Wikipedia - Scottsdale Scorpions
The Scottsdale Scorpions are a baseball team that plays in the East Division of the Arizona Fall League. They play their home games in Scottsdale, Arizona, at Scottsdale Stadium, which is also the spring training facility of the San Francisco Giants. The team was established in 1992 and has retained the Scorpions nickname through several location changes. The Scorpions have won three league championships, most recently in 2015.
History
In the fall of 1994, the team gained worldwide media attention, when Michael Jordan joined the Scorpions after playing his first minor league baseball season with the Double-A Birmingham Barons in Birmingham, Alabama.
The Scorpions won their first championship in 1996, against the Mesa Saguaros. The Scorpions reached the championship game in 2002, 2004, and 2005 but failed to win it. For the 2005 season, the team played its games in Surprise, Arizona, due to renovations of Scottsdale Stadium. The team returned to Scottsdale Stadium the following year, renamed as the Grand Canyon Scorpions. The team changed their name back to Scottsdale Scorpions for the 2007 season. The Scorpions won the league championship in 2010, their first in 14 years. They also won the championship in 2015.
The Scottsdale Scorpions have a rich history of success in the Arizona Fall League, with multiple championships to their name. They are known for their strong pitching staff, solid defense, and powerful hitting lineup. The team's games are always exciting to watch, as they consistently deliver thrilling performances and nail-biting finishes.
The Scottsdale Scorpions have a dedicated fan base that supports them both at home games and on the road. Their games are a must-see for baseball fans looking to catch a glimpse of the future stars of the sport. With a winning tradition and a commitment to excellence, the Scottsdale Scorpions are a force to be reckoned with in the world of baseball.