Arizona Winter League Applications–Players are signing up at a rapid pace for the Jan. 26-Mar. 1, 2009 season. More than 130 players signed pro contracts in Years 1-2 combined, with one pitcher already in major leagues. Use the reference IndependentBaseballClassifieds.com when signing up at www.ArizonaWinterLeague.com.
National Sales Position–www.CooperstownCookie.com. Minimum two years professional baseball sales experience and bachelor’s degree. Relocation not necessary. A growing company with a unique, all natural product never before offered in the specialty food or baseball markets. Email resume to goodies@CooperstownCookie.com. No calls, please.
‘My Life in the Major Leagues’–Veteran executive Lou Gorman’s newest book, “High and Inside”, provides unique and intriguing insight into baseball front offices, including the building of two expansion teams and three World Championships plus the game’s major changes and problems of the last 40 years. A great read. Published by McFarland & Company.
Pro Baseball in New Jersey–Author Bob Golon’s new book on the history of professional baseball in New Jersey, “No Minor Accomplishment”, is 216 pages of delight, including extensive profiles of every Independent team. Order from http://rutgerspress.rutgers.edu/.
History of Independent Baseball–The book The History of Independent Baseball Leagues by David Kemp and Miles Wolff includes editorial, standings, playoff results, league leaders, all-stars, team/individual stats for 67 leagues from 1993-2002. $15. jdeans@baseballoffice.com.
American Association Caps–Third year Independent league has Navy blue fitted wool caps with white and red interlocking AA for $10. Sizes S, M/L. jdeans@baseballoffice.com.
Top Rated Independent Club for Sale–Located in one of largest U.S. markets. Attractive newer facility. Strong attendance, well regarded in community and industry. Serious inquiries only, please. Include basic information regarding qualifications and ability to purchase a franchise. Contact: SSA Group, 519 W. Surf St., Suite 2, Chicago, IL 60657.
Special on Indy T-Shirts–For those who like to show their Independent Baseball enthusiasm, Independent Baseball Insider T-shirts available in gray with sizes M-L. Order via credit card or check at http://www.wirzandassociates.com/.
Front Office Positions–Golden League seeks General Managers, Assistant GMs, Operations Directors, Directors of Sales, Directors of Marketing/Media Relations and interns. Teams are in western United States and western Canada. Resumes to info@goldenbaseball.com or call 925 226-2889.
Bats Wanted–Buying pro stock ash bats in all brands, sizes, styles. No quantity limit. New or used, but not damaged. Send availability details to info@goldenbaseball.com.
Season-in-Review Books on Independent Baseball, years 2004, 2005, 2006. Limited stock. $8, including shipping; each additional book $5. Via mail only to Independent Baseball Books, 665-A North Trail, Stratford, CT 06614.
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