Posted by Staff Reports | Sep 9, 2026 | Top Local Sports | 0 | The Rome Emperors announced today that Nick Bernabe will become the organization’s new General Manager. Bernabe succeeds David Lane, who will become General Manager of the Winston-Salem Dash. Austin Jones is also being promoted to Assistant General Manager for the Emperors. “Rome has been an incredible chapter for me and my family, and I’m extremely proud of what we’ve built here,” said Lane. “Helping launch the Emperors identity and watching this community embrace it has been something I’ll always be proud of, but what I’ll remember most are the people — our staff, our fans, our partners and this community. I’m grateful for the relationships and memories we’ve made over the past four years. I’m excited to see the Emperors continue to grow under Nick’s leadership, and I’m looking forward to the next chapter and the opportunity ahead in Winston-Salem.” Bernabe joins the Emperors from another Braves affiliate, the Gwinnett Stripers, where he has served as Assistant General Manager since 2025. In his role with Atlanta’s Triple-A affiliate, Bernabe oversaw aspects of corporate partnerships, non-Stripers events and day-to-day operations of Gwinnett Field. “I couldn’t be more excited to take this role with the Emperors,” said Bernabe. “I am thrilled to contribute to the history of baseball in Rome, Georgia, and to be a part of the community. I am incredibly grateful to Diamond Baseball Holdings and our partners with…
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