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Miners' front office reflects on five-year journey
Erik Haag, executive vice-president of the Southern Illinois Miners, recalls the move to Marion from affiliated baseball and the initial doubts. The team exceeded expectations, averaging 4,200 to 4,500 fans per game over four seasons, driven by regional support and stable management under John and Jayne Simmons, Mike Pinto, and Tim Arseneau. The Miners have not lost a season, reached Frontier League playoffs twice, and begin their fifth season Friday at Gateway.
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