Mississippi’s newest professional baseball team is continuing to fill its front office.
The Mississippi Mud Monsters, a Frontier League team that will fill the void left by the now-departed MiLB Double-A Mississippi Braves, announced David Kerr on Thursday as the club’s assistant general manager.
Per a release from the Mud Monsters, Kerr is expected to play a key role in leading the team’s efforts as they gear up for their inaugural season at Trustmark Park in the spring of 2025. His responsibilities will include overseeing sales, marketing, and fan engagement.
“There’s a legacy here in Mississippi – not just with the Mississippi Braves, but with this community of passionate sports fans and talented professionals,” Mud Monsters owner Joseph Eng said. “David embodies that spirit. It’s a great feeling to bring someone on board with this team who is so committed to creating an unforgettable experience for our fans and building something special for Mississippi.”
Prior to accepting the job with the Mud Monsters, Kerr served five years as the director of ticket sales for the Mississippi Braves. His background in baseball operations dates back a decade, with other experience seen as a member of the Indiana RailCats organization.
“I’m thrilled to bring a new chapter of baseball to this community,” Kerr said. “The people here are incredible, and the opportunity to give my friends and neighbors an exciting new baseball experience is something I couldn’t pass up. This part of Mississippi, especially Pearl and Rankin County, offers the amenities of large cities but with the warmth and accessibility of a small town.”
With the Mississippi Braves now becoming the Columbus Braves, a move that relocates the team to Georgia where their parent club plays, the Mud Monsters are working to ensure professional baseball remains in central Mississippi for a long time to come.
