Independent baseball leagues are professional baseball organizations located in the United States and Canada. They are not operated in conjunction with either a major league or an affiliated minor league. Being indpendent allows teams to be located close to major league teams without their consent. This article or section cites very few or no references or sources. ... A Class A California League game in San Jose, California (1994) Minor baseball leagues are North American professional baseball leagues that compete at a level below that of Major League Baseball. ...

The Northern League and Frontier League both started play in 1993, and the Northern League's success paved the way for other independent leagues like the Texas-Louisiana League and Northeast League. The Atlantic League has had more marquee players than any other independent league, including José Canseco, Rickey Henderson, Ozzie Canseco, Rubén Sierra, Carlos Baerga, and John Rocker. The Northern League alumni include Leon "Bull" Durham, J. D. Drew, and Darryl Strawberry. The Central Baseball League, formerly the Texas-Louisiana League, was a minor league whose member teams were independent of any Major League Baseball affiliations. ... The Canadian-American Association or Can-Am League is an independent minor league baseball league which operates in the Northeastern United States and the Canadian province of Québec. ... José Canseco Capas, Jr. ... Rickey Henley Henderson (born December 25, 1958) is baseballs major-league all-time leader in stolen bases, by a very wide margin [1]. He is also its most prolific run scorer ever. ... Ozzie Canseco {born July 2, 1964 in Havana, Cuba) is the twin brother of former Major League Baseball player Jose Canseco. ... Ruben Sierra Rubén Angel Sierra García (born October 6, 1965 in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico) was a Major League Baseball outfielder. ... Carlos Obed Baerga Ortiz (born November 4, 1968 in Santurce, San Juan, Puerto Rico), better known plainly as Carlos Baerga, is a Major League Baseball player. ... This article or section does not adequately cite its references or sources. ... Leon Durham (born July 31, 1957 in Cincinnati, Ohio) is a former first baseman and outfielder in Major League Baseball who played for 10 seasons. ... David Jonathan Drew born March 9, 1975 in Valdosta, GA, USA) is a Major League Baseball right fielder for the Boston Red Sox. ... Darryl Eugene Strawberry (born March 12, 1962) is a former baseball player who is well known both for his play on the baseball field and for his controversial behavior off of it. ...

Independent leagues have flourished in Northeastern states, where dense populations can often support multiple franchises. Because they are not subject to the territorial limitations imposed on affiliated minor league teams, independent clubs can relocate as close to affiliated teams (and one another) as they choose to. For example, the city of Lancaster, Pennsylvania cannot have an affiliated team because of its proximity to the Harrisburg Senators and the Reading Phillies. So the Atlantic League placed a team, called the Lancaster Barnstormers, to fill the void. Another example is the greater metropolitan area of New York City, where there are many independent teams: the New Jersey Jackals, Sussex Skyhawks, Bridgeport Bluefish, Newark Bears, Long Island Ducks, and the Somerset Patriots; and two affiliated teams: Brooklyn Cyclones and the Staten Island Yankees. Not only is the Kansas City area home to the major-league Kansas City Royals, but also, the independent-league Kansas City T-Bones. The Saints share a market with the American League's Minnesota Twins; both teams have frequently worked together to promote baseball in the Upper Midwest. Nickname: Location in Pennsylvania Country United States State Pennsylvania County Lancaster Founded 1730 Incorporated March 10, 1818 Government  - Mayor Rick Gray (D) Area  - City  7. ... The Harrisburg Senators are a minor league baseball team based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. ... League Eastern League Division Southern Division Year founded 1967 Major League affiliation Philadelphia Phillies Home ballpark FirstEnergy Stadium Previous home ballparks City Reading, Pennsylvania Current uniform colors red, blue Previous uniform colors maroon, white Logo design A white baseball superimposed over a blue baseball diamond. ... The Lancaster Barnstormers are an Atlantic League team based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. ... New York, NY redirects here. ... The New Jersey Jackals are a baseball team in the independent Can-Am League. ... The Sussex Skyhawks are a minor league baseball team based in Augusta, an area within Frankford Township, New Jersey, United States. ... The Bridgeport Bluefish are an Atlantic League team based in Bridgeport, Connecticut. ... The Newark Bears are an Atlantic League team based in Newark, New Jersey. ... The Long Island Ducks are an Atlantic League team based in Central Islip, New York. ... The Somerset Patriots are an Atlantic League team based in Bridgewater, New Jersey. ... The Brooklyn Cyclones are a minor league baseball team, affiliated with the New York Mets. ... The Staten Island Yankees are a minor league baseball team, located in Staten Island, New York. ... Major league affiliations American League (1969–present) Central Division (1994–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 5, 10, 20, 42 Name Kansas City Royals (1969–present) Ballpark Kauffman Stadium (1973–present) a. ... The Kansas City T-Bones minor league baseball team is based out of Kansas City, Kansas and play in CommunityAmerica Ballpark near the Kansas Speedway. ... Major league affiliations American League (1901–present) Central Division (1994–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 3, 6, 14, 29, 34, 42 Name Minnesota Twins (1961–present) Washington Nationals/Senators (1901-1960) Ballpark Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome 1982-present Metropolitan Stadium (1961-1981) Griffith Stadium (1903-1960) a. ... Regional definitions vary from source to source. ...

