Minor League History

Richmond 34 Legacy lives on with Flying Squirrels
This weekend, the Flying Squirrels will host their second annual celebration of the Richmond 34, a group of Black students whose nonviolent protest at a Virginia restaurant 62 years ago turned out to be key moment in the civil rights movement.
Allen endured more than fastballs in Minors
Prior to becoming one of the most feared sluggers in the Majors, Dick Allen had to blaze his own trail on the farm. Hitting the ball was never the issue, but the lessons he learned in the Jim Crow South stayed with him forever.
Blue Rocks strive to ensure Judy Johnson gets his due
Hall of Famer Judy Johnson -- one of baseball's greatest third basemen of all-time -- may fall under the radar of fans of the game, but Wilmington continues to do everything in its power to change that for one of Delaware's most notable native sons.
Cards' Redmond completes historical 'home run cycle'
Chandler Redmond achieved a feat that's happened [one other time](https://www.milb.com/news/horne-s-home-run-cycle-has-yet-to-be-replicated-303288138) in baseball's modern era. The Cards' prospect went deep four times -- a solo shot, two-run and three-run blast, and grand slam -- to complete a "home run cycle" for Springfield in August.
Express help unlock Austin Black Senators' history
In a tribute to Black baseball history in central Texas, Triple-A Round Rock honored the Austin Black Senators with a day of celebrations that built their connection with Huston-Tillotson University and helped fund the Willie Wells Memorial Scholarship.
Robinson's legacy enhanced by Brooklyn sculpture
Monument immortalizes famous moment between Jackie Robinson and Dodgers teammate Pee Wee Reese.More
Hall of Famers stood out in Minors first
The losses of Hall of Famers Lou Brock, Joe Morgan, Tom Seaver, Whitey Ford and Bob Gibson are reminders of their immortal greatness. But before they became legends for the ages, they were prospects in the Minors.
Ryan Express got rolling with legendary '66 season
Future Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan blew away hitters at an unprecedented rate in 1966 -- his first full pro season -- and tied the single-game Sally League strikeout record with 19 for Greenville on June 11.
Dalkowski was the original 'Wild Thing'
Former Orioles prospect Steve Dalkowski, the inspiration for the Nuke LaLoosh character, will forever be remembered for his blazing fastball, piling up eye-popping strikeout totals and nearly as many walks.

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Elway eyes the Bronx

Before he was the top overall selection in the 1983 NFL draft, John Elway was a 22-year-old starring in the outfield and at the plate in the New York-Penn League.

Tim Tebow in the Minors

Tim Tebow made the unlikely transition from NFL quarterback to professional baseball in 2016 when he signed a Minor League contract with the Mets. Look back at his journey through baseball.

The History & Function of Minor League Baseball

Learn all about the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues, now known as Minor League Baseball, from its inception more than a century ago to its mission statement, evolution and accomplishments over the years.

Minor League Presidents

From Patrick Powers to Pat O'Conner, get to know the 11 individuals who have held the title of President of Minor League Baseball from 1901 to the present day.

Awards

Each year, Minor League Baseball hands out a number of awards to standout teams and individuals -- including the John H. Johnson President's Award for the best franchise, the Rawlings Award for the outstanding woman executive and the King of Baseball for long-time dedication and service. View the complete list of all award winners over the years.

Top 100 Teams

Has there ever been a more dominant club than the 1934 Los Angeles Angels and their historic run through the Pacific Coast League? Minor League Baseball presents the best teams of the 20th century.

Hammer time: Aaron's MiLB career

Before he was an icon, before he established himself in the uppermost echelon of the game's greatest players, Hank Aaron was a skinny teenager from Mobile, Alabama, with Major League dreams.

'Big Joe' put up even bigger numbers

In 1954, Joe Bauman was a small-town guy playing for a small-town team. But that year he belted 72 home runs while batting .400/.535/.916 to cement his place in Minor League history.

Rickwood echoes a bygone era

Built in 1910, Rickwood Field is the oldest baseball stadium in the country. And it's being preserved through a unique partnership between the Birmingham Barons and Friends of Rickwood Field.

Baseball's longest game

The longest game in the history of professional baseball took place in 1981 between the Triple-A Rochester Red Wings and Pawtucket Red Sox -- a 33-inning marathon took more than eight hours over two different days to complete. Look back at this unique and highly celebrated event.

Michael Jordan in Birmingham

In February 1994, four months after the first of his three retirements from the NBA, Michael Jordan signed a Minor League contract with the White Sox. Look back on his season in the Double-A Southern League.

Remembering Robinson's '46 season

Before breaking the Major League color barrier in 1947, Hall of Famer Jackie Robinson led the Montreal Royals to the International League and Little World Series titles while hitting .349/.468/.462.