About the League

1988 – ORIOLES

The BAMSBL’s inaugural season saw a very strong Orioles team capture the league’s first flag. The Orioles knocked off a stubborn Indians team in the American League Championship game with a clutch late inning home run by Phil Federico (Hall of Fame). The Orioles then proceeded to oust the Cardinals in the World Series. Over the course of time team leader Dean Asimos (Hall of Fame) would prove to be the most resilient of all players/managers as his Orioles would have to wait another 15 years before they won their second World Series championship in 2003!

Besides Asimos and Federico, other key players on this team were Craig McKee-Parks (Hall of Fame), B.J. Strickland (Hall of Fame) and Eric Clayton (Hall of Fame).

1989 – RED SOX (17-3)

While in Arizona in 1988 for the first annual World Series tournament, Rob Goldstein (Hall of Fame) at the time with the Yankees, and Pat Carroll (Hall of Fame) at the time with the Indians, though scoffed at by some other members of the tournament team, vowed to put together the next year’s BAMSBL league championship team. By accumulating eight (including themselves) players from their hometown South San Francisco, childhood friends since the 1960s, they created a Red Sox team with a five player core of South City guys (Goldstein, Carroll, Gordon Miller – Hall of Fame, Barry Rozzi – Hall of Fame and Paul Bachtold – possible future Hall of Famer) that over the next 8 years through 1996 would go on to claim 6 A.L. East Division Titles, 4 A.L. Flags and 3 World Series Championships. The team also became the first AAA team to win three World Series Titles as well as the first AAA team to win Back-to-Back Championships, thus establishing the Red Sox as the first true extended dynasty in the BAMSBL’s AAA League!

After disposing of the Orioles and the Twins in the A.L. play-offs the Red Sox swept the Cardinals in the World Series. 1989’s champions were led by the dominating pitching of ex-major leaguer Herman Segelke, arguably the most feared and intimidating pitcher in the history of the BAMSBL (13-0 with 169 K’s and a 1.23 ERA in 102 2/3 innings pitched). Leading hitters were Bachtold (.486, 35 hits and 3 HRs), Carroll (.456, 36 hits, 2 HRs and 38 RBIs), Goldstein (.449, 35 hits, 3 HRs and 20 SB), Miller (.446, 37 hits, 4 HRs and 31 RBIs), Bob Bachtold (.418 and 28 hits) and Segelke (.387 and 4 HRs).

1990 – CARDINALS

The Cardinals, led by Dave Edson, Ronnie Ford and Jim Lowe defeated Mike Lyon’s (Hall of Fame) Twins in the World Series.

1991 – ASTROS

The Astros, led by Steve Schefsky (Hall of Fame), Mike Walsh and Charlie Wagner defeated the Twins in the World Series.

1992 – PIRATES

The Pirates, led by pitcher Dennis Keating and slugger Gary Zanino defeated the Red Sox in the World Series.

1993 – PHILLIES

The Phillies, led by star pitcher Tom Arrington (future major league replacement player during the strike), catcher Tony Gerales and Ronnie Ford defeated a great Rangers team that included Steve Schefsky (Hall of Fame), catcher Chuck Caruso (Hall of Fame) and Rudy Arroyo (ex-major leaguer).

1994 – PIRATES

Led by pitcher Jeff Kramer, the Pirates won their second World Series Championship in three years by downing the Blue Jays. The Blue Jays were led by overpowering pitcher Chris Willshire (Hall of Fame and future major league replacement player during the strike). This series included a game played at the Oakland Coliseum.

1995 – RED SOX (19-3)

The Red Sox won their second World Series Title by sweeping the Phillies. Pat Carroll (Hall of Fame and Cy Young Award) was the leading pitcher (16-0 with over 130 innings pitched). Stand out offensive performances were turned in by Danny Lebron (.544, 31 hits, 4 HRs, 30 RBIs and a possible future Hall of Famer), Chuck Caruso (Hall of Fame, .489 and 3 HRs), Greg Hill (.435 and 27 hits), Barry Rozzi (Hall of Fame, .404 and 19 RBIs), Rob Goldstein (Hall of Fame, .365 and 3 HRs), Carroll (.361 and 17 RBIs) and Steve Schefsky (Hall of Fame and 3 HRs).

