Appalachian League baseball teams could lose their MLB affiliation

by: News Channel 11 Staff

Posted: Nov 18, 2019 / 09:48 PM EST / Updated: Nov 19, 2019 / 03:11 PM EST

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) – A local leader posted on social media Monday that he is disappointed with Minor League Baseball is considering a proposal for some Appalachian League teams to lose their affiliation with the MLB after the 2020 season.

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MiLB is the organization that oversees Minor League Baseball.

I’m disappointed in @MiLB’s decision to include most of the Appalachian League on their list of 42 teams to be considered for contraction. Our @BriBucs are an institution and an important part of our community.
— Neal Osborne (@Neal0sborne) November 18, 2019

Bristol, Virginia Mayor Neal Osborne Tweeted Monday after The New York Times published a list of 42 teams being considered that would have their affiliations with major league clubs severed.

Negotiations are still ongoing between the MiLB and MBL.

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