Batavia Muckdogs
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| Location: | Batavia, NY |
| Established: | 1931 |
| MLB Affiliation: | Philadelphia Phillies |
| League: | New York-Penn League |
| Level: | A |
| Ballpark: | Dwyer Stadium |
| Championships: | 1 (2008) |
| Division Titles: | |
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The Batavia Muckdogs are a Minor League Baseball team that plays in the New York-Penn League, and are a Single-A affiliate to the Philadelphia Phillies.
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Franchise History
Prior to the 1997 season, the Muckdogs were called the Batavia Clippers. A fan poll picked both the current name and logo.
The Muckdogs logo is a dog on a crushed fence in the shape of an "M" surrounded by muck with baseballs on either side.
The Muckdogs were originally affiliated with the Philadelphia Phillies, from their inception in 1989 to 2006. Beginning with the 2007 season, the Phillies new Short-Season A affiliate will be the Williamsport Crosscutters.
On March 12, 2008, it was announced that the Rochester Red Wings would take over operational control of the Muckdogs. The Wings will run every aspect of operations: concessions, media and community relations and promotions.
Major League Affiliations
- St. Louis Cardinals (2007-present)
- Philadelphia Phillies (1987-2006)
- Cleveland Indians (1976-1986)
- New York Mets (1972-1974)
- Detroit Tigers (1968-1971)
- Philadelphia Phillies (1967)
- Pittsburgh Pirates (1961-1965)
- Cleveland Indians (1957-1959)
Team Names
- Batavia Muckdogs (1998-present)
- Batavia Clippers (1988-1997)
- Batavia Trojans (1966-1987)
- Batavia Pirates (1961-1965)
- Batavia Indians (1957-1959)
Notable Alumni
- Ryan Howard
- Chase Utley
- Johnny Estrada
- Marlon Anderson
- Marlon Byrd
- Kelly Gruber
- Doc Ellis
- Ricky Williams (NFL tailback)
