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Minnesota Amateur Baseball Hall of Fame
The Minnesota Amateur Baseball Hall of Fame is located in the St. Cloud Civic Center. It was established to honor those who have made significant contributions to amateur baseball in the state.
Hall of Fame Members from Springfield & Year of Induction
- Alvin 'Gizzy' Gisvold (1971)
- Phil von Fischer (1969)
- Bassie Wagner (1963)
- Herb Weber (1963)
- Norman Wilson (1981)
Minnesota Senior Men's Amateur Baseball Association
The Minnesota Senior Men's Amateur Baseball Association is the state organization of amateur baseball for those 35 and older.
The Hanska Bullheads are the closest local team in the 35 and older league. They play in the MSMABA's River Valley League. Their roster is made up of many veterans from the Tomahawk East.
Town Ball: The Glory Days of Minnesota Amateur Baseball
Town Ball is a book that details amateur baseball in Minnesota from 1945-1960. Anyone involved in amateur baseball will enjoy the numerous stories and photos from days gone by.
Town Ball: Springfield Memories
A story detailing a Springfield pitcher from the late 1940s.
Media Coverage
ESPN Page 2: Baseball The Way It Ought To Be
This August 2002 ESPN article highlights the Stark Longhorns and amateur baseball in southern Minnesota.
ESPN Baseball: For The Love Of The Game
This ESPN article spotlights Tomahawk East League president Myron Seidl and compares him to MLB commisioner Bud Selig.
New Ulm Journal: Behind The Mask
Umpire Jason Sletta is profiled in this New Ulm Journal article from 2003.
New Ulm Journal - Amateur Baseball Articles
Marshall Independent - Amateur Baseball Articles
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