Facts about the history of American Legion Baseball in the Department of Nevada.
NOTE: As we prepare to celebrate American Legion Baseball’s centennial season, we’re taking a quick look at historical facts from each Legion department which sponsors, or has sponsored, the program. Check out stories at Legion.org/Baseballat100 (or click here for the previous story) and stay up-to-date on centennial happenings using #LegionBaseball100 on social media.
Nevada’s two American Legion World Series champions took two different routes to their respective titles.
The 2008 champions from Las Vegas Post 76 won a record 75 games and ended the season with 21 straight victories.
The 2017 champions from Henderson Post 40 allowed a near-record 21 hits in their opening game of the ALWS and went 1-2 in pool play, yet still advanced to the semifinals. After an extra-innings win over Bryant (Ark.), Henderson edged Omaha (Neb.) Post 1, 2-1, in the championship game.
Facts about Nevada Legion Baseball
First season of American Legion Baseball: 1928.
First state champion: Reno.
Baseball Hall of Famers (1): Greg Maddux, Las Vegas, 2014 (1994 Graduate of the Year).
Other notable alumni: Kris Bryant, Las Vegas, major leaguer; Joey Gallo, Las Vegas, former major leaguer; Bryce Harper, Las Vegas, major leaguer; Paul Sewald, Las Vegas, 2008 ALWS champion and James F. Daniel Jr. Sportsmanship Award, 2024 Graduate of the Year; Shane Spencer, Henderson, 2017 Player of the Year; Bryson Stott, Las Vegas, major leaguer.
American Legion World Series titles (2): Las Vegas Post 76, 2008; Henderson Post 40, 2017.
Other American Legion World Series appearances (11): Las Vegas, 1984, 1986, 1993, 1998, 2002, 2005, 2006, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018.
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