Winding Up For The Last Pitch
Winding Up for the Last Pitch
By Alberto Muro
The Bakersfield Blaze played their last home game at Sam Lynn Ballpark on August 28. The Sunday evening weather comforted the 1,745 fans in attendance ready to say goodbye to a team that kept baseball culture alive since 1941.
The Bakersfield Blaze organization announced in early August that they would cease operations after the completion of the 2016 season. Although Blaze fans were disappointed about the news, that did not prevent them from enjoying their last weekend at Sam Lynn Ballpark.
For 75 years, The Bakersfield Blaze endured an abundance of transitions. From changing team affiliates to producing quality players, the people of Bakersfield stood behind the team’s decisions.
Prior to the first inning, Assistant General Manager & Director of Broadcasting Dan Besbris walked onto the field and gave thanks on behalf of the organization to everyone for years of attendance and creating memories with the team.
The final game at Sam Lynn ballpark concluded with Bakersfield defeating Stockton 8-11. The Bakersfield Blaze will finish their remaining seven games in Northern California. Sam Lynn ballpark will remain open for playoffs as the Blaze have secured as spot allowing them one last championship run.