1996 – RED SOX (17-6)

The Red Sox repeated in 1996, taking 2 out of 3 from the Pirates in a series that would determine the first three-time champion in the BAMSBL AAA League. Pat Carroll (Hall of Fame, 10-3 with over 115 innings pitched) led the team in pitching. The hitting leaders were Rob Goldstein (Hall of Fame, MVP Award, .510, 25 hits and 5 HRs), Danny Lebron (.520, 26 hits, 6 HRs and 26 RBIs), Tim McKercher (.450, 27 hits and 17 RBIs), Barry Rozzi (Hall of Fame, .375, 24 hits and 1 HR), Carroll (.373, 22 hits and 1 HR), Steve Schefsky (Hall of Fame, .345 and 3 HRs) and John Selvitella (.362 and 1 HR).

1997 – BLUE JAYS

Chris Willshire (Hall of Fame) and the Blue Jays claim their first World Series Title.

1998 – BLUE JAYS

The Blue Jays repeat! Chris Willshire (Hall of Fame and Cy Young Award) led the way for the Blue Jays.

1999 – CUBS
2000 – PADRES
2001 – PADRES
2002 – PHILLIES

The Phillies win their first championship under manager Bill Magoolaghan as they knocked off the Orioles thanks to the solid hitting of CJ Martin, Jimmy Hemphill, Rick Russelle, Sean Lake and National League AAA MVP Jesse Irwin.

2003 – ORIOLES

The Orioles ended a 15 year drought by winning their second BAMSBL 28+ World Series , 7-5, over the defending Champion Phillies at Alberts Park in San Rafael.

In a well played, tense game, the Orioles rallied for two runs in the bottom of the 8th to defeat the Phillies. There were five lead changes throughout the game with the Orioles ending up on top thanks to great pitching performances by Orioles starting pitcher Darren Rodriguez and reliever Steve Moore.

The Orioles took the lead for good in the bottom of the 8th with the bases loaded and 2B Alan Maciel at the plate. Maciel, as he has done all year in the clutch, laced a line shot single down the left field line to drive in the two go ahead runs which proved to be the game winning hit.

Steve Moore pitched out of trouble again in the ninth. After one was out, Will Brandenberger placed a perfect push bunt past Moore and Bill Magoolaghan followed with a line single to right to set up a potential Phillies rally. Moore got Jimmy Hemphill on a fielder’s choice and struck out Jesse Irwin on a called third strike. With the NL MVP and the league’s leading hitter at the plate in Dan Bright, the Phillies had one more chance to score. Moore was able to retire Bright on a fielder’s choice to SS Rick Bianchina, who stepped on second base for the final out and the Orioles had won the game and the series.

The Orioles returned most of their players from the 2002 roster with the invaluable additions of former Phillies OF Dave Aguero,2B Alan Maciel, formerly of the National League Champion Expos of 1998, and SS Rick Bianchina of the 2001 BAMSBL Champion Padres.

2004 – PHILLIES

The Phillies beat the Orioles for the 28+ Championship by scoring two runs in the bottom of the ninth for the victory in game #2. After the Phillies loaded the bases with one out, Sean Lake delivered a clutch single over the outstretched glove of the Orioles second baseman to score Jimmy Hemphill from third.

With the bases still loaded, Marty McHale battled at the plate, fouling off pitch after pitch until a change-up in the dirt rolled to the backstop and Jesse Irwin raced home from 3B with the winning run.

World Series MVP Jamie O’Neil pitched solidly and continued his torrid pace at the plate. Jimmy Hemphill had 4 hits and Sean Lake got the win after relieving 2004 Cy Young winner Jamie O’Neil in the 8th inning.

The Phillies’ Jon Rocklin took home the 28+ National League MVP honors, hitting .486 with a .618 OBA, 2 HRs and a league leading .838 Slugging PCT.

2005 – PHILLIES

Despite the absence of their spiritual leader Sean Lake who required season ending knee reconstruction surgery in a mid-season game, the Phillies battled all year and swept a hard-hitting Red Sox team in the 28+ World Series. Cy Young candidate Jamie O’Neil pitched two incredible games and helped himself by banging a home run in game #1. Jon Rocklin hit a towering HR over the 345 foot sign at SF State to lead the Phils over the Red Sox in game 2.

2006 – CARDINALS

Cards Win Championship behind Jeremy Advincula’s complete game victory (Line: 9 inn, 1 unearned run, 2 hits, 2 walks, 1 HBP & 8 Strike Outs).

Cardinals Hitting:
Brandon Harris 3 for 3, 2 Runs, 2 RBI’s, 1 2B & 1 SB
Jeremy Advincula 3 for 3, 2 RBI’s & 2 2B’s

John Sechler again pitched a gutty complete game performance giving up only 5 earned runs and stranding 7 Cardinal base runners.

