Mahoning Valley Scrappers History

The franchise recognizes its all-time greats on banners around the park.
The franchise recognizes its all-time greats on banners around the park.

Located a little more than an hour’s drive east of Cleveland, the Scrappers have been affiliated with the Indians since joining the New York-Penn League in 1999. They took a spot vacated by the Erie SeaWolves, who moved up to the AA Eastern League.

The Scrappers started out their existence with a bang, winning division titles in their first two years, and earning a league title in 2004. In 12 seasons, the Scrappers have won four total division crowns, and have finished as divisional runners-up four other times. The Scrappers have played at Eastwood Field since their inception.

Notable alumni

Asdrubal Cabrera
Fausto Carmona
Ryan Church
Ben Francisco
Ryan Garko
Kevin Kouzmanoff
Aaron Laffey
Victor Martinez
John McDonald
CC Sabathia