1959 Spokane Indians Throwback Home Jersey with #26 from Ebbets Field Flannels
The history of pro ball in Spokane goes all the way back to 1890, but the Spokane Indians first joined the Pacific Coast League in 1958, with the old Angels franchise leaving L.A., to make way for the Dodgers.MVP Willie Davis led the Indians to the pennant in 1960, batting .346 and stealing 30 bases. Future Washington Senators star Frank Howard wore #21 Jerseys
Quite simply, the real thing. Hand-crafted from genuine wool baseball flannel. Each shirt is researched, and carefully re-created using the same materials and production techniques as the original. Lettering on most models is wool felt. Some of the more expensive models (for example our 1938 Baltimore Orioles shirt) feature manual chain-stitch embroidery. The design is directly embroidered into the garment to produce a brilliant effect. Sleeve patches were another important component of vintage jerseys. They often celebrated local events like World's Fairs, or anniversaries like baseballs official centennial in 1939. During wartime, ballclubs would display patriotic shields, like the Stars & Stripes or Health patch. You will find all of these faithfully re-created here. Jersey Numbers
Jersey prices include numerals, except where noted (most teams did not wear numbers prior to 1930.) We have chosen a standard number for all of our shirts, which is listed in the text for that model. Please note that many shirts are made to order, and take one to six weeks for delivery. All jerseys are crafted in the USA, using American materials. The Pacific Coast League
Because of its geographic separation from the rest of organized baseball, and the temperate climate of most of its member cities, the Pacific Coast League (1904 - 1957) developed a brand of baseball all its own. Another factor that made this loop unique was that the Coast League teams remained largely independent of the Majors, with most players staying for many years. This stability allowed fans to feel like they knew the players personally. Many players were born and raised locally, and this helped created intense rivalries, like that between the Hollywood Stars and Los Angeles Angles. The Coast League's real aspiration was to become the third major league. In 1952, the PCL was granted "Open" classification for the purpose of evolving toward major league status. Of course, that dream died when the Dodgers and Giants moved West, robbing the PCL of their most lucrative markets, and returning it to an AAA designation. History of the Minor Leagues
The story of professional baseball does not begin and end with the Major Leagues. Until the early 1950's, "big league" ball was limited to sixteen teams playing in only ten cities - all but one east of the Mississippi River. For the rest of North America, in towns as large as Los Angeles and as small as Mineral Wells, Texas, Minor League baseball was the game. In 1901, seven minor leagues banded together to form the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues. This umbrella group became the governing body of professional baseball, setting standards and guiding the Minors' relationship with the Majors. At its peak in 1949, the NAPBL had 59 member leagues. The most important leagues throughout history have been the International League, based in the East, the American Association in the Midwest, The Pacific Coast League, The Texas League, and the Southern Association. Some of the dozens of other minor leagues have names that read like a travelogue of North America: The Cotton States League, the Tar Heel League; The Western Canada League, etc. There are great moments in baseball history that you won't find recorded in the Baseball Encyclopedia - they took place in the Minor Leagues. For example, Joe DiMaggio's 61- game hitting streak for the 1933 San Francisco Seals and the season record 72 homers hit by Joe Bauman of the 1954 Rosell Rockets. The minors also pioneered innovations like night baseball and post-season playoffs. Several factor led to the decline of independent Minor League baseball. The "farm system" philosophy, by which Major Leagues affiliates began to control nearly every aspect of the Minor Leagues club's existence certainly helped with big league player development, but at the cost of local fan interest. Popular players were frequently removed, and traditional team nicknames were changed to match those of the parent club. Television was also a big factor. Many fans in Minor League markets now chose to watch big league baseball in the comfort of their living rooms rather than go out to their local ballpark. Franchise transfers and expansion also systematically deprive the Minors of their most lucrative markets. We celebrate the rich history of Minor League baseball with our authentic reproduction flannels, jackets, and ball caps. Please be sure to look at the other Ebbets Field Flannels items that we offer.
Available Colors:
White/Red
Available Sizes
Small (34-36)
Medium (38-40)
Large (42-44)
X-Large (46-48)
XX-Large (50-52)
Shipping Details: This item qualifies for FREE SHIPPING to the Continental U.S. Details
Availability: Leaves the warehouse within 4 - 7 weeks. NOTE: For Christmas Delivery, orders for this item placed between 10/28/2009 - 11/3/2009 must ship 3 Day, orders placed on 11/4/2009 must ship 2-Day, orders placed on 11/5/2009 must ship Next Day. After 11/5/2009, Christmas Delivery is NOT guaranteed.
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