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Lehigh Valley IronPigs to Rename Allentown Stadium Jefferson Park in 2027
The Lehigh Valley IronPigs announced that their home ballpark in Allentown, Pennsylvania, will be renamed Jefferson Park beginning with the 2027 Minor League Baseball season. The change follows a new naming‑rights agreement with Jefferson Health, the Philadelphia‑based health‑care system that owns Lehigh Valley Health Network.
The announcement was made Thursday during a press conference held at the stadium, which has been known as Coca‑Cola Park since its opening in 2008. IronPigs co‑owner Joe Finley said the new name would create “tremendous opportunities and excitement for our fans, our community and our partners.” Kurt Landes, the team’s president and general manager, added that the partnership will extend to educational and recreational fundraising through the IronPigs Charities initiative, though details will be released in the coming months.
Coca‑Cola’s sponsorship of the stadium began in 2007 when the company’s bottling subsidiary secured the naming rights. The company confirmed that its partnership will end in September 2027, the final month of the current season. According to the IronPigs, Coca‑Cola will remain the exclusive beverage provider for the team.
The IronPigs have been the per‑game attendance leader in Minor League Baseball since 2008, drawing an average of 8,500 fans per contest. In 2026 the team topped the league’s attendance list for the fourth consecutive season. The stadium, which can accommodate 10,178 spectators, has served as a regional gathering place for baseball and community events.
Manager Chris Adamson expressed enthusiasm about the name change. In a brief statement he joked that the change would allow the team to “get the diabetes from Coca‑Cola, and then we can go to Jefferson Health to get treated for it.” The IronPigs will play their final game under the Coca‑Cola Park name on Sunday against the Worcester Red Sox.
The new name, Jefferson Park, reflects the IronPigs’ expanded partnership with Jefferson Health, which oversees the Lehigh Valley Health Network. The agreement is expected to deepen community outreach and support local health initiatives, aligning the team’s brand with a regional health organization.
The renaming comes as part of a broader trend of stadium naming rights deals that tie sports venues to corporate or institutional partners. The IronPigs’ deal with Jefferson Health is the first major naming‑rights change for the franchise since the stadium’s opening.
The IronPigs remain the Triple‑A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies and compete in the International League. The team’s ownership and management have emphasized that the rebranding will not affect on‑field operations or the fan experience.
The 2027 season will begin with the IronPigs playing under the new name, and the organization has indicated that additional community and charitable initiatives will be announced in the months ahead. The partnership is expected to provide new opportunities for local schools, youth sports programs, and health‑related outreach.
The final game at Coca‑Cola Park will be a home match against Worcester, marking the end of an era for the ballpark that has hosted more than 1,000 games since 2008. The IronPigs’ leadership has stated that the transition to Jefferson Park will be seamless for fans and players alike.
In summary, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs will rename their Allentown stadium Jefferson Park starting in 2027, following a new partnership with Jefferson Health. Coca‑Cola will conclude its naming‑rights agreement in September 2027 but will continue as the team’s beverage partner. The IronPigs’ attendance record, community outreach plans, and upcoming 2027 season under the new name set the stage for the next chapter in the franchise’s history.
The announcement was made Thursday during a press conference held at the stadium, which has been known as Coca‑Cola Park since its opening in 2008. IronPigs co‑owner Joe Finley said the new name would create “tremendous opportunities and excitement for our fans, our community and our partners.” Kurt Landes, the team’s president and general manager, added that the partnership will extend to educational and recreational fundraising through the IronPigs Charities initiative, though details will be released in the coming months.
Coca‑Cola’s sponsorship of the stadium began in 2007 when the company’s bottling subsidiary secured the naming rights. The company confirmed that its partnership will end in September 2027, the final month of the current season. According to the IronPigs, Coca‑Cola will remain the exclusive beverage provider for the team.
The IronPigs have been the per‑game attendance leader in Minor League Baseball since 2008, drawing an average of 8,500 fans per contest. In 2026 the team topped the league’s attendance list for the fourth consecutive season. The stadium, which can accommodate 10,178 spectators, has served as a regional gathering place for baseball and community events.
Manager Chris Adamson expressed enthusiasm about the name change. In a brief statement he joked that the change would allow the team to “get the diabetes from Coca‑Cola, and then we can go to Jefferson Health to get treated for it.” The IronPigs will play their final game under the Coca‑Cola Park name on Sunday against the Worcester Red Sox.
The new name, Jefferson Park, reflects the IronPigs’ expanded partnership with Jefferson Health, which oversees the Lehigh Valley Health Network. The agreement is expected to deepen community outreach and support local health initiatives, aligning the team’s brand with a regional health organization.
The renaming comes as part of a broader trend of stadium naming rights deals that tie sports venues to corporate or institutional partners. The IronPigs’ deal with Jefferson Health is the first major naming‑rights change for the franchise since the stadium’s opening.
The IronPigs remain the Triple‑A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies and compete in the International League. The team’s ownership and management have emphasized that the rebranding will not affect on‑field operations or the fan experience.
The 2027 season will begin with the IronPigs playing under the new name, and the organization has indicated that additional community and charitable initiatives will be announced in the months ahead. The partnership is expected to provide new opportunities for local schools, youth sports programs, and health‑related outreach.
The final game at Coca‑Cola Park will be a home match against Worcester, marking the end of an era for the ballpark that has hosted more than 1,000 games since 2008. The IronPigs’ leadership has stated that the transition to Jefferson Park will be seamless for fans and players alike.
In summary, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs will rename their Allentown stadium Jefferson Park starting in 2027, following a new partnership with Jefferson Health. Coca‑Cola will conclude its naming‑rights agreement in September 2027 but will continue as the team’s beverage partner. The IronPigs’ attendance record, community outreach plans, and upcoming 2027 season under the new name set the stage for the next chapter in the franchise’s history.
