Majestic Athletic and Major League Baseball Properties have reached an extension of their contract that makes Majestic the official on-field uniform of MLB through 2019.
Through the new agreement, Majestic will retain exclusive rights to design, produce, and distribute on-field uniforms, Authentic Collection apparel, replica jerseys, along with a broad assortment of men’s and women’s fan apparel.
Majestic will continue its long-term commitment to producing all on-field uniforms in the United States at its facility in Easton, PA. In 2014, it In 2014, it celebrated its 30th Anniversary of being on-field as part of the Major League Baseball Authentic Collection. The news was first reported by Forbes.
“The Majestic partnership goes beyond a licensing agreement. It symbolizes the value of collaboration with a leadership team that’s illustrated a tremendous commitment and product to generations of Major League Baseball fans,” said Noah Garden, Major League Baseball EVP, business. “The Majestic brand has become synonymous with Major League Baseball uniforms and apparel and it’s important we continue one of the most successful and tenured partnerships in licensed sports.”
“We’re excited to announce the renewal of this premiere sports license and believe it’s a reflection of mutual trust and seamless partnership with Major League Baseball Properties,” said Jim Pisani, president of Majestic Athletic. “We have achieved strong historical results due to our associates’ tremendous passions and commitments to the business. Their efforts have resulted in elevated product design and development, marketing, and distribution of MLB products.”
Majestic made its MLB on-field debut in 1982 with batting practice jerseys. Since 2005, Majestic has expanded its presence to include uniforms and outerwear for all 30 clubs.
Majestic Athletic designs, markets and manufactures performance athletic apparel, team uniforms, outerwear and licensed athletic wear. Majestic is also licensed by the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA), National Football League (NFL), National Basketbal Association (NBA), National Hockey League (NHL) and Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC).
