The Milwaukee Brewers announced today a two-year player development contract extension with the Helena Brewers of the rookie Pioneer League through the 2012 season.
“We are very pleased to extend our player development contract with the Helena Brewers,” said Brewers Executive Vice President and General Manager Doug Melvin. “The Pioneer League provides a competitive experience for our younger players. Many of the players in our organization began their professional careers at Helena including Ryan Braun, Alcides Escobar and Jonathan Lucroy.”
The Helena Brewers are owned and operated by the Helena Baseball Club, LLC. DG Elmore serves as the principal owner.
“We are excited to renew our affiliation with the Milwaukee Brewers,” said Elmore. “The Brewers are a first class operation and they have consistently provided Helena with exciting competitive teams.”
The Helena Brewers are located in Helena, Montana and have been a Brewers rookie affiliate since the 2003 season. They play their home games at Kindrick Legion Field.
waukee Brewers,” said Elmore. “The Brewers are a first class operation and they have consistently provided Helena with exciting competitive teams.”
The Helena Brewers are located in Helena, Montana and have been a Brewers rookie affiliate since the 2003 season. They play their home games at Kindrick Legion Field.
Here’s a look at the current affiliate status.
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