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Yankees' Triple-A team renamed Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Highlanders
The former RailRiders adopted the Yankees' original 1903–1912 nickname.
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The New York Yankees' Triple-A affiliate announced Nov. 7 that it will be known as the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Highlanders, replacing the RailRiders name, MLB.com reported.
The Yankees were called the Highlanders from 1903 through 1912, a reference to their ballpark's elevated location in upper Manhattan, according to the report.
What we know / what we don't
What we know
- The new name was announced Saturday, Nov. 7.
What we don't know
- The on-field debut is planned for March 26, according to MLB.com.
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