New England Chowdahheads Announced as the Newest Member of the Frontier League
(Official Press Release)BROCKTON, Ma. (November 16, 2023) – New England Pro Baseball, LLC is proud to unveil the newest addition to the Frontier League – the largest professional partner league of Major League Baseball – the New England Chowdahheads! Following an overwhelming response from the community in a “Name the Team Contest,” with over 3,100 passionate fan votes, the moniker proudly represents the spirit and enthusiasm of New England.
Set to make their mark in the 2024 season, the Chowdahheads will call the 5,200-seat Campanelli Stadium home. This spirited team name embodies the essence of New England humor while celebrating the local community’s shared passion for the beloved dish known far and wide as New England Clam Chowder. It’s a name that encapsulates the team’s love for baseball along with the jovial spirit and culinary pride ingrained in New England culture.
“We’re thrilled with the incredible response from our fans in naming the team,” said Nick Desrosiers, VP & General Manager. “The New England Chowdahheads demonstrates the early passion and dedication of our supporters, and we can’t wait to bring an exciting, fun-filled brand of baseball and nightly entertainment to the region.”
As the team gears up for its debut season, the Chowdahheads’ management team is diligently working on branding initiatives, assembling a top-tier coaching and front office staff, and preparing an engaging promotional calendar. The upcoming public announcements will showcase the team’s identity, coaching roster, and exciting plans leading into the holiday season.
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About the New England Chowdahheads The New England Chowdahheads are an exciting addition to the Frontier League, set to kick off its inaugural season in 2024. With the support of passionate fans and a strong commitment to community engagement, the team aims to bring the thrill of professional baseball to New England for generations to come. Follow the journey onFacebook,Twitter, andInstagram.
About the Frontier League
The Frontier League, the largest professional partner league of Major League Baseball, will enter its 31st season of play in 2024. It is the largest MLB Partner League with 16 teams in the Northeastern and Midwestern United States and Eastern Canada. Learn more at their website here.
Both the Frontier League and the American Association released their 2023 All-Star game rosters.
Frontier League
2023 ALL-STAR ROSTERS ANNOUNCED
Crestwood, IL – The 30th edition of the Frontier League mid-summer classic will be at 6:30, Wednesday, July 12th at the home of the Windy City ThunderBolts, Ozinga Field in Crestwood, Illinois. The game will be broadcast for free through the Flo Sports social media pages.
Expect a special appearance from the world famous ZOOperstars as well as a post-game firework spectacular.
At 6:30 on Tuesday the 11th, Ozinga Field will also host an All-Star Skills Competition, featuring Precision Hitting, Bunting, Catcher Throwing and Outfield Throwing, with a Home Run Derby to close it out.
Here are the 2023 rosters, first, representing the East division in the Windy City,
Catcher (C)
Rusber Estrada, New Jersey Jackals (Starter)
Sicnarf Loopstok, Ottawa Titans
Zak Whalin, Empire State Greys
First Base (1B)
Keon Barnum, New Jersey Jackals (Starter)
Juremi Profar, Quebec Capitales
Second Base (2B)
Tucker Nathan, New York Boulders (Starter)
Cito Culver, Tri-City ValleyCats
Third Base (3B)
James Nelson, New Jersey Jackals (Starter)
J.R. DiSarcina, Empire State Greys
Shortstop (SS)
Matt McDermott, New York Boulders (Starter)
Ti’Quan Forbes, New Jersey Jackals
Outfielder (OF)
Josh Rehwaldt, New Jersey Jackals (Starter)
Pat Kivelhan, New York Boulders (Starter)
Edwin Mateo, Sussex County Miners (Starter)
Rodrigo Orozco, Trois-Rivieres Aigles
Left-handed Pitcher (LHP)
Griffin Baker, Sussex County Miners
Grant Larson, Ottawa Titans
Reymin Guduan, Tri-City ValleyCats
Right-handed Pitcher (RHP)
Lance Lusk, New Jersey Jackals
Frank Moscatiello, Quebec Capitales
Robbie Hitt, Sussex County Miners
Tucker Smith, Trois-Rivieres Aigles
Matt Vogel, New Jersey Jackals
Mark Moclair, Sussex County Miners
Representing the West division in the Windy City,
Catcher (C)
Dakota Phillips, Evansville Otters (Starter)
Blake Grant-Parks, Schaumburg Boomers
Melvin Novoa, Washington Wild Things
First Base (1B)
Brennan Price, Florence Y’alls (Starter)
Peter Zimmermann, Gateway Grizzlies
Second Base (2B)
Chase Dawson, Schaumburg Boomers (Starter)
Gabe Holt, Gateway Grizzlies
Third Base (3B)
D.J. Stewart, Gateway Grizzlies (Starter)
Jomar Reyes, Evansville Otters
Shortstop (SS)
Abdiel Diaz, Gateway Grizzlies (Starter)
Jarrod Watkins, Lake Erie Crushers
Outfielder (OF)
Andrew Penner, Gateway Grizzlies (Starter)
Jeffrey Baez, Evansville Otters (Starter)
Jairus Richards, Gateway Grizzlies (Starter)
Gaige Howard, Schaumburg Boomers
Left-handed Pitcher (LHP)
Cole Cook, Joliet Slammers
Leoni De La Cruz, Evansville Otters
Kobey Schlotman, Schaumburg Boomers
Right-handed Pitcher (RHP)
Collin Sullivan, Gateway Grizzlies
Henry Omana, Windy City ThunderBolts
Nathan Florence, Florence Y’alls
Tim Holdgrafer, Evansville Otters
Edgar Martinez, Florence Y’alls
Garrett Christman, Windy City ThunderBolts
American Association
2023 American Association All-Star Teams
The All-Star Teams are locked in for July 17 & 18 in Milwaukee. A star-studded lineup from each division will come together for two days for a Homerun Derby and All-Star Game to showcase their talent and compete for mid-season bragging rights.
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