Pirates' Chandler among Florida Complex League's top names

Pirates right-hander Bubba Chandler, the team's No. 9 prospect, will make his pro pitching debut in the Florida Complex League after giving up a football scholarship to play quarterback at Clemson in favor of signing for $3 million as a third-round pick in last year's draft. See what other prospects fans should keep an eye on in Florida this summer.

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— MLB Pipeline (@MLBPipeline) June 3, 2022
The Florida Complex League and Dominican Summer League start today. A look at some of the top Red Sox prospects who will be there, starting with Miguel Bleis - the most exciting Red Sox intl prospect in years https://t.co/s5dqbYuJZP via @BostonGlobe
— Alex Speier (@alexspeier) June 6, 2022
Here is the roster for the #Mets affiliate in the Florida Complex League, which opens its season today.

Notable players making the jump from the DSL include Jefrey De Los Santos, Richard Brito, and Douglas Orellana.

And yes, Adrian Hernandez returns after retiring last year. pic.twitter.com/pdwG1YWTDT
— Jacob Resnick (@Jacob_Resnick) June 6, 2022
The FCL schedule has arrived! ⚾️🥳

Florida Complex League (FCL), operated by Minor League Baseball, is a Rookie-level circuit that plays at CoolToday Park during summer months, where fans can enjoy complimentary admission.

*Game times, schedule, and details subject to change. pic.twitter.com/W0YEI440tt
— CoolToday Park (@cooltodaypark) June 3, 2022
The Florida Complex League and the Dominican Summer League both officially kick off tomorrow. This means that the following Nationals Top-30 Prospects are set to begin their seasons:

#5 OF Cristhian Vaquero (DSL)
#8 SS Armando Cruz (FCL)
#14 OF Roismar Quintana (FCL)
— Minor League Sports Town (@DCSportsCast) June 6, 2022
Notable prospects added to the Red Sox’ Florida Complex League roster today:

Jedixson Paez
Luis Perales
Elmer Rodriguez-Cruz
Enderso Lira
Ahbram Liendo
Alex Zapete
Miguel Bleis (!)
Juan Chacon
Jhostynxon Garcia

FCL season starts on Monday.
— Brendan Campbell (@brendan_camp) June 3, 2022
A reminder that the Florida Complex League opens today. The Rays play host to the Orioles at Charlotte Sports Park. Game time is noon and it's free to the public. Rays have added another 13 players to their roster, giving them 46.
— Patrick Obley (@PMOWriter) June 6, 2022
Today starts the Florida Complex League and here is the entire roster for the FCL Tigers. Notables include:
-RHP Rayner Castillo
-INF Clayton Campbell: Infielder from New Zeeland, played in AFL.
-Adinso Reyes
-J.D. McLaughlin 2021 20th round draft pick
-Tanner Kohlhepp pic.twitter.com/yVVyluNUwo
— Tigers Minor League Report (@tigersMLreport) June 6, 2022
Miguel Bleis is batting second and playing center field in his first game in the States. Bunch of new guys to follow when the Florida Complex League opens at noon.
— Red Sox Stats (@redsoxstats) June 6, 2022
The Phillies announced their Minor League Players of the Month for April. Among the trio of players honored was Corey Phelan, who is currently battling cancer. https://t.co/lM5EwGdoPN
— Phillies Nation (@PhilliesNation) May 5, 2022
The #MNTwins & Padres finalized their April 6 trade (Rogers/Rooker for Paddack/Pagan/PTBNL).

The Twins acquired minor league RHP Brayan Medina. Medina was the Padres 14th ranked prospect by MLB. The 19-year old will report to the Florida Complex League. #TwinsOnTheFarm
— Dustin Morse (@morsecode) April 21, 2022
Yankees announce their Florida Complex League coaching staff:
Manager - Sergio Santos
Pitching Coaches - Brett DeGange, Preston Claiborne
Hitting Coaches - Ryan Chipka, Rick Guarno
Defensive Coaches - David Adams, James Cooper, Brandon Oliver, Antonio Pacheco
— Eli Fishman (@elijfishman) April 16, 2022

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FCL Divisions & Recent Champions

FCL East	FCL North	FCL South
Astros Blue	Blue Jays	Braves
Astros Orange	Phillies East	Orioles Black
Cardinals	Phillies West	Orioles Orange
Marlins	Tigers East	Pirates Black
Mets	Tigers West	Pirates Gold
Nationals	Yankees	Rays
		Red Sox
		Twins

Recent Florida Complex League champions

2018 - GCL Tigers West
2017 - GCL Yankees East
2016 - GCL Cardinals
2015 - GCL Red Sox
2014 - GCL Red Sox
2013 - GCL Nationals
2012 - GCL Pirates
2011 - GCL Yankees
2010 - GCL Phillies

* No champions were crowned in 2019-20

Florida Complex League teams and locations

Team(s)	City	Stadium	Capacity
FCL Astros Blue, Orange	West Palm Beach, Florida	FITTEAM Ballpark of the Palm Beaches	6,500
FCL Cardinals	Jupiter, Florida	Roger Dean Stadium	7,200
FCL Marlins	Jupiter, Florida	Roger Dean Stadium	7,200
FCL Mets	Port St. Lucie, Florida	First Data Field	7,160
FCL Nationals	West Palm Beach, Florida	FITTEAM Ballpark of the Palm Beaches	6,500
FCL Braves	Lake Buena Vista, Florida	Champion Stadium	9,500
FCL Pirates Black, Gold	Bradenton, Florida	Pirate City	7,500
FCL Phillies East, West	Clearwater, Florida	Carpenter Complex	500
FCL Tigers East, West	Lakeland, Florida	Joker Marchant Stadium	8,500
FCL Yankees	Tampa, Florida	George M. Steinbrenner Field	11,000
FCL Blue Jays	Dunedin, Florida	Englebert Complex	5,500
FCL Orioles Black, Orange	Sarasota, Florida	Ed Smith Stadium	8,340
FCL Rays	Port Charlotte, Florida	Charlotte Sports Park	7,000
FCL Red Sox	Fort Myers, Florida	JetBlue Park at Fenway South	8,000
FCL Twins	Fort Myers, Florida	Lee County Sports Complex	7,500

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The Florida Complex League, operated by Minor League Baseball, is a Rookie-level circuit that has operated in Florida since 1964. Most games are played at Major League Spring Training complexes and are open to the public with free admission. Click here for league details and a team directory.