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How Sweep it Is! Omaha Wins Rookie Cup: With a 4-1 win over the Elkton Generals at Bandits Ballpark today, the Omaha Blackbirds wrapped up their 3rd title in team history.
The Blackbirds left little doubt who was the better team. Celebrating a banner year, "team" was the word of the day in the victorious clubhouse after the game.
"Hitting, pitching, fielding; those are all things you need to win, but most importantly you need a team, a team that works together toward the same collective goal," said Omaha manager Ricky Anastacio. "Our players felt that way all year, and they played that way. When one guy had an off day, 24 others stepped up their game and filled the void."
A jovial mood filled the air as Omaha celebrated into the night. The city's mayor said parade plans were underway and a "huge celebration" would be in order.
"I hope they have a big celebration," Elkton manager Leif Barnett said. "They deserved to win this series and they deserve to celebrate it."
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The Blackbirds left little doubt who was the better team. Celebrating a banner year, "team" was the word of the day in the victorious clubhouse after the game.
"Hitting, pitching, fielding; those are all things you need to win, but most importantly you need a team, a team that works together toward the same collective goal," said Omaha manager Ricky Anastacio. "Our players felt that way all year, and they played that way. When one guy had an off day, 24 others stepped up their game and filled the void."
A jovial mood filled the air as Omaha celebrated into the night. The city's mayor said parade plans were underway and a "huge celebration" would be in order.
"I hope they have a big celebration," Elkton manager Leif Barnett said. "They deserved to win this series and they deserve to celebrate it."
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