Our look at the history of American Legion Baseball concludes with facts about the program in the Department of Wyoming.
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/Baseballat100 (or click here for the previous story) and stay up-to-date on centennial happenings using #LegionBaseball100 on social media.
Ninety-five years after Cheyenne won Wyoming’s first American Legion Baseball state title, Cheyenne Post 6 earned the state’s first trip to the American Legion World Series.
Post 6 rebounded from being no-hit by League City (Tex.) Post 554 in the series opener to win their final two pool play games and advance to the semifinals. They would fall short of earning a rematch with Texas when they lost 2-1 to Lincoln (Neb.) Post 3.
Facts about Wyoming Legion Baseball
First season of American Legion Baseball: 1928
First state champion: Cheyenne.
Notable alumni: Brandon Nimmo, Cheyenne, major leaguer.
American Legion World Series appearances (1): Cheyenne, 2023.
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