2007 – CARDINALS

CARDINALS REPEAT AS CHAMPS!!

In an epic battle between two veteran MSBL teams a gritty Cardinals squad rallied to overcome a late 4 run deficit and prevail as champs in the 25+ Division. In a classic 3-game series that featured countless lead changes, umpire controversy, heated exchanges, and too many big plays on both sides to mention, it was ultimately the Cards who emerged victorious. Both teams had numerous contributors up and down their lineups as it was truly team efforts that made this series so exciting.

2008 – Indians

2009 – Red Sox

2010 – Brewers North

2011 – Kezar Brewers

2012 – Indians

2013 – Rays

2014 – Rays

2015 – Red Sox

2016 – Mariners

2017 – Mariners

1993 – ANGELS
1994 – ANGELS
1995 – SEALS
1996 – BEAVERS (16-6)

The Beavers came all the way from dead-last in 1995, first overcoming the Seals, whom they hadn’t beaten in a few years. The Seals took the first game of the semi-finals, but then the Beavers, under the leadership of new manager Bill Miller and inspired by rookie sensations Wes Thomas (MVP and Batting Title) and pitcher Eric Clayton finished off the Seals and then swept the mighty Monarchs in route to their first PCL crown. Thomas hit a home run in five of the six play-off games!

1997 – ANGELS
1998 – BEAVERS (20-1)

The Beavers went 16-0 in the regular season and then swept the Firebirds to advance to the PCL Finals. In the World Series they took two out of three against a tough Barons team to record their second PCL Championship.

Leading hitters for the Beavers were Wes Thomas (MVP Award, Batting Title, .692, 6 HRs, 36 hits, 34 Runs, 35 RBIs and a Slugging % of 1.269), Craig McKee-Parks (Hall of Fame, .509, 27 hits, 1 HR and 24 RBIs), Pat Carroll (Hall of Fame, .462, 2 HRs, 24 hits and 28 RBIs), Steve Leary (Rookie of the Year, .456, 26 hits and 27 Runs), Bill Neale (.433, 29 hits, 1 HR, 33 Runs and 15 SB), Don Chambers (.404 and 20 Runs), Bill Miller (Manager, .400 and 24 hits) and Mike Miller (.365 and 2 HRs). Carroll (CY Young Award, 14-1, approximately 115 innings pitched and 1.50 ERA) was the leading pitcher.

1999 – BEAVERS (20-0)

For the second consecutive year the Beavers went undefeated in the regular season. In 1999 they extended their undefeated streak all the way through the post season to win Back-to Back PCL Championships! They swept the Oaks in the finals.

1999’s offense was powered by Steve Leary (MVP Award, Batting Title, .592, 29 hits, 22 RBIs, 29 Runs and 10 SB), Craig McKee-Parks (Hall of Fame, .531, 26 hits, 1 HR and 23 RBIs), Pat Carroll (Hall of Fame, .510, 26 hits and 17 RBIs), Mike Miller (.464, 26 hits, 1 HR and 23 Runs) and Craig Lawson (.460, 23 hits, 1 HR and 17 RBIs). Carroll (Cy Young Award and 12-0) was the leading pitcher.

2000 – FIREBIRDS

2001 – BEAVERS (16-4-1)

2001 saw the Beavers reclaim their PCL Title, their third in three years and fourth in six years! Bill Miller took a well deserved break from managing and handed over the reins to Brian Willis (general manager), Mike Miller (practice manager) and Pat Carroll (field manager). A far cry from their undefeated seasons, the 2001 Championship season was fraught with turmoil from the beginning. However, it was a season that showed the true heart and determination of a champion as the Beavers wrung up 11 wins in their last 12 games, culminating with a sweep of the Oaks in the World Series.

Powering the offense was Craig McKee-Parks (Hall of Fame, .520, 26 hits and 18 RBIs), Carroll (Hall of Fame, .421 and 20 RBIs), Scott Godtfredsen (.367), Mike Miller (.360 and 12 RBIs), Tony Kerlegan (.358, 19 hits, 1 HR and 12 SB), Willis (12 SB) and Steve Leary (12 SB). The pitching leaders were Don Chambers (5-0 including three complete games in the post season) and Carroll (CY Young Award, 11-3, 10 complete games with approximately 110 innings pitched and 2.50 ERA).

2002 – ANGELS
2003 – GIANTS

The Giants win the realigned 38+ league.

