As the AWBL Turns…

There are no real surprises here, as we have been skeptically monitoring the developing indy pro American West Baseball League and those involved for a long time, but Rodney Johnson, president of the Arizona Chapter of the Society for American Baseball Research (SABR), has posted a story you will likely find very interesting, particularly as it relates to financials and quotes from those no longer involved.  Read more here.

Hoynes Pays AWBL Franchise Fee, Team Will Play at Cal State San Marcos

Retired Marine Major Jim Hoynes has reportedly paid the franchise fee to launch the indy pro North County Cannons as a new franchise in the developing American West Baseball League (AWBL).  The team will play at the baseball facility at Cal State University San Marcos in San Marcos (CA) beginning in 2013.  Read more here.