The Playoff Picture
Chico Rebels - It was 2119 when Chico was at the Classic and also when they last won it. They are also going for their 7th total win just like...oh just who IS that other team? Actually 2119 (That's 27 seasons ago) is also the last time they were in the playoffs. THey want to win all OVER this ballpark!
Hammersmith Hooligans - Actually the last two times the Hooligans were here (6 and 8 years ago), they won both times. So I'm not sure what they are complaining about.
Looking for their 17th win and going into their 70th playoff spot. And also with some beefy bats and a knowledge of winning this thing.
Tokyo Cyclones - It was 20 years ago today, Sgt Pepper taught the band to play....and also when the Cyclones were last in the Classic. Where they sadly lost. They haven't had a win since 2115. Looking for their 14th win with a lust for glory.
Halifax Winter Wolves - Yadayada classic. Back for a charming third time in four years. With one difference. The Winter Wolves of Halifax are going into this Classic with their lowest collective ERA....EVER. (edit...and their closer ccame within one save of the all-time season FOOL save record)
Matchups (not mash-ups)
The last time Halifax faced Hammersmith, way back in 2026, they were known as the Edmonton Edge and beat them, but have never met the Chico Rebels. Chico got beat by the Cyclones back in 2050 and then Hammersmith later went on to lose to them in 2115.