Spoil Your Sweetheart with a Visit from OTTO ❤️
We know that Valentine's Day can be a busy and stressful time for finding the right way to celebrate your loved ones. That's why the Spokane Indians have created a package specifically tailored to the needs of baseball fans in the Inland Northwest. Leave it to OTTO! ❤️ The Single
Spokane Indians in the Negro Leagues
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Negro Leagues were founded by baseball luminary Rube Foster in 1920 and ran until the 1960s. After struggling through the Great Depression, the Negro Leagues reached their zenith in the late 1930s and early 1940s with legendary players like Cool Papa Bell, Josh Gibson, and Satchel
Apply Now for a 2023 Game Day Position
We're hiring! Opening Night at Avista Stadium is less than three months away and the Spokane Indians are now accepting applications for 2023 game day positions. Please CLICK HERE to apply now. The priority application deadline is Wednesday, February 8th. Our goal is to provide affordable family entertainment and excellent
Top Five Black Players in Spokane Indians History
In celebration of Black History Month, throughout February, teams across Minor League Baseball are taking a look back at five of the best Black players to suit up for their club. While some of these standout performers went on to long and illustrious Major League careers, others simply had great
Spokane Indians Announce 2023 Field Staff
Spokane, Wash. - The Colorado Rockies have announced the 2023 field staff for Spokane, with former big league catcher Robinson Cancel taking over as manager for the Indians. Pitching coach Ryan Kibler and hitting coach Zach Osborne each return for a third season in the Inland Northwest, while longtime MiLB
North by Northwest League: 2022 Season Recap
SPOKANE, Wash. - There were plenty of bright spots in Spokane’s second year as an affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, including an MVP performance from Zac Veen, backflips aplenty from fan-favorite Colin Simpson, and the debut of a brand-new mascot at Avista Stadium. The Indians began their season in April
Q & A with Indians Pitching Coach Ryan Kibler
How are you spending your off-season? Are you back home? I’m back home in Gilbert, AZ spending time with Rhonda and Gavin. I’ve been attending Gavin’s high school and club soccer games, golfing, going to the gym, cooking, going out to dinner, coaching club baseball and attending off season workouts
Indians Finalists for Five National MiLB Awards
Spokane, Wash. - Baseball's annual Winter Meetings wrapped up in San Diego on Wednesday, with the Spokane Indians being recognized by Minor League Baseball for their work in the community, a rising star in the ticket department, and the debut of the team's newest mascot—KC the Stratotanker. The Indians, who
Indians Announce 2023 Promotional Highlights
The Spokane Indians Baseball Team announced today the highlights of their promotional schedule for the 2023 season at Avista Stadium. The 66-game home slate is jam-packed with an incredible (17) Firework Nights, (5) Family Feast Nights, and (5) Storybook Princess Nights. Returning this season as part of MiLB's partnership with
The Comeback Trail with Riley Pint
On the first day of Minor League spring training this year, there was a small formality before the workout began. Every player stood up, introduced himself and said where he played last season. Basic stuff. Hardly memorable. All the Rockies Minor Leaguers were there that early March morning at the
Zac Veen Named Northwest League MVP
Spokane, Wash. - Minor League Baseball announced today the end-of-season award winners and All-Star teams for the Northwest League, with Spokane Indians outfielder Zac Veen being selected as the league's top MLB prospect and Most Valuable Player. The 20-year-old led the NWL in steals (50) and runs (72) despite an
Four Spokane Indians Selected as NWL All-Stars
Spokane, Wash. - Minor League Baseball announced today the end-of-season All-Star teams for the Northwest League, with a total of four Spokane Indians players earning post-season laurels. First baseman Colin Simpson, second baseman Eddy Diaz, shortstop Julio Carreras, and outfielder Zac Veen were all recognized as the league's best at
Eight Indians Named Rockies Organization All-Stars
