Celebrate a legendary chapter in Vermont baseball history with this vintage-inspired Reds t-shirt. The iconic logo features a distressed, cracked finish that honors the team's dominant legacy from 1984-1987.
The Vermont Reds emerged when owner Mike Agganis relocated his franchise from Lynn, Massachusetts to Burlington, Vermont in 1984, signing a four-year agreement with the Cincinnati Reds and renaming the club. Playing their home games at Centennial Field in Burlington, the Reds quickly established themselves as a powerhouse in the Eastern League. In an incredible run of success, the team won the Eastern League Championship in three consecutive years – 1984, 1985, and 1986, creating a baseball dynasty in this college town.
The Vermont Reds were instrumental in developing key talent for their parent club, with notable future MLB stars including Barry Larkin, Paul O'Neill, and Chris Sabo passing through Burlington on their way to the big leagues. These players would later form the core of the Cincinnati Reds team that won the 1990 World Series. Local support for the team was strong, with the Reds drawing 121,102 fans in their inaugural 1984 season. The franchise's time in Vermont came to an end after the 1987 season when Cincinnati and Seattle swapped Double-A affiliates, transforming the club into the Vermont Mariners for one final season in 1988 before the team relocated to Canton, Ohio.
Product Details:
- Premium Gildan 5000 t-shirt
- 5.3 oz, 100% preshrunk cotton for superior comfort
- Tear-away label for maximum comfort
- Classic unisex fit that works for everyone
- Available in sizes S-5XL
- Multiple color options available
- Front logo only (back is blank)
- Crafted using cutting-edge direct-to-garment printing technology for exceptional durability and detail
Perfect for baseball enthusiasts or anyone looking to own a piece of Vermont sporting history. This shirt doesn't just celebrate a team—it commemorates a golden era of championship baseball that brought pride to Burlington and developed future World Series champions.