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Scot Hoffman has been named the 2017 Pacific Divison MVP

Sep 14 2017 12:00AM

Scot went 7-4 with a 2.02 ERA for t

Scot went 7-4 with a 2.02 ERA for the Bakersfield Train Robbers. He pitched 71 innings and had 86 strikeouts and 17 walks. As a starting pitcher he had 27 at bats with 6 hits and a .222 average. Scot lead Bakersfield to the playoffs and the #2 seed in the Pacific Divison.

High Desert Yardbirds 10 Bakersfield Train Robbers 3

Jul 31 2017 12:00AM

High Desert Yardbirds 10 Bakers field Train Robbers 3

This game was played on 7/31/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

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Jul 30 2017 12:00AM

High Desert Yardbirds 14 Bakersfield Train Robbers 4

This game was played on 7/30/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 6 California City Whiptails 4

Jul 29 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 6 California City Whiptails 4

This game was played on 7/29/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 16 California City Whiptails 5

Jul 28 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 16 California City Whiptails 5

This game was played on 7/28/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

California City Whiptails 8 Bakersfield Train Robbers 7

Jul 27 2017 12:00AM

California City Whiptails 8 Bakersfield Train Robbers 7

This game was played on 7/27/2017 at Balsitis Park

Bakersfield Train Robbers 5 High Desert Yardbirds 2

Jul 26 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 5 High Desert Yardbirds 2

This game was played on 7/26/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

High Desert Yardbirds 5 Bakersfield Train Robbers 4

Jul 25 2017 12:00AM

High Desert Yardbirds 5 Bakersfield Train Robbers 4

This game was played on 7/25/2017 at Adelanto Stadium

California City Whiptails 3 Bakersfield Train Robbers 1

Jul 24 2017 12:00AM

California City Whiptails 3 Bakersfield Train Robbers 1

This game was played on 7/24/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Francisco Moreno helps the Hollywood Stars down the 5-4

Jul 23 2017 12:00AM

On the mound for the

On the mound for the Hollywood Stars it was Petey Perez who picked up the win throwing 3 innings. He faced 16 hitters.

Daniel Alvarez got the loss for the Bakersfield Train Robbers.

AJ Peterson picked up the save for the Hollywood Stars

For the Hollywood Stars, Francisco Moreno lead the way at the plate going 2-4.

He homered in the game as well.

Pepe Moreno also helped the ballclub at the plate going 1-4.

This game was played in Bakersfield at Sam Lynn Ballpark on 2017-07-23 at 6:00:00 PM

With the win the Hollywood Stars move to 20-36 on the season.

Hollywood Stars play California City Whiptails at Balsitis Park at 7:00:00 PM on Jul 25 2017.

With the loss the Bakersfield Train Robbers move to 34-25 on the season.

Bakersfield Train Robbers play the High Desert Yardbirds at Sam Lynn Ballpark at 7:45:00 PM on Jul 26 2017.

Hollywood Stars 10 Bakersfield Train Robbers 5

Jul 22 2017 12:00AM

Hollywood Stars 10 Bakersfield Train Robbers 5

This game was played on 7/22/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 9 Hollywood Stars 4

Jul 21 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 9 Hollywood Stars 4

This game was played on 7/21/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

The Hollywood Stars top the Bakersfield Train Robbers behind Brandon Worden 2-1

Jul 20 2017 12:00AM

Steven Cazares got the win for the Hollywood Stars thanks to 5 strikeouts. Steven Cazares allowed 1 earned runs on 9 hits and 1 walks over 10 innings.

David Ruiz was the losing pitcher throwing 1 innings with 1 strikoeuts while allowing 1 hits.

For the Hollywood Stars, Brandon Worden lead the way at the plate going 1-4.

He homered in the game as well.

Jacob Woehler also helped the ballclub at the plate going 0-3.

This game was played in Bakersfield at Sam Lynn Ballpark on 2017-07-20 at 7:00:00 PM

With the win the Hollywood Stars move to 18-35 on the season.

Hollywood Stars play Bakersfield Train Robbers at Sam Lynn Ballpark at 7:45:00 PM on Jul 21 2017.

With the loss the Bakersfield Train Robbers move to 34-21 on the season.

Bakersfield Train Robbers play the Hollywood Stars at Sam Lynn Ballpark at 7:45:00 PM on Jul 22 2017.

