Katniss enjoying her trophy

 

Hall of Fame class of 2024

 With what has to be the most impressive class of talent since 1936, the Hall of Fame welcomes 8 players this year.

Over 19 seasons, Jake Cisco had 3001 hits, 549 home runs, and drove in 1801 runs. A left-handed swinger and right fielder, Jake rarely swung at a bad pitch. He had 6 seasons with more than 100 walks. In 2000 and 2001, he led the Florida Penguins to back to back world series appearances. In 2004, he won the triple crown with a .348 average, 42 homers, and 136 RBI. Jake played for the Florida Penguins, Hawaii Hounddogs, Baltimore Colts, and Mars Eyebiters.

Mighty Joe Young was born in the mountains of central Africa and raised by a human primatologist, Jill Young. As an infant gorilla, he discovered his love of baseball through his friend Bernie Carbo, and spent time in the dugout of the 1975 Boston Red Sox, learning how to catch from Carlton Fisk. This part of the story is mentioned in a book by Luis Tiant, Son of Havana. Joe Young was drafted first overall by the Las Vegas Gamblers. He hit .315 with 35 homeruns as a rookie and only got better from there. After 5 years he was traded to Baltimore, where he moved to first base. In 2009 he hit .351 with 55 homers and 153 RBI, good for a triple crown. Baltimore would win up to 106 games with Joe, but could never advance far in the playoffs. In 2011, Joe took his talents to South Beach in pursuit of a ring after manager RJ Duke guaranteed a championship and vowed to retire if he could not deliver. Joe hit .365 in his first season with the Stars, and they did indeed win the championship. Joe finished his career with 710 homers, 2101 RBI, a .322 average, and a .601 slugging percentage, the highest in league history. He was a 7 time MVP. In 2014, he won his second triple crown with a .351 average, 37 homers, and 120 RBI.

When it came to getting on base, Frank Lewis was the greatest ever. He had a .449 OBP over 18 years. Frank hit for average (.313), and drew a ton of walks with 13 seasons over 100 and a career high of 152. In addition, he was willing to take one for the team and was hit by 329 pitches. Frank won 2 MVP awards and was a 3 time world champion with the Utah Utes. After 2 years in Portland and 2 in Hollywood, Frank went to Utah where he played his last 14 seasons with manager Battletrap. Frank hit 434 homers, had 3000 hits, and scored 2016 runs. 

Roger Lewis won 297 games, 5th all-time, and struck out 4561 batters, second on the all-time list. Roger went 21-4 as a rookie, helping his team to a world series appearance. He played all 20 of his seasons with the Portland Decepticons. He was a 3 time 20 game winner. He struck out 300 batters in 2007 and 200 or more in 17 seasons. He was a 4-time Cy Young award winner and a world champion in 2004. In 2013 he threw a no-hitter against the St. Louis Robins. In the 2004 World Series, he shut out Boston in game one, allowing only one hit over 8 innings. He won his second start of that series in game 4, allowing 3 runs and striking out 8 over 7 2/3 innings. Roger swung the bat well for a pitcher, helping his cause with 31 career homers.

Adama Dunn hit 530 homeruns over 14 seasons. He hit 58 and drove in 151 for the 2007 Springfield Isotopes, winning the MVP award. After 6 seasons he joined the Louisville Sluggers. He hit another 55 homers in 2012. In 2014 he was traded late in the year to the Utah Utes, who won the World Series in 5 games over the Denver Rabbits. Dunn did not start in games 3-5 as the DH was not used in Denver, but in game 5 delivered a 2-run pinch hit double in the 6th inning to tie the game. Utah would end up winning the game by one run and clinching the series. After that season, Dunn returned to Louisville for his final 3 seasons. 

Over 17 seasons, all with the New York Cobra, Chad White had 2831 hits, 502 homers, and stole 426 bases. He was a 5 time world champion, rookie of the year in 2002, and MVP in 2009 and 2013. Chad was a 12-time gold glove winner in center field. He had tremendous range and one of the best outfield arms ever. Over his career he was 183 runs above average defensively, second among outfielders only to Peter Rabbitt. 

Paul White, the Big Show, hit 619 homers over 19 years. He played his best seasons with the Philadelphia Grays. In 2005 he hit 47 homers, and 49 in 2007. In 2010 helped the team to their only world championship. White homered in games 1 and 4 of that series. He had 100 or more RBI 7 times and 30 or more homers 13 times.

Yoda Skywalker played his entire career for the Hawaii Hounddogs. He was an all-around player in the mold of a Bobby Grich, Lou Whitaker, or Chase Utley. He had 2107 hits, 258 homers, and 197 stolen bases. He was a 3 time gold glove winner. His best season was 2011 when he hit .315 with 27 homers, 90 RBI, 200 hits, 47 doubles, and 31 steals. Hawaii however could never put the right supporting cast around him and only won 81 games that year.

The following players also received votes and will remain on the next ballot: Jason Baret, Prince Coleman, Gerald White, Rufus Anderson, Jaret Benser, Alex Maldonado, and Kenny Anderson Jr.

