2003 ALL-STAR GAME
By The MWBL Beat Writers
Pedro Martinez 22-7 (1.34) vs. Jamie Moyer 22-7 (2.88)
November 15, 2003 — The crisp autumn air was filled with electricity on Saturday night as the 2003 Mid-West Winter League All-Star Game delivered a spectacular showcase of power, strategy, and late-game heroics. In a back-and-forth battle that kept fans on the edge of their seats for over three hours, the American League (A.L.) held off a relentless National League (N.L.) squad to secure a thrilling 7-5 victory. Managed brilliantly by Stray Corrado of the Chicago Demolition, the A.L. offense struck early and relied on a clutch, nail-biting bullpen performance to shut the door on Chris Douglass’s National League stars.
2004 DRAFT ORDER POSTED
The 2004 Mid-West Winter League Draft is scheduled for Monday, 10/05/26 – Tuesday, 10/14/26.
The Draft Clock will run from 10 AM ET to 10 PM ET.
Rounds 1-6 will be 30-minute time Slots.
Rounds 7-10 will be 15-minute time Slots.
Rounds 11-End will be 10-minute time Slots.
The Draft Order will be adjusted for the first three (3) Draft Slots after Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, once the 2004 MWWL Draft Lottery has taken place.
The 2004 MWWL Draft Order is now posted and can be found by clicking the Logo
2003 WORLD SERIES
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| PREVIEW – FLORA-BAMA – The stage is set for an epic conclusion to the 2003 Mid-West Winter League (MWWL) season. In a classic best-of-seven World Series matchup, the National League champion Flora-Bama Mullets (110-52) will host the resilient American League champion Chicago Demolition (103-59). It is a heavyweight battle pitting the league’s most explosive offense against its strongest pitching staff.
The Matchup: Unstoppable Force vs. Immovable Object The defending champion Mullets return to the Fall Classic riding the league’s deepest lineup. Flora-Bama paced the MWWL by mashing 261 home runs and scoring 823 runs. Led by NL MVP Javy Lopez, who hit a home run every 8.7 plate appearances, the Mullets’ lineup features staggering depth. Mid-season trade acquisitions Jeff Kent and Rafael Palmeiro have added an elite veteran punch to a roster that already boasts stars like Aubrey Huff, Lance Berkman, Juan Gonzalez, and Brad Fullmer. To repeat as champions, however, Flora-Bama must crack a historic Chicago pitching staff. The Demolition led the league with a microscopic 2.94 team ERA, surrendering a mere 557 runs all year. Chicago’s short-series rotation is an absolute nightmare for opposing hitters. Built around the surgical Pedro Martinez and a brilliant Jason Schmidt, the Demolition can also call upon “The Rocket” Roger Clemens and a lockdown Kevin Millwood. When Chicago hands a lead to the bullpen, games are effectively over. Setup man Brendan Donnelly and closer Billy Wagner provide a devastating bridge that limits late-inning drama. Still, Flora-Bama counters with a premium rotation of their own, featuring Jamie Moyer, Curt Schilling, and Josh Beckett with all-star closer Jose Acevedo in the wings. Offensively, the Demolition will rely heavily on Carlos Delgado. The first baseman enjoyed a monstrous 2003 campaign, clubbing 43 home runs while driving in 115 runs. Combined with rookie sensation Hideki Matsui and the steady bat of Edgar Renteria, Chicago has more than enough firepower to punish mistakes. The Outlook: Flora-Bama holds the home-field advantage in the 2-3-2 format, but Chicago wielded the league’s best road record during the regular season. Expect a tactical, razor-thin series where a single pitch could decide the crown. |
2003 MWWL AWARD WINNERS
The 2003 Mid-West Winter League (MWWL) season was far more than just another year on the calendar; it was a defining chapter in baseball history that will be celebrated for its unprecedented concentration of elite talent. From breathtaking, record-shattering power displays that completely rewrote the offensive leaderboards to the unadulterated dominance of untouchable aces commanding the mound, this campaign delivered wire-to-wire drama. Fans were treated to legendary individual performances across the board, witnessing generational hitters post staggering slugging percentages approaching the .800 mark, while master-craftsmen in the starting rotations suffocated opposing lineups with jaw-dropping earned run averages well below 1.50. Furthermore, high-stakes, late-inning leads were completely neutralized by ice-cold relievers who simply refused to yield, all while brilliant tacticians in the dugout meticulously pulled the strings, navigating a grueling marathon of a schedule to guide their franchises toward the ultimate prize
Now, as the dust finally settles on this unforgettable campaign and the highly anticipated final ballots have been tallied, it is time to enshrine the newest class of league royalty. The Mid-West Winter League is incredibly proud to officially present the 2003 MWWL Award Winners
Here is your comprehensive look at the standout athletes and masterful managers who transcended the competition, defined an era, and rightfully took home the prestigious hardware this season.
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For the full list of winners and more in-depth coverage, don’t forget to check out the 2003 MWWL Awards Voting Page.
2003 WORLD SERIES PREVIEW
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 PREVIEW – Welcome to the 2003 Mid-West Winter League (MWWL) World Series! This year’s Fall Classic features an epic clash between two powerhouse franchises with very different paths to the championship.
Representing the National League, the Flora-Bama Mullets dominated the regular season, finishing with an incredible league-best record of 110-52 to take the NL East crown. The Mullets boast a terrifying lineup that blasted 261 home runs and scored 823 runs.
This series is the ultimate matchup of Flora-Bama’s overwhelming firepower against Chicago’s legendary pitching staff. |
