1978 Western Carolinas League


The 1978 season was the Western Carolinas League's 19th, and 6 teams competed in the league that year.

Level: A
Season Began: Friday, April 14, 1978
Season Ended: Saturday, September 2, 1978

1978 Western Carolinas League Standings
1978 Western Carolinas League League Leaders

Asheville Tourists (73-67) - Roster | Statistics - Texas Rangers affiliate
Charleston Pirates (47-93) - Roster | Statistics - Pittsburgh Pirates affiliate
Gastonia Cardinals (69-71) - Roster | Statistics - St. Louis Cardinals affiliate
Greenwood Braves (82-57) - Roster | Statistics - Atlanta Braves affiliate
Shelby Reds (75-64) - Roster | Statistics - Cincinnati Reds affiliate
Spartanburg Phillies (73-67) - Roster | Statistics - Philadelphia Phillies affiliate


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