Facts about the history of American Legion Baseball in the Department of Colorado.
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/Baseball (or click here for the previous story) and stay up-to-date on centennial happenings using #LegionBaseball100 on social media.
Colorado’s best finish in the American Legion World Series came via Grand Junction Post 37’s third-place finish in 1982. Paul Bristol was the team’s ace, posting a 17-1 record overall and an 8-1 mark in the state tournament, regional and ALWS.
Facts about Colorado Legion Baseball
First season of American Legion Baseball: 1928.
First state champion: Denver Post 1.
Baseball Hall of Famers (1): Roy Halladay, Arvada, 2019.
American Legion World Series appearances (6): Boulder, 1987, 1988, 2004; Colorado Springs, 1969; Denver, 1967; Grand Junction, 1982.
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