Synovus Park to Become Pinnacle Park Beginning in 2027

Synovus Park to Become Pinnacle Park Beginning in 2027

Home of the Columbus Clingstones to take on new name as partnership enters next chapter

COLUMBUS, Ga., Sep. 6, 2026 - The Columbus Clingstones and Pinnacle Financial Partners today announced that, beginning in 2027, Synovus Park will be renamed Pinnacle Park, reflecting the new combined firm through the merger of Synovus and Pinnacle.

The transition to Pinnacle Park continues a partnership that began in 2024, when Synovus acquired naming rights to the historic ballpark ahead of the return of affiliated professional baseball to Columbus for the first time in 15 years. The venue has operated as Synovus Park for the first two seasons of Clingstones baseball in 2025 and 2026.

"Columbus is a community with great energy and momentum. We are excited about our partnership with the Clingstones. As Synovus and Pinnacle come together, Pinnacle Park is another opportunity for our friends, neighbors and clients across the community to see our commitment to what matters most: local relationships, meaningful investment and a shared commitment to Columbus' future," said Heath Schondelmayer, regional president for Pinnacle. "We look forward to building on that momentum with the Clingstones and everyone who make this place so special. Go Stones!"

Pinnacle Park will become the first baseball venue to carry the Pinnacle Financial Partners name. Pinnacle maintains a growing presence in sports and entertainment through partnerships with professional golfer Russell Henley, Tennessee Titans, Memphis Grizzlies, 23XI Racing in NASCAR, and the PGA Cadillac Tournament.

The partnerships reflect Pinnacle's broader strategy of engaging in sports and entertainment relationships to enhance the fan experience and connect with communities. The fan connection is at the heart of the transition to Pinnacle Park, where generations of Columbus baseball history now meets a new era of baseball.

The name change follows two landmark seasons for the Clingstones, the Double-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. During the club's inaugural season in 2025, 231,450 fans attended games at the ballpark, marking the highest single-season attendance in the venue's 100-year history.

Formerly known as Golden Park, the historic ballpark has served as a centerpiece of baseball in Columbus for generations. Over 20 National Baseball Hall of Famers have appeared at the venue over the years, and the ballpark hosted softball competition during the 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympic Games.

As part of the continued celebration of that history, the Clingstones this season added The Golden Lot, a wiffle ball field honoring the ballpark's roots. On Sept. 6, a bust of Theodore "Theo" Golden will be unveiled at the Golden Lot and will welcome guests near the entrance to the park.

Golden, who founded Goldens' Foundry and Machine Co. with his brother more than a century ago, believed baseball belonged to the people of Columbus. He later championed the construction of a ballpark along the Chattahoochee River. The bust honors Golden's lasting commitment to Columbus, baseball, and the stadium that carried his family name for decades.

Additional details surrounding the transition to Pinnacle Park, including new signage and branding, will be announced at a later date.

About Pinnacle Financial Partners®

Pinnacle Financial Partners, Inc. ("Pinnacle") is a $129.1 billion asset regional bank which provides a full range of banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services for commercial and consumer clients who want a comprehensive relationship with their financial institution. The firm joined forces with Synovus Financial Corp. in 2026, bringing together more than 160 years of combined banking service. Pinnacle is the largest bank headquartered in Tennessee and the largest bank holding company headquartered in Georgia. The firm is No. 1 in deposit market share* in the Nashville MSA and No. 4 in the Atlanta MSA with offices in Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Kentucky, Virginia and Maryland.

Pinnacle is an employer of choice for financial services professionals. The firm is No. 12 in the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® in 2026, its 10th consecutive appearance. Pinnacle was also recognized by American Banker as No. 4 among America's Best Banks to

Work For in 2025, its 13th consecutive year on the list, and No. 1 among banks with more than $10 billion in assets. Learn more about Pinnacle at PNFP.com.

*As of June 30, 2025, according to FDIC data.

The Columbus Clingstones are the Double-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves and are playing their second season of Double-A baseball at Synovus Park. The Clingstones' 69-game home schedule runs from April 3 through September 6. For team information, merchandise, and more, visit Clingstones.com or follow the Clingstones on Facebook, X, TikTok, and Instagram at GoClingstones.