2004 – BARONS (Mgr. Jim Meehan)

Lead by MVP Bill Magoolaghan and Hitting Champ Thiago Lopez, the Barons beat the Beavers in an exciting 3-game series that came down to the bottom of the 9th inning. As the tying run dangled off of second base, Bill Magoo struck out the final batter, his 22nd strike out in 13 innings pitched over the final two games of the weekend.

2005 – BARONS (Mgr. Jim Meehan)

Jim Meehan’s Barons repeat as 38+ Champions as the Barons’ Bill Magoolaghan outdueled the Beavers’ Mike Miller in a low scoring affair at SF State. The offensive hero for the Barons was Mike Badolato who crushed a two run home run to right field in the top of the fifth with Thiago Lopez onboard. Bob Jordan scored what turned out to be the winning run when Dan Bright was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded in the top of the ninth. Magoolaghan struck out eight and yielded only two earned runs in going the distance for the Barons and capturing his 2nd win of the series.

2006 – GIANTS (Mgr. Mark Sieben)

35+ Giants Pete Johnson beat out an infield single to short-stop with 2 outs in the bottom of the 9th to score Charlie Goldberg from 3rd base to conclude the 35+ Championship for the Giants. This year represents the first year of the Bay Area 35+ League. The first year of the 38+ League was 2003, which also happened to be the first year the Giants won their world series vs. the Marin Stars in 3 games.

Double side note; Giants winning pitcher in game 3 in 2003 and 2006 was 49 year old Arturo Jaimes of San Francisco! Via La Mexico!

3 game world series hitter highlights: Pete Johnson 5 for 8 (.625%) 1 RBI, Graham Miller 4 for 7 (.571%) 3b, 3 RBI’s, Eric Wernholm 3 for 6 (.500%) Double, Mark Sieben 3 for 6 (.500%) RBI, BB, Hiroaki Ajari 3 for 7 (.429%) & Dan Weller 3 for 10 (.300%) 2 RBI’s.

2007 – BARONS (Mgr. Ed Delaney)

Barons Capture Their Third Crown in Four Years

The 2007 finals between the Barons and the Beavers exhibited some great baseball. Both games were very exciting, extremely well played, and plain old fun to participate in. In the end the difference was pitching depth, and an over-powering offense.

This team was definitely built by a catcher. Jason Clark, the ace of the staff, was nearly untouchable when he was healthy, Bill Magoo was his usual masterful self, and Mike Eberhart, Steve Ewing, and Will Bateson filled out the rest of this talented frontline pitching staff. In reserve was Karl Maier who started the semi-final game against the Seals. It was his first start ever, he’d only pitched 3 innings of mop up all season, and he responded with 7 gutsy innings.

Justin Kubiak, who was an offensive catalyst and rock solid shortstop all year, seemed to hit another gear in the playoffs. He started or finished almost every rally, hitting .625 for the series, scoring 4 and knocking in 3. He was involved in 7 of the Barons 14 runs in the two-game series.

2008 Barons (Mgr Ed Delaney)

The Barons won their fourth title in five years on the strength of a 21 hit attack and some great pitching by Mike Eberhart and Sean Lake. Lake, Will Brandenberger, and Rob Fung each had four hits, and Rick Russelle hit a two-run homer in the first.

As Bill Magoo said after game, it was a bittersweet victory for the Barons. The players on both teams have played with or against each other for years and years, occassionally teaming up in tournaments. While it was fun baseball, you’d really prefer to beat a team that you don’t like or don’t respect, neither is the case between these two teams…so yeah, a fun game yesterday, and it was nice to come out on top, but it also kinda sucked because we had to witness our good friends fall just a little bit short after a fantastic season.

2009 Seals (Mgr Bob Rice)

The unlikely champs!

Sitting on a 2 win and 10 loss season, it was time for the Seals to be reminded that our goal of making the playoffs, was slipping away.

The 13 game proved to be lucky with a walk-off bottom-of-the-ninth two run-producing hit by Seals MVP Aaron Selix. With a win the next week our first goal was accomplished.

With the quality of competition in the playoff round, it was very unlikely that we would prevail. We knew we had to play our best baseball to be competitive.

Good defense in support of good pitching, along with good base running and timely hitting, we decided, would be our only chance. The final game in the championship series against an outstanding Barons team bore this out.

An excellent pitching performance by Aaron, going the distance with no walks and a defense that committed no errors, was the main reason we squeaked out a 10 to 8 win. There was no margin for error against an outstanding opponent.

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2013 – Athletics (Mgr. Jay Miller)

2014 – Athletics (Mgr. Jay Miller)

2015 – Athletics (Mgr. James Biernat/Jay Miller)