Chicago Cubs debut Baby Blue 'Blues Alternate' uniforms honoring Chicago's musical legacy

Something novel is taking place at Wrigley Field today. The Chicago Cubs are making changes unexpectedly. It's not about the games, the statistics, or even a grand win. Instead, it's about something more tactile, something that creates history, coolness, and pride all colliding on a single grand day. Fans didn't know until they were revealed midway through the game.
Anthony Rizzo and Javier Báez Patrol Diamond in new Baby Blue jerseys at Wrigley fieldIt happened on April 6, 2025, at Chicago's Wrigley Field in Illinois when first baseman Anthony Rizzo and shortstop Javier Báez became the first players to wear the Chicago Cubs' new baby blue alternate uniforms. It was a momentous occasion for the team and the fans. The game began with people applauding wildly as the players came out onto the field wearing the new glitzy look.

The Cubs are wearing their new baby blue alternate uniforms for the first time today 🐻 pic.twitter.com/A3pI2QOWc2

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The uniforms are inspired by Chicago's blues music history. The jersey includes a chest patch that mixes old Cubs designs with a font style similar to that used in classic blues music posters.

On the sleeve, there's a special patch in the form of a guitar pick with the name of the Cubs divided by an electrical lightning bolt symbol that indicates the city's strong association with electric blues music. Even socks have a funky striped design and a reference to the song "Sweet Home Chicago.

These uniforms are not just for style, they’re meant to bring together sports and music, and remind people of the city’s powerful culture and history. The last time the Cubs wore a similar shade of blue on the field was more than 40 years ago.
Jennifer Martindale explains why this uniform means more than just a color changeJennifer Martindale, the Cubs' Executive Vice President of Marketing and Communications, commented on the new appearance.

"The baby blues are back," she said in a formal press release. "We're excited to introduce this color again, but we also wanted to add another layer of meaning. Chicago is the city of the blues, and we wanted this uniform to reflect that part of our history as well."

Jennifer Martindale also noted that the uniforms are a nod not only to the team's history but also to Chicago's musical heart. The uniforms can be purchased online and in stores at Wrigley Field. This new look combines tradition, music, and contemporary baseball—all in one field.

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