Manager changes

After a year where no managers were fired mid-season, 9 teams will have new leadership in the dugout next year.

Baltimore did not renew the contract of Jason Sorenson, even though he led the team to three straight winning seasons and two playoff appearances. They will turn the job over to Davey Rose, who had managed their AAA team for the last 10 years. Rose led that team to 8 consecutive first place finishes.

In Cleveland, Drew Marino's contract was not renewed, despite a turn around that led the team to the playoffs. Marino had lost over 100 games in each of his first two seasons. In 2024 the team shocked the world by leading the division for much of the year. They did slow down in the second half, lost the division to Toledo, and then lost the wild card round to Toledo. Cleveland finished the season with a 10-22 record in September and October. They will promote their AAA manager Ramon Bernal.

The Florida Penguins will search for a new manager after Gordon "Sting" Sumner retired. Sting previously managed the team in 1994, took 30 years off, and returned for one more year in 2024, finishing 76-86. He reportedly did not get along well with the team's other coaches.

Green Day fired manager Eric Rodriguez after his 4th season with the team. Three of the years ended up with losing records, however he did lead the team to their only world series appearance in 2022.

The Louisville Sluggers did not renew the contract of Walter Lewis. Lewis had managed the team for 11 seasons with a record of 845-937. Before a 73 win season in 2024, his team had winning records for the previous 5 years including a playoff run in 2020.

After 3 losing seasons in Mars, Denny Romero's contract was not renewed. He will be replaced by Kurt Rush, the former AAA skipper. Rush had managed the Syracuse team for 10 seasons with a .510 winning percentage.

The St. Louis Robins fired George Kird after missing the playoffs for the second year in a row. Kird had made the playoffs in his first two season with the team, after a 4-year run in New York where he won 3 world championships.

Toronto fired David Salazar after a 6 year runs with the team. They had a very disappointing 71-91 record in 2024.

Utah will seek a new manager as Battletrap announced his retirement. Battletrap managed Utah for 22 seasons, including 3 world championships. He previously managed the Portland Decepticons for 5 years. In his 27 year career Battletrap won 5 league pennants and 2311 games, against 2065 losses. He is second all-time in manager wins for this league. Only 5 MLB managers won more games than he did. Battletrap will likely join the Hall of Fame as soon as he is eligible.

Shockers seek new GM

 Jeffrey Lewis, the Shocker GM for the last several years, is stepping away from the post and will assume the new title of president of baseball operations.

"This isn't title inflation like most teams do, where I would be the top baseball decision maker and hire an assistant to call the GM. My only job going forward is to find the best baseball decision maker I can to run the Shockers. Once I do that, I will step aside and give the new hire full autonomy to bring a new championship to Los Angeles. I am happy to remain with the organization doing whatever Shockwave needs me to do, but my everyday duties will be less. I'm not a young jawa anymore."

World Series: Denver vs Boston

Game 1

Road Win Lifts Denver to 1-0 Lead

Carlos K Hernandez and the Denver Rabbits opened the Championship Series in brilliant fashion today, traveling to Boston and shutting out the host Beaneaters at Fenway Park 5-0 to secure an early 1-0 lead in the best-of-7 series. Hernandez, the Rabbits right-hander, threw 7.0 innings of shutout ball.

Hernandez gave Denver a solid start. The right-hander allowed no runs on 2 hits over 7 innings.

"It's a mindset," said Hernandez. "Just trying to do your job, trying to be consistent."

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Fenway Park in Boston.

Game 2

Walker, Rabbits Sink Beaneaters Again in Game 2

With right fielder Chris Walker leading the charge, the Denver Rabbits got a road win over the Boston Beaneaters, 7-5, in Game 2 of the Championship Series today. Walker went 1 for 5 with a home run, while adding 4 RBI and scoring once at Fenway Park to help Denver take a 2-0 lead in the best-of-7 series.

The Rabbits took a 7-2 lead in the top of the sixth inning. Facing Boston hurler Bruce Wright with two outs, Walker hit a grand slam home run.

"I just tried to see the ball and put a good swing on it," said Walker.

The next game is set to be played for Thursday, October 31st , 2024 at Mile Long Stadium in Denver.

Game 3

Home Loss Shrinks Rabbits Series Lead to 2-1

Behind a bravura effort from starter Ignacio Robles, the Boston Beaneaters topped the Denver Rabbits by the score of 7-3 today and got their first win in the 2024 Championship Series. Robles threw 7.2 innings allowing 2 runs for the Beaneaters. The win narrows Boston's deficit to 2-1.

Bernardo Pineda, the 24-year old left fielder , had a direct impact on the outcome. Pineda contributed a 2-run home run in the top of the second inning to put Boston up, 5-1.

Robles called the win the result of "everyone working in tandem."

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Mile Long Stadium in Denver.

