Major League Baseball has unveiled a patriotic merchandise collection celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, featuring stars-and-stripes themed jersey numbers, USA 250 patches, and red-white-and-blue caps and socks that players will wear during July 4th games and the 2026 All-Star Week in Philadelphia.
The collection represents one of the most extensive patriotic merchandise drops in MLB history, tying the National Pastime directly to the nation’s semiquincentennial celebration. Fans can purchase the same caps, tees, hoodies, shorts, and socks that players will wear on-field through MLBShop.com, Fanatics, and the MLB Flagship Store in New York City starting June 15.
On July 4th, all 30 MLB clubs will wear stars-and-stripes-themed uniform numbers paired with matching patriotic caps and socks. A special “USA 250” patch will appear on each player’s jersey sleeve and the side of their caps during Independence Day games. The look extends to umpires and on-field personnel, creating a coordinated patriotic aesthetic across every ballpark.
The merchandise line includes products from MLB licensees Outerstuff, Antigua, and For Bare Feet, offering caps, t-shirts, hoodies, and shorts featuring the MLB 250 logo. The design elements blend classic Americana with modern baseball styling.
“Baseball has been part of the fabric of American life since the sport’s creation,” said Uzma Rawn Dowler, MLB Chief Marketing Officer. “Baseball brings Americans together, so as the National Pastime, we are proud to celebrate this special anniversary.”
The USA 250 celebration extends beyond July 4th. During All-Star Week in Philadelphia, the Home Run Derby on July 13 will see players wearing their regular home team jerseys with stars-and-stripes numbers and the USA 250 patch. The 2026 MLB All-Star Game the following night will feature players in standard club uniforms with the USA 250 sleeve patch attached.
Fans attending games or watching from home can expect a fully coordinated visual experience, from on-field uniforms to commemorative merchandise. The caps and socks feature red, white, and blue design elements that complement the stars-and-stripes jersey numerals.
With the collection going on sale June 15, fans have plenty of time to gear up before the July 4th and All-Star festivities. This is a must-have for collectors and anyone looking to celebrate America’s 250th birthday in true baseball style.