Pocatello Gems

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The Pocatello Gems began play in the Pioneer League in 1984, when the Lethbridge Dodgers relocated to Pocatello, Idaho, and were members of the circuit for just two seasons. As an independent club in 1984, led by manager Ron Mihal, they posted the league's worst record (23-47). The next season they became an Oakland Athletics affiliate and improved slightly to 24-45 under manager Dave Hudgens, who led them to a third place finish out of four clubs in the Southern Division. One bright spot that year was the play of shortstop Walt Weiss, who made the league's 1985 All-Star team. However, after the season, the Gems franchise suspended operations.

Year-by-Year Record[edit]

Year Affiliation Record Finish Manager
1984 none 23-47 4th Ron Mihal
1985 Oakland Athletics 24-45 3rd Dave Hudgens