Texas Winter League
| Sport | Baseball |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2012 |
| No. of teams | 6 |
| Country | USA |
| Most recent champion(s) | Prairie Dogs |
| Official website | www.texaswinterleague.com |
The Texas Winter League is an annual instructional showcase Baseball league held in San Antonio, Texas. Participants include players coming back from injury, players who were released at the end of the season, or players looking for sign their first pro contract.[1]
In 2014, 62 players were signed to professional contracts with teams from leagues including the United League, the American Association, and Frontier League[2]
In 2013, 47 players were signed to professional contracts with teams from leagues including the United League, the American Association, the Frontier League, and the Atlantic League.[3]
Managers who have participated in the Texas Winter and Summer Leagues include Jorge Alvarez, Jose Canseco, Ozzie Canseco, Brooks Carey, Chris Carminucci, Eddie Dennis, Dan Firova, Orv Franchuk, John Harris, Von Hayes, Pete LaCock, Les Lancaster, Mike Marshall, Rusty Meacham, Scott "Nate" Nathanson, Chris Paterson, and Greg Tagert[4]
References
- ↑ http://texaswinterleague.com/view/texaswinterleague/texas-winter-league-twl-the-premier-winter-baseball-showcase-league
- ↑ http://texaswinterleague.com/view/texaswinterleague/twl-alumni
- ↑ http://texaswinterleague.com/view/texaswinterleague/twl-alumni
- ↑ http://texaswinterleague.com/view/texaswinterleague/twl-staff