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Virginia League (1948–1951)

The Virginia League was a Class D minor league baseball organization that operated from 1948 to 1951. Its member teams were located in the state of Virginia. The league's formation came during a post-World War II boom in minor league baseball.

Teams that comprised the Virginia League included:

  • Danville Leafs (1948-1951)
  • Emporia Nationals (1948-1949)
  • Franklin Kildees (1948-1951)
  • Martinsville Blue Sox (1948-1951)
  • South Boston Edsox (1948-1949)
  • Suffolk Goobers (1948-1951)

The league folded after the 1951 season, part of a broader contraction in minor league baseball due to various factors including the rise of television and changing demographics. Its impact on the development of professional baseball players within the region is notable, providing opportunities for players aspiring to reach higher levels of the sport. Historical records regarding specific player statistics and individual team standings are available through minor league baseball historical archives.