Game 4

Almost There: Denver On Cusp of Championship Series Triumph After 4-2 Win

The Denver Rabbits defeated the Boston Beaneaters, 4-2 in Game 4 of the Championship Series today. A big contributor was second baseman Lee Thompson, who was 1-2 with a home run and a walk, while scoring 2 runs and driving in 2. The win moves Denver into a 3-1 lead in the series.

In the bottom of the third, Thompson had one of his most important at-bats: a 2-run home run off Cristobal Gonzalez that staked the Rabbits to a 2-0 lead.

Thompson attributed the win to "energy and focus on the part of everyone."

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Mile Long Stadium in Denver.

Game 5

Rabbits Triumph in 2024 Championship Series

With a 1-0 win over the Boston Beaneaters tonight at Mile Long Stadium, the Denver Rabbits wrapped up their 1st title in team history.

Denver left little doubt who was the better club. "Team" was the word of the day as the Rabbits celebrated the culmination of their banner year in the victors clubhouse following the game.

"Hitting, pitching, fielding; those are all things you need to win, but most importantly you need a team, a team that works together toward the same collective goal," said Denver manager Brian Woods. "Our players felt that way all year and they played that way. When one guy had an off day, 24 others stepped up their game and filled the void."

A jovial mood filled the air as Denver celebrated into the night. The city's mayor said parade plans were underway and a "huge celebration" in the works.

"We're going to celebrate our team, our championship Denver Rabbits," the mayor said.

The champions completed the regular season with a first-place finish in the Major Conference Central Division and a 97-65 record.

2024 World Series

 The series will begin tonight in Fenway Park. 

The visiting Rabbits are heading to their 6th World Series. They won in 2012 against the Utah Utes. They lost the series in 1991, 1994, 2011, and 2014.

The Boston Beaneaters will head to only their second World Series. Twenty years ago they played the Portland Decepticons and lost 4 games to 2.

Boston is missing one of their key batters, Manny Ortez, and also outfielder Erick Reinfelder. Their dominant pitching staff, however, is intact and ready to go. The Rabbits for the most part have a healthy lineup and bullpen, however their starting pitchers can't take another setback. Clayton Lewis and Jerry Annett were both injured in games 5 and 6 of the previous series and will not be available. Don Barnard suffered an elbow injury late in the season and will miss all of next year after undergoing Tommy John surgery.

That leaves the Rabbits with one guy who has been in the rotation throughout the regular and postseason: Carlos Hernandez, who will pitch game one. Dennis Bellew, who started for most of the year and pitched in long relief, will get the game two nod. For game 3 the Rabbits will gamble big and activate Pat Evans. Evans has not pitched since May 3rd and had no time to build up through a rehab assignment. Game 4 will go to Jeffrey Curry, who pitched well over the last month but missed the entire 2023 season and much of 2024 to injury.

SLCS: Las Vegas vs Boston

Game 1

Road Win Lifts Las Vegas to 1-0 Lead in R3

The Las Vegas Gamblers powered past the hometown Boston Beaneaters, 3-1, in the opener of the League Series at Fenway Park today. Las Vegas starting pitcher Ben Angus threw 5.2 innings allowing 1 runs, to lead the charge. The Gamblers now lead the series 1-0.

Las Vegas relied on the hitting of Yoon-tae Kim to pick up the win. The third baseman clubbed a run-scoring single in the top of the seventh inning to put the Gamblers on top, 2-1. For the game, Kim had 1 home run and 1 single in 4 at-bats.

"We played a good game and came out on top," said Kim.

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Fenway Park in Boston.

Game 2

Raucous Fenway Park Crowd Propels Beaneaters to 3-1 Victory; Series Tied at 1

The Boston Beaneaters topped the Las Vegas Gamblers by the score of 3-1 and moved into a 1-1 tie in the League Series today. The largest share of the credit belongs to Boston starter Ignacio Robles, who threw 7.0 innings of 4-hit ball in the win.

Robles, who was born in Guayanilla, Puerto Rico, threw 93 pitches over 7 innings, while allowing 1 run.

"Feels good to get the job done," Robles said after the game.

Game 3 is scheduled for Monday at Gambler Field in Las Vegas.

Game 3

Pimentel Blasts Gamblers, Beaneaters Take Game 3, 8-3

Riding the 4-hit performance of designated hitter Ramon Pimentel, the Boston Beaneaters got a road win against the Las Vegas Gamblers, 8-3, in Game 3 of the League Series today. Pimentel was 4 for 5 with 2 home runs and 2 singles, while scoring 3 and driving in 3 for the Beaneaters, who now lead the best-of-7 series, 2 games to 1.

Boston used a well-timed hit by Lonnie Ritson to capture the win. The third baseman socked a 2-run double in the top of the fourth inning to put the Beaneaters ahead, 3-0. Though it was his only hit in 4 at-bats, it was important.

"Every team in baseball loses," Gamblers manager Ray Brooks said. "We're in the playoffs and we still have the same guys that got us here. We'll bounce back."

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Gambler Field in Las Vegas.

Game 4

Gamblers Clip Beaneaters 6-5 in R3 Contest

Handed an opportunity to take a commanding lead in the League Series, the Boston Beaneaters could not close the deal.

