Throwback Baseball Game 2021

The 4th of July Throwback Baseball Game is back for its 12th year. This local tradition is where Historic Springfield’s residents battle it out on the baseball field for bragging rights on whether the Westside or Eastside are the true champions. Come enjoy the day Read More …

Hank Aaron played for the Jacksonville Braves in 1953

Hank Aaron played for the Jacksonville Braves in 1953. The Braves were the Class A affiliate of the Milwaukee Braves, who would become the Atlanta Braves in 1966. During his time with the Jacksonville Braves the team was owned by Jacksonville businessman, Samuel W. Wolfson. Read More …