Lee Landers, the affable former president of the Appalachian League who kept the circuit running during some very lean years in the face of MLB apathy, passed away from natural causes Monday. He was 83. (more…)
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Appy League Announces Lee Landers Bobblehead Giveaways
In honor of its president, the Appalachian League has announced that nine of its teams will host a Lee Landers bobblehead giveaway this year. These teams will participate in the promotion to honor Landers, who will retire following the 2018 season. (more…)
Appalachian League President Lee Landers to Retire After 2018 Season
After 23 seasons at the helm, Appalachian League president Lee Landers will retire following the 2018 season, ending a long and successful tenure. (more…)
Lee Landers Named King of Baseball
Lee Landers, the president of the Rookie level Appalachian League, has been named the 2017 King of Baseball. (more…)
New logo for Appalachian League
We have some more logo news, as the rookie-level Appalachian League unveils a new look for the 2016 season. (more…)
Appalachian League eyes 2016 expansion
With MLB teams looking to add rookie-level teams, the Appalachian League could expand by two teams in 2016 after league officials considered 2015 changes. (more…)