Game 4 went into extra frames and the Las Vegas Gamblers emerged victorious, earning a 10-inning, 6-5 win. Boston second baseman Alex Guerrero was terrific in the loss. He was 2-3 with a home run, while adding 4 RBI and scoring once at Gambler Field today but could not prevent the Gamblers from clawing their way back to parity. The clubs are now tied 2-2 in the best-of-7 series.

Las Vegas won the game in the bottom of the tenth inning. With two outs and Scot Johnson on the mound for Boston, shortstop Albert Carrillo hit a dramatic solo home run, bringing Gamblers fans to their feet.

"What a great win for our team," said a jubilant Ray Brooks, the Las Vegas manager.

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Gambler Field in Las Vegas.

Game 5

Host Gamblers Drop Pivotal Game 5, Now Trail Series 3-2

The Boston Beaneaters went into extra innings against the Las Vegas Gamblers but ultimately moved to within one game of the Championship Series today.

The Beaneaters downed the Gamblers at Gambler Field by a score of 4-3. Even as his squad took the loss, Las Vegas left-hander Ben Angus threw 6.0 innings of 3-hit ball. The win gives the Beaneaters a 3-2 advantage in the best-of-7 League Series.

Boston used a clutch hit from Ezra Sullivan to get the win. The third baseman drilled a solo home run in the top of the 14th inning to put the Beaneaters ahead, 4-3. It was his only hit in 3 at-bats, but it was a game-changer.

"We did enough to win," said Sullivan.

The next game is set to be played for Friday, October 25th, 2024 at Fenway Park in Boston.

Game 6

Beaneaters Advance to Championship Series

Boston Beaneaters fans are rejoicing after a 7-2 win at Fenway Park has propelled the club to a 4-2 League Series victory over the Las Vegas Gamblers.

With the win, the club advanced on to the Championship Series.

"Total team effort, that's the only way we get it done in this one," said Boston left fielder Ramon Pimentel, who was named series MVP.

The Boston Beaneaters don't know who they will face in the next round. They will play the winner of the Denver Rabbits - Bay Area Bandits series. Denver leads the series 3 games to 2. The Championship Series schedule will be announced after the League Series finishes.

MLCS: Denver vs Bay Area

Game 1

Bandits Top Rabbits 6-2 to Begin R3

The Bay Area Bandits powered past the hometown Denver Rabbits, 6-2, in the opener of the League Series at Mile Long Stadium today. Bay Area starting pitcher Anthony Henderson threw 7.0 innings of 4-hit ball, to lead the charge. The Bandits now lead the series 1-0.

Henderson was in the zone all game. He frustrated Denver hitters while giving the Bandits 7 innings of quality work. Henderson threw 108 pitches, allowing 4 hits and getting 12 punchouts.

Henderson told a Bay Area Daily reporter that he was "gratified" with the win.

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Mile Long Stadium in Denver.

Game 2

Rabbits Clip Bandits 7-6 in R3 Contest

In a crucial game, the Denver Rabbits put on their best show, beating the Bay Area Bandits by a final score of 7-6 today. Miguel Cruz went 4 for 4 with a home run, 3 singles, and a walk. Denver and Bay Area are now tied at 1 wins apiece in the best-of-7 affair.

Michael Stewart, who finished 5th in the MC in stolen bases with 36 in 2024, aided the Denver cause with a solo home run in the bottom of the seventh. For the game, the left fielder was 2 for 4 with 2 home runs.

"You know, at the end of the day, it's about who scores the most runs," said Denver manager Brian Woods.

The next game is set to be played for Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 at Bandits Park in San Francisco.

Game 3

Road Win Lifts Denver to 2-1 Lead in R3

With starter Carlos K Hernandez leading the charge, the Denver Rabbits defeated the Bay Area Bandits, 7-2, in Game 3 of the League Series today. The right-hander threw 6.0 innings of shutout ball at Bandits Park to help Denver take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-7 series.

Denver used the bat of Michael Stewart to get the win. The left fielder hammered a grand slam home run in the top of the fourth inning to put the Rabbits ahead, 4-0. It was his lone hit in 4 at-bats, but it did its damage.

"We'll enjoy this win," said Hernandez. "But there's more we hope to accomplish."

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Bandits Park in San Francisco.

Game 4

Raucous Bandits Park Crowd Propels Bandits to 8-5 Victory; Series Tied at 2

In a crucial game, the Bay Area Bandits put on their best show, beating the Denver Rabbits by a final score of 8-5 today. Tomas Colon came in in relief and pitched to 20 batters. Bay Area and Denver are now tied at 2 wins apiece in the best-of-7 affair.

Eugene Wheeler hit a bases-clearing triple off Chris Townsend in the bottom of the fourth, which put the Bandits in front, 7-5. In addition to the triple, Wheeler had 1 single and 1 walk, while going 2 for 3.

"Our guys are never satisfied," said Bay Area manager Nomad Garciajawa.

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Bandits Park in San Francisco.

