The Society for American Baseball Research (SABR) was formed in August 1971 in Cooperstown New York. It now consists of more than 6,700 members — including many prominent writers, officials and players — worldwide. Along with its publications, SABR set the foundation for on-going baseball research by establishing three research committees in 1971 (Biographical, Minor Leagues, and Negro Leagues). Today, SABR has 19 research committees covering such topics as ballparks, baseball records, scouts and umpires. Any SABR member willing to help the committee’s efforts is eligible to participate.

SABR Regional groups exist in more than 30 locations inside and outside the United States. These groups meet regularly to talk baseball and share information and ideas. Often, meetings will feature former players and current or former baseball executives and media to discuss baseball. Since 1972, SABR has staged an annual national convention, growing from 23 participants to an average of more than 450 registrants in the last decade. One long weekend each summer, SABR members gather from all over to immerse themselves in the game they love. The schedule includes research presentations (historical and statistical), guest speakers, bestowing of the Bob Davids Award, question and answer sessions with former players, tours, ballpark trips, research committee meetings, a vending area, and an often amazing trivia contest, with one track for teams of four participants and another for individual players. For many SABR convention-goers, the best part is just finding a space to talk baseball with friends old and new.

SABR is easy to join, there’s no secret handshake required. Membership dues include this year’s publication schedule (The SABR Bulletin, Baseball Research Journal, The National Pastime, a special publication and the latest membership directory) mailed to you at no extra charge. Membership makes part of an amazing network to ask and answer questions and share the highest level of enthusiasm for baseball. Special rates are offered for students and seniors.

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About the Rocky Mountain Chapter of SABR

The Rocky Mountain Chapter of SABR was founded in 1989 and has grown steadily ever since. Membership includes baseball aficionados from Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, Utah, Idaho and Wyoming. Meetings are held approximately every quarter, most frequently at the Wynkoop Brewery in the Ballpark District in Lower Downtown Denver.

The chapter enjoys an especially close relationship with the Colorado Rockies Baseball Club which sponsors The Annual RMSABR Banquet gala in November. Past speakers at regional chapter gatherings include: Hall of Fame Pitcher Steve Carlton, Pacific Coast League President Branch Rickey III, Colorado Rockies General Manager Dan O’Dowd, Director of Baseball Administration Tony Siegel, Vice President of Finance Michael Kent, Director of Scouting Pat Daugherty, Director of Community Affairs Roger Kinney, Former Houston Astros Manager Larry Dierker, Former St. Louis Cardinals/Kansas City Royals Manager Whitey Herzog, Former American League Umpire Jim Evans, Former Kansas City Monarchs Shortstop Byron Johnson, Colorado Historical Society Author Jay Sanford, Syndicated Hall of Fame Baseball Writer Tracy Ringolsby, ESPN Baseball Analyst Dave Campbell and KOA Broadcasters Wayne Hagin and Jeff Kingery, Longtime Colorado Baseball Writer and Official Scorekeeper Frank Haraway, Former Rochester Redwings Broadcaster Joe Cullinane, Rockies Pitcher and SABR member Jerry Dipoto as well as numerous player panels.