2001 ALL-STAR GAME
The 2001 Mid-West Winter League All-Star Game was held on Saturday Night, November 16th, 2001 in the home of the DeWitt Tigers.
Starting Pitchers:
Randy Johnson 27-3 (1.99)
vs.
Darryl Kile 19-7 (2.80)
2001 Mid-West Winter League (MWWL) All-Star Game Recap
The 2001 Mid-West Winter League All-Star Game was a spectacular showcase of baseball talent, held in front of a packed stadium filled with enthusiastic fans. The American League emerged victorious with an 8-4 win over the National League, further solidifying their dominance in the All-Star series with a record of 25-7. This year’s game was marked by early offensive fireworks, strategic defensive plays, and a standout performance by Alex Rodriguez, who was named the Most Valuable Player. Continue reading
MWWL 2002 DRAFT – A DEEP DIVE
This week on MWWL Deep Dive, we’re taking a deep dive into the 2002 MWWL Draft. Join us as we dissect the first round, pick by pick, and re-examine the 24 players who heard their names called.
We’ll analyze the hits, the misses, and the “what ifs?” of this fateful day. Who will be the stars that live up to the hype? Which picks left teams scratching their heads? And how did this draft shape the future of the league?
Tune in for some insights, analysis, and maybe even a few surprises.
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2001 MWWL AWARDS
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he 2001 MWWL Awards are now official. For a list of all the 2001 MWWL Awards please check out the 2001 MWWL Awards Voting Page.
Castle Rock’s Barry Bonds won the Most Valuable Player in the American League – Bonds batted .338 with 73 Home runs, 146 RBI, and an astonishing .504 On Base Percentage. Lance Berkman, playing for the upstart and eventual World Series Champion Flora-Bama Mullets took home the honors in the National League, Berkman launched 46 Homr runs, drove in 117 RBI, & batted .328 on the season.
Chicago’s Darryl Kile an in-season trade picked up the American League Cy Young Award winning 20 games, losing 8, with an ERA of 2.81 & a whip of 1.01. Randy Johnson was an in-season acquisition for the Flora-Bama Mullets, from the Blarney Drive Bandits wins his 6th National Leagues Cy Young Award, 3rd in a row, and finished the season with 27 Wins, 3 losses, a 1.99 ERA & a Whip of an unreal 0.71.
Albert Pujols of the Hougton Penguins wins the American League Rookie of the Year. Pujols had 32 Home Runs, & 112 RBI while batting .302 in this Rookie campaign. Pitcher Roy Oswalt of the Hollywood Vampires won the National League Rookie of the Year, It was Hollywood’s 2nd Rookie of the Year in a row as Oswalt went 14 & 2 with a .276 ERA and a .093 Whip.
Travis Phelps won the American League Rolaids Reliever of the Year for Fort Worth, racking up 39 saves, a 1.48 ERA & 1.02 Whip in 58 games & 61 innings of work. Gladstone’s Felix Rodriguez won the National League Rolaids Reliever of the Year Award, also knocking out 39 saves, but in an unprecedented 85 Innings of work, a 0.42 ERA, and a 0.58 Whip made Rodriguez take home this award with ease.
Manager Jarl Jackson of the Fort Worth Panthers took home the Manager of the Year Award in the American League leading his Fort Worth Panthers to 107 Wins with only 55 losses. The fresh face of Chris Douglass from the Flora-Bama Mullets led his squad to a 109-53 season, & the eventual 2001 MWBL World Series to prove not only was he Manager of the Year, this year, but seemingly with more of those to come.
QUAKES SELECT CLIFF LEE #1 OVERALL IN 2002 MWWL DRAFT
In a bold move by trading up to the #1 Pick in the 2002 Mid-West Winter League Draft, the California Quakes have selected pitcher Cliff Lee with the first overall pick. Known for his exceptional control and ability to dominate hitters, Lee is expected to be a cornerstone of the Quakes’ pitching staff for years to come.
Career Outlook: Cliff Lee is projected to have a stellar career, potentially becoming one of the league’s most reliable and effective pitchers. With his precise command and strategic approach to pitching, Lee could accumulate numerous accolades, including multiple All-Star appearances and possibly even a Cy Young Award. His ability to consistently deliver quality starts will be invaluable to the Quakes, providing stability and leadership on the mound.
Impact on the Quakes: Over the next 15 years, Lee’s presence in the rotation is anticipated to transform the Quakes into a formidable force in the league. His leadership and performance could inspire a culture of excellence within the team, attracting other talented players and fostering a winning environment. With Lee anchoring the pitching staff, the Quakes are poised to compete for championships and establish themselves as perennial contenders in the MWWL.
This strategic draft choice not only addresses the Quakes’ immediate need for a dominant pitcher but also sets the foundation for long-term success, making Cliff Lee a pivotal figure in the franchise’s future.
2001 WORLD SERIES
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| PREVIEW – Chicago Demolition (99-57) vs. Flora-Bama Mullets (109-53) The grizzled veterans from Chicago are back in the World Series for the second year in a row and looking for the Repeat. After the quick ALCS against Corktown , the Demolition are well rested and have their all-star rotation all lined up. Flora-Bama is the new kid on the block this year, but they have a lot of familiar faces on the roster since they burned future capital acquiring the best veterans available. The Mullets barely survived the NLCS against Hollywood, so they will however be without their future CY-Young until at least the second game. For a full Preview & outlook on the 2001 MWWL World Series go here: 2001 WORLD SERIES PREVIEW |
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