Facts about the history of American Legion Baseball in the Department of New Mexico.
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.
Albuquerque Post 13 earned New Mexico’s first American Legion World Series appearance the hard way in 2019.
Albuquerque lost their regional opener, then rallied in three of their next five games to win the regional title. That included two wins on the regional’s final day.
Facts about New Mexico Legion Baseball
First season of American Legion Baseball: 1928.
First state champion: Albuquerque.
Notable alumni: Alex Bregman, Albuquerque, major leaguer.
American Legion World Series appearances (1): Albuquerque, 2019.
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