The Simpsons Bring the MLB to Springfield in Latest Lids Collaboration

The new collection features hats, accessories, and graphic tees inspired by the beloved sitcom.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:48pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a textured, brightly colored baseball cap, capturing the high-fashion glamour and attention to material detail in the style of photographer Irving Penn.The new Simpsons x MLB x Lids collection brings the beloved animated series to the world of professional baseball through a range of stylish and limited-edition headwear and apparel.Springfield Today

The MLB and the iconic animated series 'The Simpsons' have teamed up with Lids on a new collection of headwear and apparel. The line includes 59FIFTY New Era styles, A-frame silhouettes, and graphic tees that blend the worlds of baseball and Springfield. The full collection is available exclusively at Lids.com, with prices ranging from $39.99 to $54.99.

Why it matters

This collaboration marks the latest crossover between 'The Simpsons' and major American sports leagues, following the 2024 'Simpsons Funday Football' NFL broadcast. The new Lids collection taps into the enduring popularity of both the show and baseball, offering fans a unique way to celebrate their passions.

The details

The 'The Simpsons' x MLB x New Era collection features five headwear capsules, including a 59FIFTY with the show's signature cloud animation, a 59FIFTY design of Homer swinging a bat, an A-frame with the cloud imagery, a teal and cream A-frame inspired by Krusty Burger, and an A-frame assortment with team-specific animations. The line also includes a graphic tee range that pairs MLB teams with 'Simpsons' characters.

  • The collection launched exclusively at Lids on March 31, 2026.
  • The Simpsons celebrated its 800th episode earlier this year.
  • A Simpsons movie sequel is set for a July 2027 release.

The players

Lids

A sporting brand that has previously released 'Simpsons'-themed merchandise, including a satin snap-up jacket featuring Bart as a point guard and a varsity racing jacket.

Major League Baseball (MLB)

The professional baseball league that has collaborated with 'The Simpsons' on this new collection of hats, accessories, and apparel.

'The Simpsons'

The long-running animated sitcom set in the fictional town of Springfield, which is celebrating its 800th episode and has a movie sequel in the works.

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The takeaway

The new Lids collection taps into the enduring popularity of both 'The Simpsons' and baseball, offering fans a unique way to celebrate their passions and the intersection of these two beloved American institutions.