The St. Michael Mikes, an American Legion baseball squad, have locked in a berth at the Minnesota American Legion State Tournament after a season that combined steady improvement with a series of clutch playoff victories.
The tournament kicks off on July 30 and will run through the weekend in New Ulm, where the Mikes will face a pair of regional rivals in their opening games.
In Substate 8 play the team posted a 2‑1 record, dropping a hard‑fought game to Champlin Park before rallying to win two straight and punch their ticket to the state field.
Their elimination‑bracket run featured a dramatic comeback over Totino‑Grace, a game that swung in the final innings and showcased the squad’s resilience.
The championship double‑header saw the Mikes dominate, posting 5‑1 and 8‑1 victories that capped a memorable stretch of play.
The club has a storied history of state titles, having captured multiple championships across previous seasons, a fact that adds context to their current push.
Upcoming Matchups
On Thursday the Mikes will meet St. Louis Park at 3 p.m. before turning their attention to a home‑state showdown with New Ulm at 6 p.m., giving fans a double‑header to start the tournament.