- Doug Kirchhofer Transitioning from CEO of Boyd Sports, LLC, to New Advisory Role - October 31, 2025
- Checking in on Former Smokies - September 12, 2025
- Smokies Series Preview: KNX at MTG - September 9, 2025
- Checking in on Former Smokies - September 4, 2025
- Knoxville Smokies Announce Kansas to Play Live at Covenant Health Park on October 8 - September 3, 2025
- BaseballParks.com's 2025 Ballpark of the Year Award Goes to Covenant Health Park - September 3, 2025
- Series Preview: Smokies vs Trash Pandas - September 2, 2025
- Smokies Series Recap: Smokies Edge Out Close Battle Against First Place Barons - September 1, 2025
- Checking in on Former Smokies - August 29, 2025
- Series Preview: Smokies at Barons - August 26, 2025
- Series Recap: Biscuits Vs Smokies - August 25, 2025
- Checking in on Former Smokies - August 22, 2025
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Knoxville Smokies catcher Pablo Aliendo prepares to make a play at the plate (Lindsay Coward)
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Knoxville Smokies Minor League Baseball
League: Southern LeagueHome: Knoxville, Tennessee
Class: AA
Affiliation: Chicago Cubs
Website: Knoxville Smokies site
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| Sun., Sep 14 | L | Knoxville 3 at Montgomery 7 | Final |
| Sat., Sep 13 | W | Knoxville 7 at Montgomery 4 | Final |
| Fri., Sep 12 | W | Knoxville 7 at Montgomery 1 | Final |
| Thu., Sep 11 | L | Knoxville 0 at Montgomery 3 | Final |
| Wed., Sep 10 | W | Knoxville 5 at Montgomery 3 | Final |
| Tue., Sep 9 | W | Knoxville 10 at Montgomery 0 | Final |
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Knoxville Smokies Headlines
- Chris Allen named CEO of Boyd Sports, owner of Knoxville Smokies - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (November 24)
- Doug Kirchhofer steps down as Knoxville Smokies CEO with Boyd Sports - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (October 31)
- Savannah Bananas 2026 schedule in Knoxville. Game dates, ticket info - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (October 10)
- Buddy Bailey, who was the manager of the Smokies twice, dies at 68 - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (September 24)
- Despite rain, Smokies saw 5% attendance increase in first season back - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (September 12)
- Knoxville Smokies win Trash Pandas series but eliminated from playoffs - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (September 8)
- Knoxville Smokes vs Rocket City Trash Pandas for last game of season - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (September 8)
- Pablo Aliendo's late homer sets up Smokies for extra-inning win - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (September 6)
- Knoxville Smokies shut out Trash Pandas in their push for the playoffs - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (September 5)
- Knoxville Smokies extend shortened Rocket City game to extras, win 5-4 - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (September 4)
- Trash Pandas Post Another Shutout - SL WAFF (September 4)
- Covenant Health Park, home of Knoxville Smokies, named 2025 Ballpark of the Year - SL Knoxville News-Sentinel (September 3)
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