Triple-A Classic
The Triple-A Classic was a postseason championship series held annually between the league champions of the American Association (AA) and International League (IL) Triple-A leagues of Minor League Baseball from 1988 to 1991 as a part of the Triple-A Alliance.[1] The championship consisted of a best-of-seven series of games to determine a champion. All four Triple-A Classics were won by American Association teams.[2]
Results[]
| Year | Winning team (MLB affiliation) | League | Score | Losing team (MLB affiliation) | League | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Indianapolis Indians (MON) | AA | 4–2 | Rochester Red Wings (BAL) | IL | [2] |
| 1989 | Indianapolis Indians (MON) | AA | 4–0 | Richmond Braves (ATL) | IL | [2] |
| 1990 | Omaha Royals (KC) | AA | 4–1 | Rochester Red Wings (BAL) | IL | [2] |
| 1991 | Denver Zephyrs (MIL) | AA | 4–1 | Columbus Clippers (NYY) | IL | [2] |
See also[]
- Little World Series (1904–1931)
- Junior World Series (1932–1975)
- Triple-A World Series (1983, 1998–2000)
- Triple-A National Championship Game (2006–present)
References[]
- ^ "Triple-A Alliance Moving On". The Tennessean. Nashville. November 20, 1987. p. 7-C – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ a b c d e "Triple-A Baseball Interleague Post-Season Play Results". Triple-A Baseball. Retrieved April 29, 2021.
Categories:
- American Association (1902–1997)
- International League
- Minor league baseball playoffs and champions
- Recurring sporting events established in 1988
- Recurring sporting events disestablished in 1991