What’s This? Bismarck Has A New Team In Town?

There is nothing like the sound of the crack of a bat - especially in December

Well, sure, the weather might be a tad bit cold when it comes to baseball, BUT not for daydreaming of a warm July 15, 2026! For one day, Bismarck will have a NEW baseball team and coach to go along with it. The Bismarck Larks just announced that "the Dakota Ditch Chickens" will be debuting in 2026.

Bismarck Larks- How cool is this?
According to a media release from the Bismarck Larks this morning:

"The Bismarck Larks will celebrate North Dakota’s deep-seated hunting culture with the new alternate identity, the Dakota Ditch Chickens, debuting in 2026. The Larks will play as the Ditch Chickens for a bold one-night rebrand that tips its blaze-orange cap to the state’s proud and playful hunting community. The Dakota Ditch Chickens, inspired by the Midwestern term for the ring-necked pheasant, will be a night to honor tradition, conservation, and the great outdoors." Check this out, guess who will be coaching the Chickens on that day? Governor Kelly Armstrong

Dakota Ditch Chickens
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For one day, our Dakota Ditch Chickens will be led out on the field by the North Dakota Governor!

"Making history as the first-ever sitting governor to manage a baseball team, Governor Kelly Armstrong has signed a one-day contract to be the head coach of the Dakota Ditch Chickens. While many other governors have thrown out first pitches or had careers in professional baseball before taking office, Governor Armstrong will be the first to set the starting lineup, manage gameday preparation, and coach a base – all while serving as the 34th governor of North Dakota. His game-night jersey will feature the number 34 in his honor."

Get your tickets NOW and make sure you are at the ballpark for this incredible day

Here is how you can get yours today -

Tickets to Dakota Ditch Chickens night can be secured now only through a Plan A 4 or 7-game SCHEELS Reserved Plan (only 30 left) or by purchasing a group outing. Learn more about ticket options to the season at larksbaseball.com. Dakota Ditch Chickens merchandise is available on larksmerch.com.

Go Larks - Go Ditch Chickens