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Into the deep: Sea Unicorns emerge in Norwich

Into the deep: Sea Unicorns emerge in Norwich

The Detroit Tigers' New York-Penn League affiliate has transformed into the Norwich Sea Unicorns. Ben Hill dives into the origins of these tusk-bearing, spear-toting marine mammals.

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— St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) December 5, 2019
Soaking up some new looks

The Florida State League released a brand-new logo for the Sunshine State-based Class A Advanced circuit as it enters its 101st year of operation.
Hill faces new climb with Mariners

Seattle picked up No. 24 Brewers prospect Adam Hill in a deal that sent Major League catcher Omar Narvaez the other way on Thursday.
Go, Davis, go ... on the podcast

Cubs No. 3 prospect Brennen Davis joins The Show Before the Show to discuss his quicker-than-expected move to Class A and his transition to full-season ball.
A new flock

The Orioles acquired pitchers Kyle Bradish, Isaac Mattson, Zach Peek and Kyle Brnovich from the Angels in exchange for Major League righty Dylan Bundy.
It's lit 💡 pic.twitter.com/9nbvsqOJ7J
— Frisco RoughRiders (@RidersBaseball) December 4, 2019
"The most famous St. Lucie Met since @TimTebow, I am"
- Baby Yoda
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Mark your calendars people! Star Wars Night is May 16, 2020! #STLMets pic.twitter.com/b3vNyr4JBB
— St. Lucie Mets (@stluciemets) December 4, 2019
Construction Update Wednesday! The building has been topped out as you can see here from second base. #Greensboro #GSO #DGSO #HoppinFun pic.twitter.com/T7cJqa6W5D
— Greensboro Grasshoppers (@GSOHoppers) December 5, 2019

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Minor League Baseball and the Women in Baseball Leadership Committee announced the recipients of the 2019 Women in Baseball Leadership Scholarships.
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MiLB announces 2019 Women in Baseball Leadership Scholarships

Minor League Baseball and the Women in Baseball Leadership Committee announced the recipients of the 2019 Women in Baseball Leadership Scholarships.
Parker named 2019 Rawlings Woman Executive of Year
Flying Squirrels? No, Ardillas Voladoras!
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Gore, Patiño have Padres poised for wins

The fast-rising San Diego system got dominant performances across every level this season with pitchers MacKenzie Gore and Luis Patino leading the way as Padres Organization All-Stars.
Keller, Hayes anchor ship for Pirates
Bohm, Howard form foundation for Phillies
Garcia breaks out as Yankees show depth
Brown, Payton pilot polished A's pack

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Legends of the Deep: Sea Unicorns emerge

The Detroit Tigers' Class A Short Season affiliate is now known as the Norwich Sea Unicorns. MiLB.com's Ben Hill has the details on this mythical seafaring New York-Penn League entity.
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