11/12/2025
Appalachian League Update: Tri-State and Bristol Announcements
With today’s release of the 2026 Appalachian League schedule, fans may have noticed the absence of the Tri-State Coal Cats and the Bristol State Liners from the lineup.
Following the announcement that the Tri-State Coal Cats will be departing the league, it has been decided that the Bristol State Liners will take the 2026 season off as preparations continue for their future home.
As a result, the Appalachian League will feature eight teams for the upcoming 2026 season.
The State Liners are thrilled to announce that they will return to play in 2027, opening the season in their brand-new stadium in Bristol, Virginia.