Bakersfield Train Robbers 9 California City Whiptails 4

Jul 19 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 9 California City Whiptails 4

This game was played on 7/19/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Tucson Saguaros 8 Bakersfield Train Robbers 1

Jul 18 2017 12:00AM

Tucson Saguaros 8 Bakersfield Train Robbers 1

This game was played on 7/18/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

The Lights are on at Sam Lynn in Bakersfield

Jul 18 2017 12:00AM

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Bakersfield, California
Kern County has repaired the lights at Sam Lynn Ballpark. The Lights continued to fail and caused delays in games Friday, Saturday and Monday Night. Kern County Electrical Repairman repaired the lights and games should not be effected for the rest of the season.

High Desert Yardbirds 15 Bakersfield Train Robbers 12

Jul 16 2017 12:00AM

High Desert Yardbirds 15 Bakersfield Train Robbers 12

This game was played on 7/16/2017 at Adelanto Stadium

Bakersfield Train Robbers 14 High Desert Yardbirds 3

Jul 15 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 14 High Desert Yardbirds 3

This game was played on 7/15/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Monterey Amberjacks 8 Bakersfield Train Robbers 3

Jul 13 2017 12:00AM

Monterey Amberjacks 8 Bakersfield Train Robbers 3

This game was played on 7/13/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Tucson Saguaros 3 Bakersfield Train Robbers 1

Jul 11 2017 12:00AM

Tucson Saguaros 3 Bakersfield Train Robbers 1

This game was played on 7/11/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 12 Monterey Amberjacks 0

Jul 10 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 12 Monterey Amberjacks 0

This game was played on 7/10/2017 at Veterans Memorial Park

Monterey Amberjacks 6 Bakersfield Train Robbers 3

Jul 9 2017 12:00AM

Monterey Amberjacks 6 Bakersfield Train Robbers 3

This game was played on 7/9/2017 at Sollecito Park

Monterey Amberjacks 5 Bakersfield Train Robbers 4

Jul 8 2017 12:00AM

Monterey Amberjacks 5 Bakersfield Train Robbers 4

This game was played on 7/8/2017 at Sollecito Park

Bakersfield Train Robbers 10 Monterey Amberjacks 5

Jul 7 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 10 Monterey Amberjacks 5

This game was played on 7/7/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 17 High Desert Yardbirds 15

Jul 6 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 17 High Desert Yardbirds 15

This game was played on 7/6/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

High Desert Yardbirds 9 Bakersfield Train Robbers 5

Jul 5 2017 12:00AM

High Desert Yardbirds 9 Bakersfield Train Robbers 5

This game was played on 7/5/2017 at Adelanto Stadium

Bakersfield Train Robbers 9 Hollywood Stars 3

Jul 4 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 9 Hollywood Stars 3

This game was played on 7/4/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 8 High Desert Yardbirds 4

Jul 3 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 8 High Desert Yardbirds 4

This game was played on 7/3/2017 at Adelanto Stadium

Bakersfield Train Robbers 10 California City Whiptails 9

Jul 2 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 10 California City Whiptails 9

This game was played on 7/2/2017 at Balsitis Park

Bakersfield Train Robbers 13 Hollywood Stars 4

Jul 1 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 13 Hollywood Stars 4

This game was played on 7/1/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Hollywood Stars 11 Bakersfield Train Robbers 9

Jun 30 2017 12:00AM

Hollywood Stars 11 Bakersfield Train Robbers 9

This game was played on 6/30/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 12 California City Whiptails 1

Jun 29 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 12 California City Whiptails 1

This game was played on 6/29/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 3 California City Whiptails 1

Jun 28 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 3 California City Whiptails 1

This game was played on 6/28/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 10 California City Whiptails 4

Jun 27 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 10 California City Whiptails 4

This game was played on 6/27/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

High Desert Yardbirds 8 Bakersfield Train Robbers 5

Jun 26 2017 12:00AM

High Desert Yardbirds 8 Bakersfield Train Robbers 5

This game was played on 6/26/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Tucson Saguaros 16 Bakersfield Train Robbers 6

Jun 25 2017 12:00AM

Tucson Saguaros 16 Bakersfield Train Robbers 6

This game was played on 6/25/2017 at Warren Ballpark

Tucson Saguaros 9 Bakersfield Train Robbers 2

Jun 24 2017 12:00AM

Tucson Saguaros 9 Bakersfield Train Robbers 2

This game was played on 6/24/2017 at Kino Sports Complex

Tucson Saguaros 7 Bakersfield Train Robbers 6

Jun 23 2017 12:00AM

Tucson Saguaros 7 Bakersfield Train Robbers 6

This game was played on 6/23/2017 at Kino Sports Complex

Tucson Saguaros 5 Bakersfield Train Robbers 2

Jun 22 2017 12:00AM

Tucson Saguaros 5 Bakersfield Train Robbers 2

This game was played on 6/22/2017 at Kino Sports Complex

Bakersfield Train Robbers 16 California City Whiptails 10

Jun 21 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 16 California City Whiptails 10

