Yard Goats Named Minor League Baseball Organization of the Year

The Hartford Yard Goats were named 2024 Organization of the Year by Minor League Baseball Oct. 8, reflecting the team’s operations and community impact.

The Yard Goats were selected were selected from the 120 full-season affiliated teams from the U.S. and Canada across four levels: Triple-A, Double-A, High-A and Single-A.

Nominees from each league were selected by their peers.

“We are absolutely honored to receive this prestigious award from Minor League Baseball,” team president Tim Restall said.

“This speaks volumes about our loyal fans, partners and employees. Our goal has always been to be more than just a baseball team, and have a positive impact in the Hartford community.”

Attendance, Community Programs

The team, which made its first home playoff appearance this year, attracted over 400,000 fans for the third consecutive season with an average of 6,140 fans per game in the regular season.

Since moving into Dunkin’ Park in 2017, the Yard Goats have increased attendance each season, establishing a new franchise-record 417,054 (including playoff game) in 2024 with 39 sellouts.

The Yard Goats attracted over 400,000 fans in 2024 for the third consecutive season.

The organization was recognized by MiLB for operating a fun-family atmosphere at the games, as well as providing community programs for Hartford youths.

Promotions included Giveaway Tuesdays, Saturday Fireworks, and Kids Run the Bases on Sunday, with the teams also chasing identity for selected games and playing as the Bouncing Pickles, Steamed Cheeseburgers, Hartford Schoolboys, and Los Chivos de Hartford.

Featured community programs include the Young Ambassador After-School Program, Culinary Program, Drum Team, Theater Program, and Kindness Awards.