Game 5

Smith Blasts Bandits, Rabbits Take Game 5, 5-4

Denver Rabbits designated hitter Katniss Smith was the difference-maker at Bandits Park today, as she led her club to victory in a pivotal Game 5 of the League Series. The Rabbits took the 5-4 win over the Bay Area Bandits to seize a 3-2 lead in the best-of-7 series.

Denver used a timely hit from Michael Stewart to get the win. The left fielder stroked a run-scoring double in the top of the seventh inning to put the Rabbits ahead, 4-3. It was his only hit in 4 at-bats, but it made an impact.

"It was a solid team effort," meowed Smith after the game.

The next game is set to be played for Saturday, October 26th, 2024 at Mile Long Stadium in Denver.

Game 6

Rabbits Win League Series

Michael Stewart wore out opposing pitchers en route to being named League Series MVP.

The star's Denver Rabbits defeated the Bay Area Bandits by a series score of 4-2 to advance to the Championship Series.

Denver won the final game by a 3-1 count in front of a raucous crowd at Mile Long Stadium. Stewart contributed to all 3 runs. In the 5th inning he drew a leadoff walk, stole 2 bases, and came home on a sacrifice fly. In the 7th he belted a 2 run homer.

Stewart hit .318 with a .348 on-base percentage in the series, while also adding 4 home runs, driving in 10 RBI and scoring 7 runs.

"Just trying to do my job, that's all there is too it," said Stewart.

The Denver Rabbits will play against the Boston Beaneaters in the next round. Boston won their series against the Las Vegas Gamblers 4 games to 2. The Championship Series schedule will be announced after the League Series finishes.

SLDS: Boston vs Utah

Game 1

Division Series Game 1 Victory for Moody and Boston

The Boston Beaneaters powered past the visiting Utah Utes, 3-1, in the opener of the Division Series at Fenway Park today. Boston starting pitcher Larry Moody threw 7.0 innings of 5-hit ball, to lead the charge. The Beaneaters now lead the series 1-0.

Bernardo Pineda aided the Boston cause with a run-scoring single in the bottom of the fifth. For the game, the right fielder went 3 for 4 with 3 singles.

"Larry was throwing strikes, locating well," said Boston manager Mario Pujols.

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Fenway Park in Boston.

Game 2

Boston Tops Utah Again, 6-4

The Boston Beaneaters moved to within one game of the League Series today, downing the visiting Utah Utes at Fenway Park by a score of 6-4. Beaneaters right-hander Jeremy Byers had a strong outing in which he threw 7.0 innings of 3-hit ball. The win gives the Beaneaters a 2-0 advantage in the best-of-5 Division Series.

Tom Chaisson, who finished 5th in the MC in on-base percentage with .370 in 2022, aided the Boston cause with a run-scoring single in the bottom of the third. For the game, the catcher was 1 for 4 with a walk.

"There's nothing like the postseason," said Byers, "to ramp up the pressure."

The next game is set to be played for Monday, October 14th , 2024 at Popcorn Dome in Salt Lake City.

Game 3

Utah Breaks Through for First Win in Division Series; Now Trails 2-1

The Utah Utes have closed some of the gap between themselves and the series-leading Boston Beaneaters, winning 4-1 at Popcorn Dome today. Utes left-hander Fernando Hernandez Jr. threw 5.1 innings allowing 1 runs. The win cuts the deficit facing the Utes to 2-1 in the best-of-5 Division Series.

In the 6th inning, with one out and the bases loaded and Boston leading 1-0, Utah brought on closer Carlos Cordero. He stranded the 3 runners and pitched scoreless ball in the 7th and 8th innings, allowing his team to come back and earn the win.

In the bottom of the seventh, Utah right fielder Ben Jones hit a run-scoring double to center field. The clutch hit made it, 2-1, Utes.

"I really like what we did out there today," Jones said after the game.

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Popcorn Dome in Salt Lake City.

Game 4

Utes Clip Beaneaters 3-2 in R2 Contest

In a crucial game, the Utah Utes put on their best show, beating the Boston Beaneaters by a final score of 3-2 today. Cristobal Gonzalez threw 7.0 innings of 4-hit ball. Utah and Boston are now tied at 2 wins apiece in the best-of-5 affair.

The clutch at-bat came in the bottom of the ninth inning, when Connor Smallwood led off the inning with a triple. One out later, Utah pinch hitter Gilberto Castaneda, facing Mark Hunter, had a run-scoring sacrifice fly. It gave the Utes the 3-2 win.

"We made a couple of mistakes," said Boston skipper Mario Pujols, "and it cost us."

Game 5 is scheduled for Thursday at Fenway Park in Boston.

Game 5

Beaneaters Prevail, as Division Series Goes to the Wire

Major Superior League fans were certainly not disappointed with this Superior Conference Division Series.

The two teams were evenly matched and the series went to the final game, with the Boston Beaneaters prevailing over the Utah Utes to advance to the League Series.

Boston won the final game by a score of 3-2 at Fenway Park and that sealed the series 3-2.

