established, 2006

Owner and General Manager: Brent Kirwan Head Coach: Steve Keller (Wenatchee Valley College) Ballpark: Larson Field Address: 2501 South Broadway Avenue Capacity: 1,234 Dimensions: LF- 335' CF- 380' RF- 335' Signature: Home of 2000 Babe Ruth World Series

Pro to Watch: AJ Morris (Kansas State), Pitcher, Washington Nationals

Morris debuted in professional baseball last summer after being selected in the 4th round of the 2009 MLB draft by Washington. The Big 12 Pitcher of the Year made eight starts for the Hagerstown Suns of the South Atlantic League to finish up his rookie season. A.J. pitched for Moses Lake in 2008, led the league in strikeouts with 57 and was named first-team All-WCL.

Big Man on Campus: Steve Tinoco, Outfielder, Long Beach State

As a junior last spring, Tinoco led the Dirtbags with a .343 batting average. Steve finished the season by going 5-for-5 with three home runs at South Carolina. Tinoco moved from the outfield to first base where he should start again in 2010. The senior from Coto de Caza, California led Moses Lake to a West Coast League title in 2007, hit a team-leading .331 (3rd best in the WCL) and was named first-team All-WCL as an outfielder.

Keep an eye on:
Chris Casazza, Infielder, Tarleton State University, Sr.
Matt Lujan, Pitcher, University of San Francisco, Jr.
Mike McCarthy, Pitcher, Cal State Bakersfield, Jr.
Daniel Wolford, Pitcher, University of California, Berkeley, Sr.

2009 Roster (Printable Version)

2009 Stats

For more information on the Pirates visit www.mlpirates.com

Moses Lake Pirates 2165 Westshore Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837 (509) 764-8200 Community: Moses Lake Washington Population: 16,123 Must Eat: Michael's On The Lake and Bar B Que Depot Watering Hole: Sporty's and Ram's Ripple Must See: A Pirates Baseball Game!

Moses Lake is your outdoor recreational oasis! The lake is made up of three main arms which are over 18 miles long and up to one mile wide. It is the largest, natural body of fresh water in Grant County. Moses Lake has over 120 miles of shoreline and covers 6,500 acres. In addition, Moses Lake has numerous parks and campground facilities. Many other lodging options are available with prices to fit any pocketbook. While you are here, be sure to visit our Family Aquatic Center complete with waterslides, drop slides and more! Residents and tourists alike enjoy a variety of family events, concerts and other activities, now including the Moses Lake Pirates! Have a great time and enjoy the area!