Aberdeen Pheasants SABR (Society for American Baseball Research) Historical Marker Reveal

Attend the reveal of the SABR historical marker that pays homage to the Aberdeen Pheasants minor league team from 1946 to 1971. The marker is being placed outside the NSU Barnett Center.

Here are some additional links about the marker:

Sign will commemorate history of Aberdeen Pheasants

Learn more about recipients of SABR Local Grants in 2024

We want as many people as possible to attend because the date of June 8 is significant. After all, it’s the 60th anniversary of when the Baltimore Orioles played in Aberdeen South Dakota. The only time that a major league team has played in the state.