NALB - May 2012

The Brooklyn Knights and St. Rock Mudcats traded spots atop the division multiple times. However, a strong finish put the Knights three games ahead by the end of May. The Nashville Firecats had no problem keeping their division lead. They extended their lead to 11 games over the Luisville Beasts.

The Key West Corals established themselves as the NALB’s best team after the first two months of the season. With a 37-19 record, they hold a solid five game lead over the Stade Maples. The Richmond Slam and Phoenix Rattlers have battled all season long. Richmond currently has a slight edge with a two game advantage over the Phoenix.

A major milestone was reached by Brooklyn’s Hooks Goetz on May 24, 2012 against Nashville. Goetz hit the 400th home run of his career. He became only the fourth player in NALB history to reach that mark.

May 2012 awards:

League 1
Batter of the Month: Hsiao-lou Yeh (Brooklyn Knights)
Pitcher of the Month: Vincent Cadieux (St. Rock Mudcats)
Rookie of the Month: Tim Hill (St. Rock Mudcats)

League 2
Batter of the Month: Larry Arceniaga (St. James Crusaders)
Pitcher of the Month: William Constable (Key West Corals)
Rookie of the Month: Lou Woodman (Key West Corals)