The Tulsa Drillers baseball team was founded in 1977 as a minor league affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers. The team was originally known as the Double-A Tulsa Drillers, and they played in the Texas League. The Drillers were one of the most successful teams in the league, winning four division titles and two league championships during their time in the Texas League. In 1998, the Drillers moved to the Pacific Coast League and became a Triple-A affiliate of the Colorado Rockies. The team continued to be successful, winning two division titles and one league championship during their time in the Pacific Coast League.
In 2009, the Drillers moved to the newly formed American Association of Professional Baseball and became an independent team.
The Drillers have had a long and successful history
, with many notable players having played for the team over the years. Some of these players include Hall of Famers Orel Hershiser, Don Sutton, and Don Drysdale, as well as current Major Leaguers such as Justin Turner, Corey Seager, and Cody Bellinger. The Drillers have also had some memorable moments over the years, including a no-hitter thrown by pitcher Tom Candiotti in 1982 and a walk-off home run by outfielder Mike Marshall in 1987. The team has also been involved in some unique promotions over the years, such as “Dodger Dog Night” and “Taco Tuesday”.Today, the Tulsa Drillers are still going strong and are one of the most successful teams in minor league baseball. The team plays its home games at ONEOK Field in downtown Tulsa and is currently affiliated with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Drillers are committed to providing an entertaining experience for their fans and continue to be one of the most popular teams in minor league baseball.
