There were two iterations of the Welch Miners, a minor league baseball team from Welch, West Virginia. The first played in the Mountain State League from 1937–1942, reaching the playoffs every year but never winning a title, though they made the finals in 1941. After World War II, the Miners reformed in 1946 as part of the Appalachian League, eventually winning back-to-back league championships in 1952 and 1953 before financial issues led to their relocation to Marion, Virginia in 1955.
Before affiliated baseball arrived, local coal miners formed a team called the Welch Senators, whose success led to the construction of Blakely Field, later home to both Miners teams. While the Miners never produced a Hall of Fame player, several alumni reached the majors, including 1951 Miner Dave Bristol, who managed four MLB teams and helped shape the early “Big Red Machine” Reds. Former big leaguer Max Butcher also pitched for the Miners in 1946 after a 10-year MLB career. Today, the nearest pro baseball to Welch is in Bluefield, West Virginia, 33 miles away.
Retro Baseball Revival celebrates historic baseball teams with unique apparel, honoring their legacy and bringing history to one-of-a-kind clothing with our old school retro baseball tees from defunct Minor League Baseball teams. All of our high quality apparel is designed, printed, and shipped within the USA. Our Mountain State League collection features 100% original designs based on the history and nicknames of the league's historic teams.
Our standard tees are classic, heavyweight t-shirts that are durable and thick. They are looser fitting and run true to size.
Size Guide: True to size
- Brand: Gildan | Product ID: 5000
- Made with medium fabric (5.3 oz/yd² (180 g/m²)) consisting of 100% cotton for year-round comfort that is sustainable and highly durable.
- The classic fit of this shirt ensures a comfy, relaxed wear while the crew neckline adds that neat, timeless look that can blend into any occasion, casual or semi-formal.
- The tear-away label means a scratch-free experience with no irritation or discomfort whatsoever.
- Made using 100% US cotton that is ethically grown and harvested. Gildan is also a proud member of the US Cotton Trust Protocol ensuring ethical and sustainable means of production. This blank tee is certified by Oeko-Tex for safety and quality assurance.
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed; Do not iron; Do not dryclean; Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F); Tumble dry: low heat.
