Team of the Month

Team: Portland Mavericks 
Years Active: 1973-1977
Stadium: Civic Stadium

The Portland Mavericks were owned by actor Bing Russell as the last independent team in professional baseball. From holding open tryouts, to lighting brooms on fire, the Mavericks were known for outrageous antics. The team won division titles in 4 of their 5 seasons and became so hated by the league, minor league organizations would often demote their better players to play against the Mavericks. The Mavericks played their final game in a 1977 championship game loss. The team was disbanded due to a territorial dispute when the Portland Beavers returned to Civic Stadium.