"Things were tense in our clubhouse and dugout before and during this game, but we can let loose a bit now -- the hard work is over, for now," said left fielder Ramon Pimentel, who earned MVP honors.

For the series, Pimentel hit .375 with a .524 on-base percentage. He had 2 home runs, 4 RBI and scored 4 runs.

The Boston Beaneaters will play against the Las Vegas Gamblers in the next round. Las Vegas won their series against the Toledo Mud Hens 3 games to 0. The League Series schedule will be announced after the Division Series finishes.

MLDS: Denver vs Hollywood

Game 1

Rabbits Rally Past B's to Claim 1-0 Series Lead

The Denver Rabbits took the first game of the Division Series in dramatic fashion today, topping the Hollywood B's in a ninth-inning, walk-off, 4-3 win. B's right-hander Fozzy Wacha was impressive in the loss. He threw 7.0 innings of 2-hit ball.

Trailing by 2 runs in the bottom 9th and facing Hollywood's closer Joe Pinches, the Rabbits staged a comeback. Jerry Godwin homered. George Sheppard singled. Michael Stewart hit a double into the left field gap, and Sheppard was able to score and tie the game.

Chris Walker was the walk-off hero for Denver. With the game tied in the bottom of the ninth inning, the Rabbits right fielder hit a dramatic run-scoring single to send the teams home.

"This place was rocking at the end," Walker said.

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Mile Long Stadium in Denver.

Game 2

Denver Tops Hollywood Again, 8-6

The Denver Rabbits moved to within one game of the League Series today, downing the visiting Hollywood B's at Mile Long Stadium by a score of 8-6. Rabbits left-hander Jerry Annett had a strong outing in which he threw 5.0 innings of 2-hit ball. The win gives the Rabbits a 2-0 advantage in the best-of-5 Division Series.

In the bottom of the fifth, Denver center fielder Jimmy Thomas had a productive at-bat. With runners on 1st and 3rd and two out, Thomas stroked a run-scoring single to right-center. It made the score 2-1, Denver. For the game, he was 2-4 with a double. He scored 2 times.

Denver took an 8-1 lead into the 9th and hold on despite allowing 3 homeruns and 5 runs in the last inning.

"We maximized our offense today," said Denver skipper Brian Woods. "That makes everyone's life easier."

Game 3 is scheduled for Tuesday at Bee Hive in Los Angeles.

Game 3

Rabbits Cruise to League Series with Sweep

The Denver Rabbits appear poised to make a serious run at the Championship Series after a convincing sweep over the Hollywood B's in the Division Series.

It's now on to the League Series for Denver, who won the final game 6-4 and took the series 3-0.

"Everyone's doing their part and things are falling into place," said Denver first baseman Jerry Godwin, who was named series MVP. "It feels like a special year."

For the series, Godwin hit .500 with a .538 on-base percentage. He had 2 home runs, drove in 8 RBI and scored 3 runs.

The Denver Rabbits don't know who they will face in the next round. They will play the winner of the Hawaii Hounddogs - Bay Area Bandits series. That series is tied at 1 game each. The League Series schedule will be announced after the Division Series finishes.

MLDS: Hawaii vs Bay Area

Game 1

Road Win Lifts Hawaii to 1-0 Lead in R2

The Hawaii Hounddogs started the Division Series in style today, winning on the road against the Bay Area Bandits at Bandits Park by a score of 5-3 to take an early 1-0 lead in the best-of-5 series. Hounddogs second baseman Johnathan McGee excelled. He was 3 for 4 with a double, 2 singles, and a walk.

Hawaii used a well-timed hit by Javier Colomo to capture the win. The catcher socked a run-scoring double in the top of the sixth inning to put the Hounddogs ahead, 4-2. Though it was his only hit in 4 at-bats, it was important.

McGee called the win "a collective effort."

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Bandits Park in San Francisco.

Game 2

The Bay Area Bandits defeated the Hawaii Hounddogs, 2-1 in Game 2 of the Division Series today. Doing his part was starter Aaron Webb, who threw 6.1 innings of 2-hit ball. The win moves Bay Area into a 1-1 tie with Hawaii in the series.

Webb allowed 1 run on 2 hits over 6.1 innings for the Bandits. He walked 2 and struck out 7.

"We'll savor this win," Webb told the Bay Area Daily, "then get ready for the next game."

The next game is set to be played for Tuesday, October 15th , 2024 at Graceland Park in Honolulu.

Game 3

Wheeler Blasts Hounddogs, Bandits Take Game 3, 9-8

The Bay Area Bandits moved to within one game of the League Series today, downing the Hawaii Hounddogs on the road at Graceland Park by a score of 9-8. Bandits second baseman Eugene Wheeler was 3-5 with a home run and 2 singles. He scored 2 times and drove in 3. The win gives the Bandits a 2-1 advantage in the best-of-5 Division Series.

Bay Area used the bat of Cole Werner to get the win. The right fielder hammered a 3-run home run in the top of the fifth inning to put the Bandits ahead, 5-2. It was his lone hit in 5 at-bats, but it did its damage.

