Anderson Braves
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Anderson Braves 1980–1984 Anderson, South Carolina | |
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The Anderson Braves were a minor league baseball team located in Anderson, South Carolina. The team played in the South Atlantic League, and were affiliated with and owned by the Atlanta Braves.[1] Their home stadium was the Anderson Memorial Stadium.
The Anderson Braves started playing in 1980, with a roster featuring future major leaguers Brett Butler, Brook Jacoby and Brad Komminsk.[2] The Braves received a great deal of support from the community during the 1980 season. Local radio station WANS AM/FM was a major sponsor. "Hank Aaron Night" brought out many fans to the ballpark in August 1980.
The team experienced relatively high attendance figures that were facilitated by numerous promotions and inexpensive concessions. Despite local support for the team, Atlanta Braves owner Ted Turner moved the team to Sumter, South Carolina after the 1984 season. The team then became the Sumter Braves.
Year-by-year record
(from Baseball Reference Bullpen)
| Year | Record | Finish | Manager | Playoffs |
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| 1980 | 64-76 | 6th | Sonny Jackson | |
| 1981 | 57-86 | 8th | Sonny Jackson | |
| 1982 | 72-70 | 5th | Brian Snitker | |
| 1983 | 64-79 | 7th | Rick Albert | |
| 1984 | 61-82 | 9th | Rick Albert |
References
- ↑ Hamilton, Terry (May 23, 1980). "SAL Schedule Won't Be Affected By Strike". Herald-Journal. p. C1.
- ↑ "1980 Anderson Braves Statistics". Baseball-Reference. Sports Reference LLC. Retrieved 2014-01-18.