Majestic Athletic and Major League Baseball extend partnership through 2019

TAMPA, Fla., March 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Majestic Athletic and Major League Baseball Properties have agreed to a wide-ranging contract extension through 2019, continuing a partnership that has lasted for more than 30 years.

Through this 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.

"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."

"The Majestic partnership goes beyond a licensing agreement. It symbolizes the value of collaboration with a leadership team - and product - that's illustrated a tremendous commitment to generations of Major League Baseball fans," said Noah Garden, Executive Vice President, 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."

Majestic made its MLB on-field debut in 1982. Since then, Majestic has expanded its presence to include uniforms and outerwear for all 30 Clubs. Majestic has strengthened its partnership through innovative product, service excellence, and strong connectivity with MLB players and fans. During the forthcoming term, the partnership will focus on strategic growth and shaping the future of aspirational performance apparel.

ABOUT MAJESTIC ATHLETIC

Majestic Athletic designs, markets and manufactures performance athletic apparel, team uniforms, outerwear and licensed athletic wear. Majestic is the official on-field uniform of Major League Baseball and is also licensed by the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA), National Football League (NFL), National Basketball Association (NBA), National Hockey League (NHL) and Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC). For more information on Majestic Athletic visit: www.majesticathletic.com

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