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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 12h

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Phoenix Senators. They played the Arizona-Texas League and Southwest Internation between 1947 and 1953. From 1954 to 1957 they were known as the Phoenix Stars.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Edmonton Eskimos of the Western Canada League. They played from 1909 to 1914 and again from 1920 to 1921. They name was revived in the Western International League in 1922 and again in 1953 and 1954.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Calgary Bronchos. They played in the Class D Western Canadian League in 1907, 1909 to 1914 and 1919 to 1921.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Fond du Lac Panthers who played in the Class D Wisconsin State League from 1940 to 1942 and then again from 1946 to 1953.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds. Our last history episode of season four is now available on all podcast platforms. On it, we cover the Illinois-Indiana-Iowa League team that played in Green Bay, WI from 1958 to 1960.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Jackson Generals of the Class D Kentucky-Illinois-Tennessee League. The team existed from 1935 to 1942 and again from 1950 to 1954.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Hey, My fellow Minor League Nerds. We have a new episode out tomorrow. Be sure to check out parts 1 & 2 of our look a the Class D Green Bay Dodgers. Here are some photos of the 1947 and 1948 teams.

A night view of Joannes Park, home of the Bluejays.

Players from the 1947 team showing off their awesome uniforms.

Players from the 1948 team sitting in the scoreboard.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Dublin Green Sox. They played in the Class D Georgia State League from 1949 to 1952. Between 1953 and 1956, they were known as the Dublin Irish.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is fifth incarnation of the Daytona Beach Islanders. They began playing in the Florida State League in 1985. Following the 1986 season they changed to the Admirals. In 1988, they became the St. Lucie Mets.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Daytona Beach Islanders. The name was used many times in the Florida State League. This cap was worn by the team that existed between 1936 and 1941.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds. Part Two of our look at the history of the Green Bay Bluejays, who played in the Class D Wisconsin State League, is now available on all podcast platforms.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Once again, we'd like to thank Ballpark Nation for a 2026 Dottie Award. It is greatly appreciated.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Twin Falls Cowboys. They were charter member of the Pioneer League in 1939. The league played through 1942, after which it shut down for the duration of World War II. They returned with the league in 1946 and played through the 1951 season.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds. Just a reminder that part 2 of our look at the Green Bay Bluejays will be out tomorrow. These aren't the best photos. But here's a look at the team's excellent 1940 uniforms. The player with the bat boy was Rudy Novak, the best player on the team in 1940.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Moultrie .22s who played in the Class D Georgia-Florida League in 1962 and 1963. We assume you can figure out who they were affiliated with.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds. Part 2 of our look at the Green Bay Bluejays of the Class D Wisconsin State League will be out on Friday. The team got it's name from their first manager Otto Bluege. Be sure to check out Part 1 to learn the team's history from 1940 to 1942.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Leaksville Triplets who played in the Carolina League between 1945 and 1946. Today they're listed as the Leaksville-Draper-Spray Triplets, though they never used that name.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Durham Bulls who played in the North Carolina State League between 1913 and 1917.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Bisbee-Douglas Copper Kings. They played in the Arizona-Texas League, the Southwest International League and the Arizona-Mexico League between 1949 and 1955.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds. Our newest Franchise History Series episode is now available on all podcast platforms. It is part one of a two part series looking at the history of the Green Bay Bluejays who played in the Class D Wisconsin State League.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Roswell Rockets. They played in the Longhorn League and the Southwestern League between 1949 and 1956.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds! We only have a few history episodes left this season. We are now looking for guests for season two of My Favorite Baseball Memory. If you're interested in appearing on an episode, send us a message at minorleaguenerd@gmail.com.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Rocky Mountain Vibes.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Grand Junction Jackalopes.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Pocatello Bannocks who played in the Pioneer League from 1953 to 1956.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Northern Colorado Owlz, for whom I don't have a cap.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds. Our newest Minor League Nerd Special Episode looks at the 1907 Maine State League. It's available on YouTube and all podcast platforms.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds! We have a new episode out tomorrow. Be sure to check out our last episode about the history of the Kissimmee Cobras if you haven't already.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Pine Bluff Judges of the Cotton States League. They began playing as the Pine Bluff Cardinals in 1948. They changed their name to the Judges in 1950, continuing to play in the league until it folded following the 1955 season.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Greensboro Patriots of the Piedmont League. They had two stints in the league. The first run lasted from 1920 to 1926. Their second run lasted from 1928 to 1934.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is an update to my Tacoma Rainiers collection. Recently I added the Tacoma Tigers, which they played as from 1980 to 1994.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the St. Cloud Rox. They played in the Northern League from 1946 to 1971, folding along with the league.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Joplin Miners of the Western Association. They played in the league on and off from 1905 through 1954. The last team played from 1946 to 1953. In 1954, they played as the Joplin Cardinals.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds. Our newest Franchise History Series episode covers the Kissimmee Cobras who played in the Florida State League from 1995 to 2000. It's available on all podcast platforms.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Dayton Ducks. They played in the Central League in 1932 and the Middle Atlantic League from 1933 to 1942. Their name was taken from team owner and manager Ducky Holmes. They played as the Wings in 1939 and 1940 when Holmes was not involved.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Green Bay Dodgers. They began playing in the Three-I League in 1958 as the Green Bay Bluejays. In 1960, they played as the Dodgers, folding after the season.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the first Durham Bulls team to play in the Carolina League. They were charter members of the league when it was formed in 1945, playing through the 1967 season.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds! This year's Curved Brim Media Meet Up was fantastic. We had a great time with everyone at the the Cedar Rapids Kernels, Quad Cities River Bandits and the Field of Dreams. Work has already begun on planning for next year. We hope to see you there.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Today's driving to Cedar Rapids franchise collection #capoftheday is the Cedar Rapids Bunnies. They played in the Mississippi Valley League from 1922 to 1932.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

For those who may be wondering. These are the Iowa Cubs caps I picked up.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Okay, my fellow Minor League Nerds. Which Iowa Cubs caps are your favorites?

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Today's driving to Des Moines franchise collection #capoftheday is the Des Moines Bruins. They played in the Western League from 1947 to 1958, moving over to the Three-I League from 1959 to 1961 where they played as the Demons before folding along with the league.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds. Our newest Minor League Nerd Special Episode is now available on all podcast platforms. On it, we look at the 1901 Virginia-North Carolina League season.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Columbia Comers of the South Atlantic League. They used the name in 1911 and 1912. Modern sources show them being called the Commies in 1911. But we couldn't find any use of the name in newspapers from the time.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Tampa Smokers. They played in the Florida International League from 1946 to 1954.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Trois-Rivières Renards (Foxes.) They began playing in the Québec Provincial League in 1940. In 1941 and '42 they played in the Canadian-American League, which shut down due to World War II.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Pawtucket Slaters. They played in the Class-B New England League from 1946 to 1949. They were the first professional team to play at McCoy Stadium, which at the time was called Pawtucket Stadium.

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Minor League Nerd @minorleaguenerd.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Today's franchise collection #capoftheday is the Nashua Dodgers. They played in the Class B New England League from 1946 to 1949. The 1946 team was the first integrated team in the US in the 20th century. We covered that team earlier this season. Be sure to check out the episode.

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