About the Carolina League
Playoffs
See which teams have claimed championship rings over the years.
About
A history of the Carolina League
Founded during World War II, the Carolina League's inaugural 1945 season featured two Southside Virginia cites. But throughout the 1940s and '50s it was known as a predominately North Carolina League. In those days it wasn't unusual for talented players to make a career out of Minor League Baseball. Learn more about the league's history.
Past Presidents
| Name | Hometown | Years Served |
|---|---|---|
| Geoff Lassiter | Winston-Salem, N.C. | 2018- |
| John E. Hopkins | Greensboro, N.C. | 1984-2017 |
| James B. Mills | Apex, N.C. | 1977-83 |
| Wallace McKenna | Lynchburg, Va. | 1970-76 |
| Julian Clyde (Bill) Jessup | Wilson, N.C. | 1957-69 |
| Glen E. (Ted) Mann | Durham, N.C. | 1949-56 |
| Herb J. Brett | Danville, Va. | 1949 |
| Carroll T. Brown | Martinsville, Va. | 1948 |
| Dr. Thomas S. Wilson | Draper, N.C. | 1945-47 |
Contact
About the Carolina League
Office Address:
3206 Buena Vista Road
Winston-Salem, NC 27106
Telephone: (336) 691-9030 | Fax: (336) 464-2737
President: Geoff Lassiter
Vice President: Billy Prim
Executive Vice President: Tim Zue
Secretary: Ken Young
Accountant: John Schwarz
Office Assistant: Kiera Lassiter
Media Coordinator: Brian Boesch
Directors: D.G. Elmore (Lynchburg), Tim Zue (Salem), Chuck Greenberg (Myrtle Beach), Steve Bryant (Carolina), Dave Heller (Wilmington), Billy Prim (Winston-Salem), Art Silber (Potomac), Dave Ziedelis (Frederick).
Years League Active: 1945-present
Number of Games: 140
Division Structure:
- Northern - Frederick Keys (Baltimore Orioles), Lynchburg Hillcats (Cleveland Indians), Potomac Nationals (Washington Nationals), Salem Red Sox (Boston Red Sox), Wilmington Blue Rocks (Kansas City Royals).
- Southern - Carolina Mudcats (Atlanta Braves), Down East Wood Ducks (Texas Rangers), Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros), Myrtle Beach Pelicans (Chicago Cubs), Winston-Salem Dash (Chicago White Sox).
Roster Limit: 25 Active, 35 under control
Statistician: Major League Baseball Advanced Media
Contact us: office@carolinaleague.com