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JEFF JARRETT PART OF NEW OWNERSHIP FOR MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL TEAM IN SPRINGFIELD, IL

By Mike Johnson on 2021-12-01 15:08:00

WWE and Impact Wrestling Hall of Famer Jeff Jarrett was announced today as part of the new ownership of Minor League Baseball team The Springfield Sliders in Springfield, IL.

A press conference about the new ownership, including Jarrett, is currently ongoing:

During the press conference, Jarrett discussed his family's history in promoting and working in professional wrestling. There was a reference to the team name and branding changing prior to this May when the baseball season begins.

The team is a member of the Summer Baseball Development League, the United States Prospect League.

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