Three Rivers capture flag; three others join for playoffs April 4-6

The 2012 Illowa APBA League is finished and the playoff teams are determined.  With a 105-57 mark, Todd Ventresca (seen left rolling at the 2012 IAL All-Star Game) and his first place Three Rivers Gamblers will take on fourth place Chicago Champions (87-75) managed by rookie manager, John Heneghan.  Second …

Playoff Preview

With the playoffs coming up in March I thought I’d do a playoff preview.  The Champions seem to be the clear favorite – but will they close the deal?  I’ve looked at run differential, the likely pitching rotations, and if there are any part-timers who look to take a bigger …