History of King cake in Timeline

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King cake

A King cake, connected to Epiphany celebrations, is a cake with a hidden 'fève' inside, traditionally a figurine of the Christ Child. The cake's form and ingredients vary by region. The person who finds the fève in their slice is rewarded with a prize. Modern fèves can be made of different materials but retain the representation of the King or Baby Jesus.

2009: King Cake Baby Introduction

In 2009, the New Orleans Pelicans introduced the King Cake Baby as a seasonal mascot.

2017: Zephyrs Become Baby Cakes

In 2017, the New Orleans Zephyrs, a AAA baseball team, rebranded as the New Orleans Baby Cakes.

2019: Final Season of Baby Cakes

The New Orleans Baby Cakes played their final season in 2019 before relocating and becoming the Wichita Wind Surge.