Desert League
The Desert League of Professional Baseball was an independent baseball league that began in 2016.[1] The league played an eight-week season. Unlike other independent leagues, it featured a winter schedule playing games from January through March.
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| Sport | Baseball |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2016 |
| No. of teams | 4 |
| Country | United States |
| Official website | DesertLeague.com |
History
The Desert League aims to give a chance at exposure to undrafted and first-year players. The league features a 12-rookie roster requirement.
The league has four teams based in California and Arizona. Cañeros de Somerton are an affiliate of the Mexican Pacific League club Cañeros de Los Mochis.[2] After the 2016 season the Desert League saw over 70 players promoted.
The league canceled its 2018 season.
Teams
| Team | City | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial County Ghost Riders | Holtville, California & Calexico, California | Ralph Samaha Park & Rodriguez Park |
| Somerton Cañeros | Somerton, Arizona | Joe Munoz Field |
| Yuma Hammers | Yuma, Arizona | Ray Kroc Sports Complex |
| Yuma Maple Leafs | Yuma, Arizona | Ray Kroc Sports Complex |
References
- "DESERT LEAGUE NEWS". Indy Ball Island. 6 December 2016.
- "Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report". OurSports Central. 20 June 2016.
External links
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