The Delmarva Shorebirds will debut their new alternate identity - the Delmarva Wild Ponies - on Saturday, May 17 at Perdue Stadium in Salisbury.

The alternate identity pays tribute to the historic wild ponies that inhabit Assateague Island, a 38-mile long strip along the Atlantic Coast split between Maryland and Virginia. An estimated 150 wild ponies live in two herds on the island.

The night will be devoted to celebrating this historic fixture on Delmarva, including Wild Ponies jerseys and hats, Wild Ponies branded merchandise and special promotional elements.

“The Shorebirds have and always will be a community-minded organization first, and we thought what better way to honor Delmarva than connecting the Shorebirds brand with the wild ponies on Assateague Island,” said Chris Bitters, Shorebirds General Manager. “This identity not only connects with our local Delmarva community, but worldwide, as many families have come to the Eastern Shore just to see the wild ponies, providing a great opportunity to increase the footprint and knowledge of this community attraction and our region in general.”

To purchase tickets to the Delmarva Wild Ponies inaugural game, visit theshorebirds.com/tickets.