Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Club


The Bridgeport Bluefish are part of the Liberty Division of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, which is considered professional baseball, but is not affiliated with Major League Baseball. The home stadium of the Bluefish is The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. Bridgeport saw its first professional baseball game following the Civil War. There was a break in play for the latter half of the 20th century until the Bluefish found their home there in 1998. The team is frequently successful and has been earned the right to play in four Atlantic League Championship Series, winning the 1999 battle. The Bluefish hold the record for the most games won in Atlantic League history. The Atlantic League often features veteran minor league baseball players, as well as about-to-retire Major League players. Several former MLB players have played for the Bluefish including Mariano Duncan, Deivi Cruz, Junior Spivey and Jose Offerman. Team colors for the Bluefish are aqua, silver and navy blue and their logo is a Bluefish cartoon drawing. The stadium features a team store where fans can purchase team apparel, souvenirs and score cards for their game. There are also a variety of concession options, as well as a Kids Club. Games are a popular destination for families, birthday parties and a variety of other special events.

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