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Donovan Harns prepares for 2027 after leading Joplin Jailbirds' first season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 10:32 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

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Summary

Donovan Harns, general manager of the Joplin Jailbirds, announced readiness for the 2027 season following a successful inaugural campaign in the MINK League. The team clinched the league title on July 31 and drew over 600 fans to the championship game. Despite initial stress leading up to the home opener, Harns reflected positively on the turnout, noting that attendance surpassed 1,000 for the opening game. Looking ahead, Harns aims to make Joe Becker Stadium a venue for more community events beyond baseball, including a concert scheduled for October 2.

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By the Numbers

•Harns became Jailbirds GM in summer 2026.
•The team won the MINK League trophy on July 31.
•Home opener attracted over 1,000 fans.
•Upcoming concert planned for October 2.
•Jailbirds aim to host diverse community events.

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10:32 PMYahoo Sports — Joplin native, Jailbirds GM Harns ‘ready for next year’

What they're saying

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Donovan Harns grew up watching baseball as a fan inside Joe Becker Stadium. He also played in games there. He’s even been a coach at the stadium. In the summer of 2026, he started a new role at the Joplin ballpark. He became the general manager of the first-year collegiate summer team, the Joplin Jailbirds. He and the team hoisted the MINK League trophy July 31 to cap a memorable first season ...
— Yahoo Sports

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