"Nice win for us," said Wheeler. "Now we'll go after the next one."

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Graceland Park in Honolulu.

Game 4

The Bay Area Bandits will continue the trek towards a Championship Series title, while the Hawaii Hounddogs are headed home for the season.

Bay Area won the Division Series with a clinching game 7-3 victory at Graceland Park, concluding the series at 3-1.

"We didn't want this thing to go any further, that's for sure," Eugene Wheeler said after officially being named series MVP.

He turned in a dominant offensive performance to win the award, with a .471 batting average, .526 on-base percentage, 2 home runs, 4 RBI and 3 runs scored.

The Bay Area Bandits will play against the Denver Rabbits in the next round. Denver won their series against the Hollywood B's 3 games to 0. The League Series schedule will be announced after the Division Series finishes. 

SLDS: Las Vegas vs Toledo

Game 1

Gamblers Top Mud Hens 8-5 to Begin R2

The Las Vegas Gamblers faced a tough opponent in Toledo Mud Hens third baseman Jorge Hernandez, but did just enough to pull out a win in Game 1 of the Division Series, which they now lead 1-0. The Gamblers won 8-5 at Gambler Field, despite the efforts of Hernandez, who was 1-3 with a home run and a walk, while adding 4 RBI and scoring once.

Albert Carrillo dealt the Mud Hens a blow in the bottom of the second. Batting with runners on 1st and 2nd and Las Vegas leading 1-0, Carrillo hit a 1-2 splitter for a 2-run triple.

"I just tried to make good contact," said Carrillo.

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Gambler Field in Las Vegas.

Game 2

Las Vegas Wins Again, 3-1

The Las Vegas Gamblers moved to within one game of the League Series today, downing the visiting Toledo Mud Hens at Gambler Field by a score of 3-1. Gamblers right-hander Shawn Finley had a strong outing in which he threw 7.2 innings of 4-hit ball. The win gives the Gamblers a 2-0 advantage in the best-of-5 Division Series.

Finley delivered a quality start for Las Vegas. The 6' 2" right-hander allowed 1 earned run on 4 hits over 7.2 innings of work.

"We're happy," Finley told reporters after the win. "When you're in the playoffs, you've got to treat every game like it could be your last."

The next game is set to be played for Monday, October 14th , 2024 at Toledo Ballpark in Toledo.

Game 3

Gamblers Move on to League Series

The Las Vegas Gamblers made it look easy and are heading to the League Series.

They have ousted the Toledo Mud Hens in a sweep, the final win coming by a 6-3 score, clinching the 3-0 series win.

"Everything's clicking for us right now," said Ken Sanders, who was named MVP for the series.

Sanders hit .385 with a .429 on-base percentage. He added 1 home runs, drove in 3 RBI and scored 5 runs.

The Las Vegas Gamblers don't know who they will face in the next round. They will play the winner of the Boston Beaneaters - Utah Utes series. Boston leads the series 2 games to 1. The League Series schedule will be announced after the Division Series finishes. 

Wild Card Series: Toledo vs Cleveland

Game 1

Lambert Blasts Spiders, Mud Hens Take Game 1, 6-3

With catcher Paul Lambert leading the charge, the Toledo Mud Hens got a road win over the Cleveland Spiders, 6-3, in Game 1 of the Wildcard Series today. Lambert was 4-4 with a home run, a double, and 2 singles, while adding 4 RBI and scoring once at Cleveland Grounds to help Toledo take a 1-0 lead in the best-of-3 series.

The Mud Hens took a 6-2 lead in the top of the third inning. Facing Cleveland hurler Tim Goff with two outs, Lambert hit a 2-run double.

Lambert attributed the win to his team's "hyper resolve."

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Toledo Ballpark in Toledo.

Game 2

Mud Hens Heading to Division Series

It was a sweet sweep for the Toledo Mud Hens as they eased past the Cleveland Spiders to advance to the Division Series.

Toledo won the final game by a 3-1 count and the series 2-0.

"We're just fortunate to get through it quickly and be able to rest up for the next series," said Paul Lambert, who was named series MVP.

For the series, Lambert hit .857 with a .750 on-base percentage. He had 1 home runs, drove in 5 RBI and scored 2 runs.

The Toledo Mud Hens will play against the Las Vegas Gamblers in the next round. Las Vegas had a bye in the Wildcard Series. The Division Series schedule will be announced after the Wildcard Series finishes.

Wild Card Series: Utah vs Baltimore

 Game 1

Utes Edge Colts 3-2 to Open R1

The Utah Utes faced a tough opponent in Baltimore Colts pitcher Roberto Dominguez, but did just enough to pull out a win in Game 1 of the Wildcard Series, which they now lead 1-0. The Utes won 3-2 at Popcorn Dome, despite the Colts getting a strong start from left-hander Dominguez, who went 7 innings and allowed 3 runs.

Utah took a 3-2 lead in the bottom of the eighth inning. With no one out, second baseman Zeus Zygyk hit a solo home run that set the crowd abuzz.