In September and October of 2005, four teams of the Northern League, including the league's most potent drawing card, the St. Paul Saints, jumped to the new American Association, along with five teams of the southern Central League. The American Association (formally, the American Association of Independent Professional Baseball) is an independent minor league. ... The Central Baseball League, formerly the Texas-Louisiana League, is a minor league whose member teams are independent of any Major League Baseball affiliations. ...

Current Independent Baseball Leagues

League	First Season	Logo	Geographical Area
American Association of Independent Professional Baseball	2006		Midwestern, Southeastern United States
Atlantic League of Professional Baseball	1998		Northeastern, Mid-Atlantic United States
Canadian-American Association of Professional Baseball	2004		Northeastern United States, Quebec
Continental Baseball League	2007		Texas
Frontier League	1993		Midwestern United States, Western Pennsylvania
Golden Baseball League	2005		Western United States
New York State League	2007		New York
Northern League	1993		Northern United States, Western Canada
South Coast League	2007		Southeastern United States
United League Baseball	2006		Texas, Louisiana

The American Association of Independent Professional Baseball is an independent minor league. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... This article does not cite its references or sources. ... Regional definitions vary from source to source. ... The Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, based in Camden, New Jersey, is a professional, independent baseball organization located in the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic United States, especially the greater metropolitan areas of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. It operates in cities not served by Major or Minor... 1998 (MCMXCVIII) was a common year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar, and was designated the International Year of the Ocean [1]. // Coated in ice, power and telephone lines sag and often break, resulting in power outages. ... Regional definitions vary The Northeastern United States is a region of the United States defined by the U.S. Census Bureau. ... It has been suggested that Middle Atlantic States be merged into this article or section. ... The Canadian-American Association of Professional Baseball, based in Durham, North Carolina, is a professional, independent baseball league located in the Northeastern United States and the Canadian province of Quebec. ... 2004 (MMIV) was a leap year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Regional definitions vary The Northeastern United States is a region of the United States defined by the U.S. Census Bureau. ... Motto: Je me souviens (French: I remember) Capital Quebec City Largest city Montreal Official languages French Government - Lieutenant-Governor Lise Thibault - Premier Jean Charest (PLQ) Federal representation in Canadian Parliament - House seats 75 - Senate seats 24 Confederation July 1, 1867 (1st) Area Ranked 2nd - Total 1,542,056 km² - Water... The Continental Baseball League , based in Addison, Texas, is a professional, independent baseball organization located in the U.S. state of Texas. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini era. ... Official language(s) No Official Language See languages of Texas Capital Austin Largest city Houston Area  Ranked 2nd  - Total 261,797 sq mi (678,051 km²)  - Width 773 miles (1,244 km)  - Length 790 miles (1,270 km)  - % water 2. ... The Frontier League is a minor league baseball Independent league which operates in the Midwest. ... 1993 (MCMXCIII) was a common year starting on Friday of the Gregorian calendar and marked the Beginning of the International Decade to Combat Racism and Racial Discrimination (1993-2003). ... This article does not cite its references or sources. ... This article needs to be cleaned up to conform to a higher standard of quality. ... The Golden Baseball League, based in Pleasanton, California, is a professional, independent baseball league which operates in the Western United States. ... 2005 (MMV) was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar. ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... The New York State League is a new independent baseball league to be operated in the state of New York, scheduled to begin play July 3, 2007. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini era. ... NY redirects here. ... This article refers to the modern Northern League. ... 1993 (MCMXCIII) was a common year starting on Friday of the Gregorian calendar and marked the Beginning of the International Decade to Combat Racism and Racial Discrimination (1993-2003). ... Regional definitions vary from source to source. ... Western Canada is a geographic region of Canada, also known as simply the West, generally considered to be west of the province of Ontario. ... The South Coast League of Professional Baseball, based in Bluffton, South Carolina, is a professional, independent baseball organization located in the Southeastern United States. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini era. ... Regional definitions vary from source to source. ... The United League Baseball, based in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, is an independent baseball league which operates in the Southeastern United States. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... Official language(s) No Official Language See languages of Texas Capital Austin Largest city Houston Area  Ranked 2nd  - Total 261,797 sq mi (678,051 km²)  - Width 773 miles (1,244 km)  - Length 790 miles (1,270 km)  - % water 2. ... Official language(s) de jure: none de facto: English & French Capital Baton Rouge Largest city New Orleans [1] Area  Ranked 31st  - Total 51,885 sq mi (134,382 km²)  - Width 130 miles (210 km)  - Length 379 miles (610 km)  - % water 16  - Latitude 29°N to 33°N  - Longitude 89°W...

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