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The Tacoma Rainiers are a Minor League Baseball team that is based in Tacoma, Washington. They are the Triple-A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners and currently play in the Pacific Coast League. The team was founded in 1960 and has gone through several name changes over the years.

History and Name Changes

The Tacoma Rainiers were originally known as the Tacoma Giants in 1960 when they were affiliated with the San Francisco Giants. They changed their name to the Tacoma Cubs in 1966 and were affiliated with the Chicago Cubs. In 1972, they became the Tacoma Twins and were affiliated with the Minnesota Twins. The team then became the Tacoma Tugs in 1978 and were affiliated with the Oakland Athletics.

In 1995, the team changed its name to the Tacoma Rainiers and became affiliated with the Seattle Mariners. The name was chosen to honor George Weyerhaeuser, who was a longtime supporter of Tacoma baseball and president of the Weyerhaeuser Company. The team’s logo features a stylized “R” and a mountain range to represent Mount Rainier.

Stadium

The Tacoma Rainiers play their home games at Cheney Stadium, which is located in Tacoma. The stadium was originally built in 1960 and has undergone several renovations over the years. It currently has a seating capacity of 6,500.

Championships and Awards

The Tacoma Rainiers have won several championships and awards throughout their history. They won the Pacific Coast League championship in 1961 and 1969 as the Tacoma Giants, in 1981 as the Tacoma Twins, and in 1991 as the Tacoma Tigers. They have also won their division several times and have had several players win league awards, including Rookie of the Year and MVP.

The Tacoma Rainiers have a rich history and are an important part of the Minor League Baseball system. They have provided countless fans with exciting games and memorable experiences over the years, and they continue to be a valuable asset to the community of Tacoma and the surrounding areas.