Post 18 American Legion baseball returns to Mitchell with opening game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:48 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
BaseballPost 18 American Legion baseball made its return to Mitchell on June 17, 2026, after a three-year hiatus. The team, revived by the Palace City Baseball Association, secured a 2-1 victory against Helena (Mont.) at Cadwell Park. Special ceremonies marked the occasion, including a color guard presentation and a ceremonial first pitch by Mayor Jordan Hanson. This marks a new era for summer baseball in the community, as the team looks forward to a full schedule ahead, including a doubleheader against Renner Post 307. The organization was formed following the end of a previous association that had halted local Legion play due to past controversies.
- •Post 18 played its first home game on June 17, 2026.
- •Team won 2-1 against Helena (Mont.) in its debut.
- •Special events included a color guard and first pitch by Mayor Jordan Hanson.
- •PCBA intends to foster a positive, competitive baseball environment.
- •Next game scheduled as a doubleheader against Renner Post 307.
- 11:48 PMYahoo Sports — Inaugural Palace City Post 18 home game completes return of American Legion baseball to Mitchell
"Jun. 17—MITCHELL — After almost exactly three years, Post 18 American Legion baseball is officially back in Mitchell. Revived by the Palace City Baseball Association, Post 18 played its first home game since June 20, 2023 — a span of 1,092 days — on Tuesday night, emerging with a hard-earned 2-1 victory over visitors from Helena (Mont.) under the stadium lights at Cadwell Park. The PCBA ...
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