Category Archives: Lexington Legends

Astros return to Midwest League as new River Bandits affiliate

Posted on September 24, 2012 by

All the speculation that the Houston Astros would be the new MLB affiliate of the Quad Cities River Bandits turned out to be accurate. In a press conference this afternoon, it was announced that the two clubs entered into a … Continue reading →

Posted in Beloit Snappers, Burlington Bees, Lexington Legends, Midwest League, Quad Cities River Bandits, South Atlantic League | Leave a comment

Chiefs, Cougars, Kernels change MLB affiliations

Posted on September 19, 2012 by

Three Midwest League teams officially announced new MLB affiliation deals today, and none of them were a surprise. As expected, the Chicago Cubs moved from Peoria to Kane County, the St. Louis Cardinals moved from Quad Cities to Peoria, and … Continue reading →

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Former Dragon Hamilton steals 100th base of season

Posted on July 3, 2012 by

In 135 games with the Dayton Dragons last year, Cincinnati Reds prospect Billy Hamilton stole 103 bases. He stole his 100th base of the season on September 3. This year he’s blowing away that pace — not to mention every … Continue reading →

Posted in Bakersfield Blaze, California League, Dayton Dragons, Great Lakes Loons, Lexington Legends, Midwest League, South Atlantic League | 1 Comment