This game was played on 6/21/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 6 California City Whiptails 2

Jun 20 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 6 California City Whiptails 2

This game was played on 6/20/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 15 Monterey Amberjacks 3

Jun 19 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 15 Monterey Amberjacks 3

This game was played on 6/19/2017 at Veterans Memorial Park

Bakersfield Train Robbers 8 Monterey Amberjacks 4

Jun 18 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 8 Monterey Amberjacks 4

This game was played on 6/18/2017 at Sollecito Park

Monterey Amberjacks 7 Bakersfield Train Robbers 0

Jun 17 2017 12:00AM

Monterey Amberjacks 7 Bakersfield Train Robbers 0

This game was played on 6/17/2017 at Sollecito Park

Bakersfield Train Robbers 7 Monterey Amberjacks 5

Jun 16 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 7 Monterey Amberjacks 5

This game was played on 6/16/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 4 Monterey Amberjacks 2

Jun 15 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 4 Monterey Amberjacks 2

This game was played on 6/15/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 11 High Desert Yardbirds 8

Jun 14 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 11 High Desert Yardbirds 8

This game was played on 6/14/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 10 Tucson Saguaros 9

Jun 12 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 10 Tucson Saguaros 9

This game was played on 6/12/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

High Desert Yardbirds 7 Hollywood Stars 6

Jun 12 2017 12:00AM

High Desert Yardbirds 7 Hollywood Stars 6

This game was played on 6/12/2017 at Adelanto Stadium

Bakersfield Train Robbers 5 High Desert Yardbirds 4

Jun 11 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 5 High Desert Yardbirds 4

This game was played on 6/11/2017 at Adelanto Stadium

Bakersfield Train Robbers 6 Tucson Saguaros 1

Jun 10 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 6 Tucson Saguaros 1

This game was played on 6/10/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Tucson Saguaros 6 Bakersfield Train Robbers 4

Jun 9 2017 12:00AM

Tucson Saguaros 6 Bakersfield Train Robbers 4

This game was played on 6/9/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Tucson Saguaros 5 Bakersfield Train Robbers 2

Jun 8 2017 12:00AM

Tucson Saguaros 5 Bakersfield Train Robbers 2

This game was played on 6/8/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Tucson Saguaros 10 Bakersfield Train Robbers 1

Jun 7 2017 12:00AM

Tucson Saguaros 10 Bakersfield Train Robbers 1

This game was played on 6/7/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 11 California City Whiptails 5

Jun 5 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 11 California City Whiptails 5

This game was played on 6/5/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

California City Whiptails 6 Bakersfield Train Robbers 4

Jun 4 2017 12:00AM

California City Whiptails 6 Bakersfield Train Robbers 4

This game was played on 6/4/2017 at Balsitis Park

Bakersfield Train Robbers 9 California City Whiptails 6

Jun 3 2017 12:00AM

The Bakersfield Train Robbers remai

The Bakersfield Train Robbers remained undefeated on Saturday Night against the California City Whiptails.
Bakersfield Train Robbers 9 California City Whiptails 6

This game was played on 6/3/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 5 Monterey Amberjacks 4

Jun 2 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 5 Monterey Amberjacks 4

This game was played on 6/2/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 6 Monterey Amberjacks 5

Jun 1 2017 12:00AM

Bakers field Train Robbers 6 Monterey Amberjacks 5

This game was played on 6/1/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 8 High Desert Yardbirds 6

May 31 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 8 High Desert Yardbirds 6

This game was played on 5/31/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 7 High Desert Yardbirds 2

May 30 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 7 High Desert Yardbirds 2

This game was played on 5/30/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 18 High Desert Yardbirds 7

May 29 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 18 High Desert Yardbirds 7

This game was played on 5/29/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

The Bakersfield Train Robbers get Robbed

May 29 2017 12:00AM

The Bakersfield Train Robbers clubh

The Bakersfield Train Robbers clubhouse was broken into. Numerous Batting Gloves, Pants, Earrings and Random Items were taken. The Train Robbers also lost their Wireless Microphone.

