When did the D-backs change their colors?
When did the D-backs change their colors?
2006–2015. The franchise unveiled new uniforms and colors of Sedona red, Sonoran sand and black on November 8, 2006.
What does it say on the front of the Arizona Diamondbacks jersey?
Serpientes
The jersey reads “Serpientes” across the front, intended to highlight Arizona’s Hispanic culture, while the uniform patch features the Arizona state flag and a reference to Phoenix’s nickname as the Valley of the Sun.
Why are the Diamondbacks wearing shirts that say Serpientes?
Serpientes, the Spanish translation of Snakes, was used to pay tribute to the Hispanic Culture so prominent in Arizona. The uniform patches feature Arizona’s state flag and a nod to Phoenix’s moniker, The Valley of the Sun.
Why are they called Diamondbacks?
The winning choice was “Diamondbacks”, after the Western diamondback, a rattlesnake native to the region known for injecting a large amount of venom when it strikes.
Why did Arizona Diamondbacks change colors?
The Sedona Red and Black were introduced with a cloud of hype in the offseason before the 2007 season, with the hopes of boosting merchandise sales. That the players might prefer to wear red instead of purple was also a consideration.
Why did the Diamondbacks change colors?
The Diamondbacks are now in their 5th season in the “new” uniform set. The Sedona Red and Black were introduced with a cloud of hype in the offseason before the 2007 season, with the hopes of boosting merchandise sales. That the players might prefer to wear red instead of purple was also a consideration.
What is the Arizona Diamondbacks mascot?
D. Baxter the BobcatArizona Diamondbacks / Mascot
What are the Diamondbacks team colors?
Black
WhiteTealSedona Red
Arizona Diamondbacks/Colors
When were the Diamondbacks formed?
1998Arizona Diamondbacks / Founded
The Diamondbacks were founded in 1998 as an expansion franchise, along with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays (now known as the Tampa Bay Rays). In their first season the Diamondbacks unsurprisingly finished last in their division.
