Rivalries
The New Jersey Jackals announced a formal rivalry with the Newark Bears shortly after the Bears joined the Can-Am League in 2010. Since both teams play in Essex County, New Jersey, they established the County Executives' Cup to formalize this geographical contest. Off the field, the Jackals and the Bears will collaborate in order to strengthen each teams' respective recognition in Essex County, support fund-raising projects for local charities, and coordinate educational programs to benefit area students. The New Jersey Jackals won the inaugural County Executives' Cup in 2011.
The Jackals have also had rivalries in the past, notably between the Quebec Capitales and the Winnipeg Goldeyes, of the American Association. The Jackals defeated the Goldeyes in the 2001 and 2002 championship (winners of the East and Central). The Jackals won both Northern League championships series 3–1. The rivalry between the leagues, rematches, and off-field incidents led to the formation of this feud. Since their inception, Quebec and New Jersey have played in the same league. Both teams have won four league championships. In 2011, the Capitales defeated the Jackals three games to one in the championship series.
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