Field Manager Bill Moore "He was walking directly across the street from Sam Lynn Ballpark wearing our stuff when he confronted and arrested by Bakersfield PD. Bakersfield Police Department located a person wearing Train Robbers Gear walking down the road. The Tuesday Night game was delayed by 30 minutes because of recovery"

Bakersfield Train Robbers 15 Monterey Amberjacks 3

May 28 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 15 Monterey Amberjacks 3

This game was played on 5/28/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 5 Monterey Amberjacks 0

May 27 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 5 Monterey Amberjacks 0

This game was played on 5/27/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 3 Monterey Amberjacks 2

May 26 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 3 Monterey Amberjacks 2

This game was played on 5/26/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 13 Monterey Amberjacks 3

May 25 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Train Robbers 13 Monterey Amberjacks 3

This game was played on 5/25/2017 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Pecos League debuts in Bakersfield at Sam Lynn Ballpark

May 21 2017 12:00AM

The Bakersfield Train Robbers hoste

The Bakersfield Train Robbers hosted the California City Whiptails in an exhibition game before several hundred fans at Sam Lynn Ballpark on Saturday Night.

Austin Hoffman hit a two run walk off homer. Nick Vehlewald hit the first home run for the Train Robbers who won the game 14-13.

Drive Inn Movies return to Sam Lynn Ballpark

May 9 2017 12:00AM

Bakersfield Starlight Movie is brin

Bakersfield Starlight Movie is bringing outdoor movies back to Sam Lynn Ballpark beginning May 2017. Dan Leroy is owner of Bakersfield Starlight and he is going to release schedule with shows and times later this week.

The Bakersfield Train Robbers will be hosting vocalist auditions for the 2017 season

May 7 2017 12:00AM

The Bakersfield Train Robbers will

The Bakersfield Train Robbers will be hosting vocalist auditions for the 2017 season on Tuesday, May 16 and Wednesday, May 17 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at historic Sam Lynn Ball Park. Soloists, duets, trios and groups are invited to audition The Star Spangled Banner. Interested parties who would like to tryout should come out to Sam Lynn no later than 7:30pm. Open auditions will be on a first-come, first-serve basis from. All vocal performances must be a cappella and only traditional renditions of songs will be considered for selection.

The top performances will be determined by a judging panel consisting of Bakersfield Train Robbers staff and local community members.

Top performers will sing live at Sam Ball Park during the 2017 baseball season which begins on May 25th and runs through July 28th. The very best performer from both days will be selected to have the honor of singing the National Anthem on Opening Day. All ages are welcome but children should be accompanied by an adult.

Meet Robby the mascot of the Bakersfield Train Robbers

Mar 9 2017 12:00AM

Meet Robby the mascot of the Bakers

Meet Robby the mascot of the Bakersfield Train Robbers

The Bakersfield Train Robbers are pleased to announce Froggy joins Sales Team

Jan 26 2017 12:00AM

The Bakersfield Train Robbers and t

The Bakersfield Train Robbers and the Pecos League are pleased to announce Dennis "Froggy" Gallion will join the team as speciality sales. Froggy has been a fixture in Bakersfield Pro Baseball for over 20 years. Froggy has been at Sam Lynn through all the different MLB Affliated teams that have come and gone through Bakersfield. Froggy will sell programs and join speciality sales team for Bakersfield Train Robbers.

"We are glad to have Froggy he is a part of Bakersfield History." says Bakersfield Manager Bill Moore.

Fans can contact Froggy at Bakersfield@pecosleague.com

The Bakersfield Train Robbers have released their 2017 Schedule.

Jan 22 2017 12:00AM

The Bakersfield Train Robbers have

The Bakersfield Train Robbers have released their 2017 Schedule. It is viewable at online here

2017 will be the 1st season for the Train Robbers at Historic Sam Lynn Ballpark in Bakersfield.

The Train Robbers will play in the Western Division with the High Desert Yardbirds, California City Whiptails and Monterey Amberjacks The Train Robbers play a Spring Training game at home against the California City Whiptails on May 20th. The Train Robbers play 38 home games and 26 away games. High Desert and Monterey cannot host home games until June 2.

The Train Robbers play the Salina Stockade 2 times
The Train Robbers play the High Desert Yardbirds 20 times
The Train Robbers play the California City Whiptails 17 times
The Train Robbers play the Monterey Amberjacks 23 times

The Train Robbers host the High Desert YardBirds for 4th of July Fireworks Special Game.

As tradition in Sam Lynn Park game times will vary between 7:15 PM and 8:00 PM based on the Sun going down behind the batters eye for visibility.

