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Klements cut
Klements cut
MILWAUKEE -- When you see the Famous Racing Sausages at Miller Park this upcoming baseball season, they will be racing without the Klement's logo.
The Milwaukee Brewers have severed ties with Klement's after the two have been teamed up for more than 25 years, according to a letter sent from Klement's CEO and President Thomas Danneker to the company's employees. That means no more Klement's products at Miller Park, and a new sponsor for the Famous Racing Sausages.
CLICK HERE to read the letter to Klement's employees
Klement's Sausage Co.
Danneker went on to say the end of the partnership with the Brewers is "an opportunity" for the company. He indicated Klement's has already begun talking with other community partners to support.
According to the frequently asked questions section of the Klement's website, the Famous Racing Sausages are owned by Major League Baseball. Klement's has never been an authorized dealer and able to sell any merchandise or items with the images of the racers.
"Ultimately, it's the Brewers' property and the Brewers are in the business of raising revenue so they can pay players," Brian Bennett, STIR Marketing CEO said.
Bennett said while this might hurt, it won't break Klement's.
"I believe they're going to go invest their money in another sponsorship somewhere else," Bennett said.
Meanwhile, on Tuesday evening, the Milwaukee Brewers issued a news release with this statement:
Some Brewers' fans said they're sad to see the change, but they remain unwavering in their support for the team.
"It's going to be hard to get used to, but I'm still going to root for the Brewers for sure," Sarah Riegleman said.