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The Bears remain the only entry in the modern California League's long history to represent the city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMerced's baseball history did not begin or end there: the city fielded the Merced Fig Growers in the California State League in 1910, a nod to the same agricultural identity that surrounded the Bears three decades later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetro Baseball Revival celebrates historic baseball teams with unique apparel, honoring their legacy and bringing history to one-of-a-kind clothing with our old school retro baseball tees from defunct Minor League Baseball teams. All of our high quality apparel is designed, printed, and shipped within the USA. This collection features 100% original designs based on the history and nicknames of historic minor league teams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur standard (non-premium) hoodies are classics that anyone is sure to recognize. They are thick, durable Gildan brand hoodies. They are a cotton\/poly blend that stands the test of time and feature the 'kangaroo pouch' on the front with a draw string hood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize Guide: True to size, roomy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"listMCE\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBrand: Gildan | Product ID: G18500\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMade with a medium-heavy fabric (8.0 oz\/yd² (271 g\/m²)) that consists of 50% cotton and 50% polyester for that cozy feel and warmth you need in a hoodie.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe classic fit along with the pouch pocket and the tear-away label make for a highly comfortable, scratch-free wearing experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe color-matched drawcord and the double-lined hood add a stylish flair and durability that tie everything together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMade using 100% ethically grown US cotton. 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