Catcher: Hunter Goodman The 23-year-old was in the thick of the Minor League home run race until the final week, finishing tied for third with 36 long balls. He also ended in a four-way tie for ninth in the Minors with 106 RBIs. The Rockies’ No. 23 prospect climbed three
All in the Family: Spokane’s Baseball Juniors
Sandy Alomar Jr. (brother of Roberto, son of Sandy Sr.): Sandy Alomar Jr. began his professional career with the Spokane Indians in 1984, hitting .215 in 219 ABs as an 18-year-old. He would reach the majors with the Padres in 1988 and spent a total of 20 years in MLB,
This Month in Spokane Indians History: November
November 1, 2010 - Former Spokane Indians skipper Bruce Bochy ('89) leads the San Francisco Giants to their first World Series title since moving to California in 1958. November 1, 2015 - Former Spokane Indians catcher Ned Yost ('78) guides the Kansas City Royals to their first World Series title
Emmanuel Clase Named Sporting News All-Star
Spokane, Wash. - Spokane Indians alum Emmanuel Clase was named a 2022 Sporting News All-Star after a dominant season that saw the young right-hander lead the American League with 42 saves. Voting was conducted among a panel of 12 AL executives during September and early October, with Clase, Aaron Judge,
Baseball Bloodlines: Fathers & Sons in Spokane
Dolph and Doug Camilli: Dolph Camilli was a star slugger for the Brooklyn Dodgers in the 1930s and ‘40s, earning a pair of All-Star appearances and winning the NL MVP in 1941 when he led the league in home runs and RBI. Camilli took over as manager for the Indians
MLB Postseason Features 21 Former Spokane Indians
The Spokane Indians look to be well represented in October, with a total of 21 former players and staff dotting the rosters of MLB postseason teams. The Seattle Mariners, Tampa Bay Rays, and New York Mets led the way with three Indians alums apiece, while the Cleveland Guardians, and Los
Birds of the Ballpark: Killdeer
Common Name: Killdeer Scientific Name: Charadrius vociferus Habitat: Fields, airports, lawns, river banks, mudflats, shores. Often found on open ground, such as pastures, plowed fields, large lawns, even at a great distance from water. Lifespan: 3-5 years Length: 8-11 inches (Similar in size to American Robin, but with longer legs
Noah Davis Finishes 2022 with a Flourish
Noah Davis walked into the Colorado Rockies clubhouse at Wrigley Field with a confidence about belonging at the Major League level, but without many of his clothes, baseball gear, and other necessary items. The 25-year-old right-hander was preparing for the end of the season with Double-A Hartford and had already
Warming Bernabel Enjoys Breakout 2022 Season
High A Spokane Bench Coach Julio Campos was fielding questions on the phone and interpreting them for Warming Bernabel. He is a fast-rising third baseman, a native of the Dominican Republic and an advanced hitter for a 20-year-old. In the Arizona Complex League last year, where Bernabel made his United
Ezequiel Tovar Makes Historic Debut with Rockies
The two baseballs were in separate plastic cases on a shelf behind Ezequiel Tovar, keepsakes that came in sudden succesion. He stood at his locker Friday night, describing his historically memorable Major League debut with the Rockies. There would be no searching for his first Major League hit or his
Spokane Indians Announce 2023 Schedule
The Spokane Indians announced today their schedule for the 2023 Northwest League season, which opens on Friday, April 7th in Vancouver and wraps up on Sunday, September 10th in Hillsboro. Spokane's home opener is on Tuesday, April 11th against the defending NWL champion Eugene Emeralds at historic Avista Stadium. The
Spokane Indians in the Negro Leagues
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Negro Leagues were founded by baseball luminary Rube Foster in 1920 and ran until the 1960s. After struggling through the Great Depression, the Negro Leagues reached their zenith in the late 1930s and early 1940s with legendary players like Cool Papa Bell, Josh Gibson, and Satchel
Slow and Steady: Toglia’s Adjustments Pay Off
The exuberant text began with six words. Michael Toglia had just gone hitless in five at-bats for Double-A Hartford on July 14. He had struck out twice and hit the ball out of the infield once. On his final at-bat, Toglia hit a hard ground ball to shortstop. But that’s