Norwich Navigators
From BR Bullpen
- Location: Norwich, CT
- League: Eastern League 1995-2005
- Affiliation: New York Yankees 1995-2002; San Francisco Giants 2003-2005
- Ballpark: Dodd Stadium
After the 1994 season, the Albany-Colonie Yankees moved to Norwich, CT and became the Norwich Navigators. After affiliating with the New York Yankees for eight seasons, the team was the AA affiliate of the San Francisco Giants and in the Eastern League in 2003-2005. They became known as the Connecticut Defenders following the 2005 season.
[edit] Year-by-Year Record
| Year | Record | Finish | Manager | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 70-71 | 5th | Jimmy Johnson | |
| 1996 | 71-70 | 5th | Jim Essian | |
| 1997 | 73-69 | 5th | Trey Hillman | Lost in 1st round |
| 1998 | 66-76 | 8th | Trey Hillman | |
| 1999 | 78-64 | 3rd | Lee Mazzilli | Lost League Finals |
| 2000 | 76-66 | 4th | Dan Radison | |
| 2001 | 83-59 | 3rd | Stump Merrill | Lost in 1st round |
| 2002 | 76-64 | 3rd | Stump Merrill (20-14) / Luis Sojo (56-50) | League Champs |
| 2003 | 62-79 | 10th (t) | Shane Turner | |
| 2004 | 69-73 | 7th (t) | Shane Turner | |
| 2005 | 71-71 | 6th | Dave Machemer |
