BRYAN, Texas — Bryan, Texas will soon have a new hometown baseball team, and they have announced the final six contenders for what that team will be called.
It was recently announced that Bryan would be the home of a new Mid America League Baseball (MALB) franchise . The team will reportedly play at Travis Major Field beginning in 2026 as part of a rental agreement with the City of Bryan.
The Bryan Baseball Franchise has been holding a contest to decide the name of the new team, and has announced the six finalists. Each finalist represents Bryan's "deep history, culture and character," according to the MALB.
The finalists, and the history behind the names, are listed below:
Bryan Yard Dogs – Tough, loyal and built for hard work. This name captures the gritty, blue-collar energy of Br