Rosters Set for 2017 Carolina League All-Star Classic in Salem
SALEM (June 12, 2017) - In conjunction with the Carolina League, the Salem Red Sox are proud to announce the rosters for the 2017 Carolina League All-Star Classic, set for Tuesday, June 20 at Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark.For the first time since 1995, the Carolina League will
SALEM (June 12, 2017) - In conjunction with the Carolina League, the Salem Red Sox are proud to announce the rosters for the 2017 Carolina League All-Star Classic, set for Tuesday, June 20 at Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark.
For the first time since 1995, the Carolina League will hold its own distinct All-Star game, pitting players from the Northern Division against players from the Southern Division. This is the first time Salem has hosted the All-Star game since 2006, when it featured players from the Carolina League against a roster of California League stars.
The Northern Division's starting infield will have several familiar faces for Salem fans, with Red Sox first baseman
The North has no shortage of top arms, either. Salem southpaw
Salem manager Joe Oliver, pitching coach Paul Abbott, strength coach Gregory Bourn and athletic trainer Nick Kuchwara comprise the field staff for the Northern Division team.
The Southern Division has a strong representation from the Carolina League's two newest clubs, the Down East Wood Ducks and the Buies Creek Astros. On-base machine
Myrtle Beach ace
As 2016 Mills Cup champions, the Myrtle Beach Pelicans will furnish the coaching staff for the Southern Division. Buddy Bailey helms the team, with pitching coach Anderson Tavares, hitting coach Guillermo Martinez, and trainer Toby Williams.
The Carolina League All-Star Game returns to Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark on Tuesday, June 20. As part of a celebration of 50 years of Carolina League baseball in the Roanoke Valley, the Red Sox will host a skills competition on Monday, June 19. The skills competition will take place at historic Kiwanis Field, the original home of Carolina League baseball in Salem. Tickets are on sale now at the Haley Toyota Field box office or online at SalemSox.com.