2004 ABA CONVENTION

March 5-7, 2004

 

The Playoffs Get Underway

Brian Hoyt's One Eleven A's take on Al Lanseigne's Rockingham Ransackers in opening round playoff action. OE advanced by defeating RR in 6 games.

What Inning Is It?

More opening round action as Joe Elinich (Glenshaw Gnomes) and Paul Gutgesell (Ridgewood Chiefs) vie for the opportunity to take on the Highwood Grays in the NLCS. HG manager Phil Grabar scouts out the opposition along with Norm Babacock. GG prevailed in 6 games.

Second Round Coming Up

Brian Hoyt, Al Lanseigne, Paul Gutgesell and Charlie McDonnell go over the books during the Free Agent Draft.

Here's Who You Need For Your Team

Mike Perry combs the rosters on the ABA web site while Brian Elinich and Joe Elinich discuss strategy for the upcoming season.

Nobody Will Trade With Me

Shopping for a high grade starting pitcher is a lonely business as Mitch Caren goes over his team for the 2004 season.

No Reasonable Offer Refused

Paul Gutgesell quickly goes through his new money allotment, buying several players at the Convention. Charlie McDonnell tries to get Paul's attention to get in on the buying spree.

The World Series

Mark Snyder's Connecticut Crows face off against Phil Grabar's Highwood Grays in the 2003 ABA World Series.

And The Winner Is...

Mark Snyder receives the championship trophy from Commissioner Jerry Valenti. Mark's Connecticut Crows defeated the Highwood Grays in 5 games for their second championship in the past 3 years.

Pass the Coffee

The traditional Sunday morning breakfast at the Blue Fountain Diner. Around the table from left: Mitch Caren, Paul Gutgesell, Phil Grabar, Charlie McDonnell, Al Lanseigne, Brian Hoyt and Norm Babcock.

Nice Suit

At the other end of the table: Brian Elinich, Joe Elinich and Jerry Valenti (on his way to preach the morning sermon) along with Brian, Norm and Mitch.