"We're one game closer to our goal," Utah manager Battle Trap said later. "It isn't any more complicated than that."

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Ballpark of Baltimore in Baltimore.

Game 2

Utes Move on to Division Series

The Utah Utes outclassed the Baltimore Colts in all facets of the game throughout the SC Wildcard Series.

The end result was a Utah series sweep to advance to the Division Series, capped off by a 6-0 win in the final game.

"We're a bit surprised it's over in a sweep, to be honest with you," said right fielder Aster Smith, who hit .667 in the series.

Smith's standout effort garnered her MVP honors. She also put up a .667 on-base percentage and had 1 home run, drove in 1 RBI and scored 1 runs. She also stole 3 bases.

The Utah Utes will play against the Boston Beaneaters in the next round. Boston had a bye in the Wildcard Series. The Division Series schedule will be announced after the Wildcard Series finishes.

Wild card series: New York vs Hawaii

Game 1

Wildcard Series Game 1 Victory for Sasaki and Hawaii

The Hawaii Hounddogs powered past the visiting New York Cobra, 4-2, in the opener of the Wildcard Series at Graceland Park today. Hawaii starting pitcher Loki Sasaki threw 7.0 innings allowing 1 runs, to lead the charge. The Hounddogs now lead the series 1-0.

Juan Carlos Baez had a critical at-bat with two out in the bottom of the sixth for Hawaii. He came through with a 2-run home run to put Hawaii in front, 4-1.

"It feels good, just a great win all around," Baez said after the game.

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Cobra Stadium in New York.

Game 2

Hounddogs Move on to Division Series

The Hawaii Hounddogs outclassed the New York Cobra in all facets of the game throughout the MC Wildcard Series.

The end result was a Hawaii series sweep to advance to the Division Series, capped off by a 8-6 win in the final game.

"We're a bit surprised it's over in a sweep, to be honest with you," said third baseman Juan Carlos Baez, who hit .286 in the series.

Baez's standout effort garnered him MVP honors. He also put up a .250 on-base percentage and had 2 home runs, drove in 4 RBI and scored 2 runs.

The Hawaii Hounddogs will play against the Bay Area Bandits in the next round. Bay Area had a bye in the Wildcard Series. The Division Series schedule will be announced after the Wildcard Series finishes.

Wild Card Series: Hollywood vs Philadelphia

Game 1

B's Edge Grays 5-4 to Open R1

The Hollywood B's faced a tough opponent in Philadelphia Grays pitcher Tom Weaver, but did just enough to pull out a win in Game 1 of the Wildcard Series, which they now lead 1-0. The B's won 5-4 at Ballpark of Philadelphia, despite the Grays getting a strong start from right-hander Weaver, who went 7 innings and allowed 2 runs.

Hollywood used a clutch hit from Will Daugherty to get the win. The shortstop drilled a 3-run home run in the top of the eighth inning to put the B's ahead, 5-2. It was his only hit in 4 at-bats, but it was a game-changer.

"I just tried to make good contact," said Daugherty.

The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Bee Hive in Los Angeles.

Game 2

B's Win Wildcard Series

The Hollywood B's have swept the Philadelphia Grays and are on to the Division Series. Hollywood won 11-3 today at Bee Hive to clinch the Wildcard Series.

"We're happy to have put the dagger in when we had the chance," said Hollywood right fielder Cesar Corona, who was named MVP for the series. "It could have been a tough series to finish if we let them start winning."

Corona won the award with a .429 batting average and a .556 on-base percentage. He had 2 home runs, drove in 4 RBI and scored 3 runs.

The Hollywood B's will play against the Denver Rabbits in the next round. Denver had a bye in the Wildcard Series. The Division Series schedule will be announced after the Wildcard Series finishes.

2024 Season Highlights

 In the Superior League Boston and Las Vegas earn first round byes. Cleveland will play Toledo, and Utah will play Baltimore in the wild card round.

In the Major League Denver and Bay Area get the byes, New York will play Hawaii in the Wellington Gehrig Bear Classic, and Hollywood will play Philadelphia.

Two pitchers on opposite ends of their careers thew no-hitters.

Stephen Hamburg, 36, no-hit Detroit, walking 2 and strikeout out 11. Joe Hill, 24 and in his first full season, no-hit Las Vegas. He walked 2 and struck out 9.

During a 5 hit game against Utah, Wellington Bear hit his 500th career homer.

Miguel Tejawa and Bobby Barrios reached the 3000 hit level.

John Branton hit 60 homers in his first full season. He had a pair of 3-homer games.

Anthony Henderson went 16-9, led the league with a 2.35 ERA, and struck out 293. He is the favorite to win the Roger Chillingworth award, which would make it three in a row for him.

Aster hits 30 homers and steals 104 bases, the first player to reach the 30/100 level in baseball history. She stole more bases than any cat ever. The previous record for most homers by someone with 100 steals was 23, by Aruba Skywalker in 1986. Aruba now owns the team with the best record in 2024, the Boston Beaneaters.