quebec Major Baseball League Gears Up for Exciting Season
The Quebec major Baseball League (LBMQ) is set to launch its new season on May 14th,with the reigning champions,the Cascades Go Sport of Shawinigan,hosting the st-Jean-sur-le-Richelieu Pirates in a highly anticipated matchup.
the league’s annual general meeting, held on february 26th, confirmed the return of all ten teams from the previous year, maintaining the existing two-division structure. Each team will engage in a 30-game regular season schedule, featuring four games against divisional rivals, two games against teams from the opposing division, a home-and-away series against a designated rival, and two home games against the U17 and U16 squads from the Baseball Canada Academy.
In a move to streamline the playoff format, the LBMQ has decided to delay the creation of a general classification until the semi-final stage. This change aims to minimize travel burdens for teams and ensure a more focused playoff experience leading up to the championship.
While the idea of hosting a portion of the All-Star game in sorel was initially considered,the LBMQ ultimately decided against it. Despite the project’s potential, logistical challenges related to the late July date and the proximity to the mid-August playoffs proved to be significant hurdles. Moreover, given the financial strain experienced by organizations during the past two COVID-affected seasons, the LBMQ opted not to participate in the upcoming Canadian Championship in Sidney, Nova Scotia.
in a notable player transaction, the cascades Go Sport traded Simon Brisebois to the Montreal Jets in exchange for two third-round draft picks in 2022 and 2023. Brisebois, a seasoned LBMQ veteran with five seasons under his belt (three with St-Jérôme and two with St-Jean-sur-le-Richelieu), boasts an impressive career batting average of .323,along with 23 home runs and 114 RBIs.
Keeping It Local: A Chat with Jean Tremblay about the Quebec Major Baseball League
Welcome back, baseball fans! Today, we have a special guest, former LBMQ star and current commentator, Jean tremblay, joining us to discuss the upcoming season. Jean, thanks for stopping by.
Jean: Always a pleasure to chat baseball,especially about the LBMQ.
Moderator: The league’s gearing up for an exciting kickoff on May 14th, with the Cascades Go Sport defending their title against the st-Jean-sur-le-Richelieu Pirates. Are you looking forward to that matchup?
jean: Absolutely! That’s a fantastic way to start the season.The Cascades have a target on their backs, but the Pirates are always tough competition. It should be a real nail-biter.
Moderator: The LBMQ decided to delay the creation of a general classification until the semi-finals. Do you think this new playoff format will benefit the league?
Jean: It’s an interesting move. Focusing the playoff experience could work in the LBMQ’s favor, especially in terms of minimizing travel and building momentum.
I’m curious to see how the players and coaches adapt to this change. It could add an extra layer of strategy to the season.
Moderator: Speaking of strategy, the Cascades Go Sport made a notable trade, sending Simon Brisebois – a seasoned LBMQ veteran – to the Montreal Jets in exchange for two third-round draft picks. Was this a wise move, in your opinion?
Jean: That’s a tough one. Brisebois is a proven talent with a strong track record. Losing someone with his experience is always a blow. However, the Cascades potentially gained valuable assets for the future with those draft picks. It’s a gamble, but sometiems those gambles pay off in the long run.
What do you think, fans? Do you agree with the Cascades’ decision to trade Brisebois?
Moderator: The LBMQ also opted out of participating in the Canadian Championship in Sidney this year, citing financial constraints from the COVID-affected seasons. Do you think this was the right call?
Jean: It’s a arduous situation. The Canadian Championship is a great possibility for exposure and competition, but I understand the financial realities facing the LBMQ teams. Hopefully, they can bounce back financially and return to the national stage soon.
Moderator: We saw the possibility of shared All-star festivities in Sorel earlier this year, but that idea ultimately got shelved. Do you think Sorel had the potential to host a successful All-Star event?
Jean: Sorel has a passionate baseball community, so I think they would have put on a great show. This year’s scheduling just wasn’t conducive to making it work. Hopefully, the LBMQ will keep Sorel in mind for future All-Star events.
Moderator: Thanks for sharing your insights with us, Jean. This promises to be a thrilling season for the LBMQ. To our readers, let us know your thoughts! Should the Cascades Go Sport have kept Brisebois? What are your predictions for this year’s championship? We wont to hear from you!
