Mike Pinto has been the manager of the team since its inception in 2007. He has lead the team to a league championship and numerous division titles.Â
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MARION (WSIL) � On Monday, the Southern Illinois Miners held their media day. It was a chance to meet the team and actually see them work out. The Miners open up the season on the road. They take on Lake Erie on Thursday. The team has played a few exhibition games, and the home opener
MARION (WSIL) � Pro Baseball will be back in Marion this summer. Opening Day is June first and Manager Mike Pinto and the Southern Illinois Miners have their calendar circled. “When we have June 1 happen, it will be 639 days since our fans have been able to cheer on the Miners,� Pinto said. “It’s
The Southern Illinois Miners have suspended their 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Creating a schedule for teams in seven states and two countries could become a challenge for the Frontier League.
The Southern Illinois Miners are trying to keep their traditions alive during this pandemic by hosting a virtual fireworks display as their home opener.
Ridings posted a 1.86 ERA in 29 innings, striking out 24 and walking just six while also allowing only 17 total hits last season.