For more information about the Bakersfield Train Robbers visit: http://www.BakersfieldTrainRobbers.com For more infomation about Sam Lynn Ballpark visit: http://www.SamLynnBallpark.com

Explore Sam Lynn Ballpark

Jan 3 2017 12:00AM

Explore Sam Lynn Ballpark one of th

Explore Sam Lynn Ballpark one of the most historic ballparks in the State of California and home of the Bakersfield Train Robbers.

(http://www.SamLynnBallPark.com)

Bill Moore will be the Bakersfield Train Robbers 2017 Field Manager

Jan 1 2017 12:00AM

Bill Moore will be the inaugural Ba

Bill Moore will be the inaugural Bakersfield Train Robbers Field Manager for the 2017 Season. Bill lives in Mesa, Arizona and managed the Garden City Wind in 2016. Bill managed the Santa Fe Fuego in the Pecos League from 2012-2015. The Fuego won the Pecos League Championship in 2014. Bill was named manager of the year in 2014.

"I look forward to continuing the baseball tradition in Bakersfield." says Moore.

Bill Moore will manage his Garden of Gears in the Pecos Spring League for the 5th year in a row in March. Spring Training will begin in Bakersfield on May 19, 2017

Bakersfield becomes home to the Train Robbers in the Pecos League

Jan 1 2017 12:00AM

12/15/2016- Bakersfield, CA – The Pecos League is proud to announce the Train Robbers are moving into Bakersfield, California for the 2017 season.

The Bakersfield Train Robbers will call Bakersfield, California and Historic Sam Lynn Ballpark home for the 2017 season and beyond. The Pecos League is now the primary year round tenant of Sam Lynn Stadium and will offer the stadium to other baseball organizations in the area.

"The Pecos League will is proud to have the Train Robbers play in Bakersfield for the 2017 season. " says Pecos League Commissioner Andrew Dunn The teams colors will be Red, White and Blue. The Teams website can be viewed at http://www.BakesfieldTrainRobbers.com

The Bakersfield Train Robbers will finalize their gameday/coaching staff soon. The Train Robbers will open the season with the High Desert Yard Birds in Bakersfield on May 26, 2017.

The Pecos League is an independent professional baseball league which operates in cities in desert mountain regions throughout California, New Mexico, Kansas, Arizona, West Texas and Southe

Explore Sam Lynn Ballpark Bakersfield, Ca

Jan 1 2017 12:00AM

The Train Robbers play in historic

The Train Robbers play in historic Sam Lynn Ballpark. Sam Lynn Ballpark is the only active Professional Baseball Park that faces West. This causes huge problems as games cannot begin until the sun sets. Despite a 120 foot sun wall that was built nothing is powerful enough to block sun directly behind the centerfield fence.

Due to the setting sun creating a potential hazard for batters, night games were scheduled for several decades with an 8:00 PM start. Years later, night games were scheduled for earlier starting times then delayed in progress until the sun had set and it was safe for the batters. The last in-game sun delay took place on July 3, 1996 and lasted three minutes. Since 1997, the game"s first pitch during the summer months takes place after the sun sets and is based on a timetable that has been updated annually by the official scorer. During this part of the season, the time of the game"s first pitch ranges from 7:15 PM to 7:45 PM. A large steel and sheet metal screen (125 by 50 feet) was constructed in left-center field, but it only offers a minimal amount of help since the measurements for the sun screen were taken during the off season prior to 1993 when the setting sun was not a factor. The question of the ballpark"s strange construction was finally solved by Kevin Eubanks, then-editor of Bakersfield Life Magazine. Eubanks, a former public address announcer for the Bakersfield Blaze, discovered documentation that stated that the ballpark was built inside the one-mile oval horse racing track at what was the original Kern County Fairgrounds, on Chester Avenue. According to a December 4, 1940 article appearing in the town"s newspaper, The Bakersfield Californian, the story begins: "Preliminary work of grading and planting grass seed was under way today by the county work relief department within the mile track at the fairgrounds in preparation for the 1941 baseball season, when Bakersfield will be represented in a Class C professional league. Present plans call for moving lights over from the softball diamond, constructing dressing rooms, and depending largely the present grandstand for seating facilities."[citation needed] In that era, night games across America were usually scheduled for 8 or 8:15 PM starts thus it really didn"t matter, except for tradition, which way the ballparks faced, especially in the lower minors when ballparks were built pretty rapidly with WPA funding. It wasn"t until the 1970s that starting times across America began moving earlier, first 7:30 then later around 7:15 PM.