Ranking the 8 new MLB City Connect uniforms for 2026

From the Braves' bold broadcast time to the Brewers' questionable state nickname

Apr. 9, 2026 at 2:52pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting various baseball players, teams, and actions in a cubist style, using bold colors and sharp, overlapping shapes to capture the variety of the 2026 City Connect uniform designs.A cubist interpretation of the diverse styles and designs featured in the 2026 MLB City Connect uniforms.San Diego Today

The author ranks the 8 new MLB City Connect uniforms for the 2026 season, with the Atlanta Braves' jersey featuring the team's broadcast time taking the top spot and the Milwaukee Brewers' use of the unpopular 'Wisco' nickname landing them at the bottom of the list.

Why it matters

City Connect uniforms are a way for MLB teams to deepen their connection with local fans through unique designs inspired by the team's city or region. These rankings provide an entertaining and opinionated take on how well the 2026 City Connect jerseys achieved that goal.

The details

The author evaluates factors like aesthetics, cultural relevance, and overall creativity in ranking the 8 new City Connect uniforms from worst to best. Some standouts include the Kansas City Royals' bold use of fuchsia, the Baltimore Orioles' simple but effective bird logo, and the Atlanta Braves' jersey featuring their 7:05 broadcast time.

  • The new MLB City Connect uniforms were unveiled in April 2026.

The players

Christian D'Andrea

The author of the article and a resident of Wisconsin who takes issue with the Milwaukee Brewers' use of the nickname 'Wisco'.

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What they’re saying

“As a resident of Wisconsin, I assure you no one calls it 'Wisco.' This is like if the University of Tennessee decided to put 'KNOX VEGAS' on its jerseys.”

— Christian D'Andrea, Author

The takeaway

While the 2026 MLB City Connect uniforms are a mixed bag, with many forgettable designs, the rankings highlight the importance of creating jerseys that truly resonate with a team's local fanbase and culture.