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Location: Cape Girardeau, Mo.

Member Since:  2019

Division Championships: 2 (2019 & 2021)

Prospect League Championships: 1 (2021)

Playoff Appearances: 3 (2019, 2021 & 2023)

PLCS Appearances: 2 (2019 & 2021)

Best Season: 43*-17 (2019)

*Tied 2015 REX for most wins in a single season

All-Time Record (Through 2023): 146-90

Team Website:  www.CapeCatfish.com

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 573-803-3103

Address:  Capaha Field | 1400 Broadway St. | Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

General Manager: Mark Hogan

Field Manager:  Phil Butler (2024)

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Catfish announce 2023 schedule.

Cape Girardeau, Mo. – December 13 – The Cape Catfish released their 2023 game schedule today, which features 58 games (29 home and 29 away), with all home games played at beautiful, historic Capaha Field. https://www.prospectleague.com/sports/bsb/2022-23/schedule?teamId=urpjk4tc5ow4vb3h

The team also announced all games this season will start at 7:05 pm, with the gates opening at 6:05 pm. There will be a couple of afternoon matinees this summer which is something new. Those will be 2:05pm starts and details will be available as the season gets closer. The 2023 Prospect League season starts on Wednesday, May 31st, with the Catfish opening on the road at O’Fallon, Mo. against the Hoots their division rivals. The Catfish then travel to one of the new teams in the league, the Jackson Tennessee Rockabillys on June 2nd before coming home to Capaha Field for their Home Opener on Saturday, June 3rd to face those same Rockabillys. Opening night will be a great time as always so make plans to attend. The schedule then has 28 more home games with many new promotions this year. The first half concludes on Saturday, July 1st. There will be a first-half champion determined from each of the four divisions. A second-half champion will be determined at the regular season final games on August 5th. The post-season playoffs begin, first with each divisional champion, then an Eastern & Western Conference champion, then a best-of-three Prospect League Championship series.

The Catfish were the 12th team to join the prestigious wood bat Prospect League in 2019. Since then 6 more teams have joined including the two newest teams that will be playing in the Western Conference and in the Catfish Prairie Land Division. “The Jackson Rockabillys and the soon-to-be-named team in Marion, Illinois are the newest additions to the Prospect League making their inaugural debut in 2023,” said Catfish President Glenn Campbell. “These two teams are close by and will become our biggest rivals just because of how many times a year we see each other. We wish both franchises well and look forward to playing them this season.”

2023 Reserved Seat Season tickets are available online at capecatfish.com/tickets and at the Catfish office.  Single game tickets and 10 game packs will be available at a later date. There are lots of exciting things planned for 2023, come join the fun!

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Babe Ruth World Series kicks off Monday in Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - The Babe Ruth World Series kicks off on Monday, August 14. This year’s series featuring the division of 16 to18 year-olds will take place in Cape Girardeau.

Event organizers held an open house and official coaches meeting on August 13 at Capaha Field.

Fourteen teams are in southeast Missouri to compete for the title. Ten are from the United States, along with teams from China, Taiwan, Australia and Canada.

Some of the international coaches talked about the travel to get here. Ray Chang, the Team China Coach, said for a lot of his players, this is their first time in the United States.

“For the players, it’s definitely a little bit of a culture shock. A lot of these guys, this is their first time being to the States. I’m just from one state over in Kansas City but for a lot of these guys, it’s the first time,” said Chang.

Pending weather, the first game is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Monday.

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How To Spend A Day In Cape Girardeau, Missouri

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Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is located near Missouri’s Bootheel, the southeastern portion of the Show Me State that resembles a boot’s heel. Whether or not you have the Missouri Bootheel on your bucket list, one thing is for sure: Cape Girardeau needs to be on it. With its rich Civil War and Native American history, its natural beauty, and its excellent dining options, the town makes a great place to spend a day (or two… or three!).

Here are the best things to see and do on a visit to Cape Girardeau.

Visit Trail Of Tears State Park

In the 1830s, about 16,000 Native Americans were forced to walk from their homeland in the southeastern United States to the Indian Territory (Oklahoma). The route, which became known as the Trail of Tears, entailed crossing the Mississippi River near Cape Girardeau.

During the march, a group of Cherokee people became separated from the others when the Mississippi River froze. Stuck in the area without food, water, or supplies, the Native Americans and soldiers had to find a way to survive the winter there. Today, a memorial in the area, now the Trail of Tears State Park , honors the only person to die that winter, a young Cherokee girl.

Trail of Tears State Park’s visitor center acknowledges this chapter of American history with an exhibit that includes a film describing the Trail of Tears and its Missouri connection.

While the park pays tribute to the people who endured the Trail of Tears, it also encourages visitors to explore the area, including an overlook offering impressive views of the Mississippi River. Trail of Tears State Park also features excellent hiking trails, a small lake, and other scenic views. Camping and picnicking areas are available within the park.

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Learn About The Area’s Civil War History

Civil War buffs will find plenty to do in the Cape Girardeau area. While it was a Union stronghold, Cape Girardeau had its Confederate sympathizers. After all, Union soldiers took the area from the Confederate army during the Battle of Cape Girardeau in 1863. Following the battle, the area was protected by four forts: A, B, C, and D.

Today, a replica of Fort D stands on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. The fort is open for tours, and it’s especially crowded during holiday weekends, when Civil War reenactors occupy the grounds and share stories with visitors.

A driving tour of an hour or two will take you to key Civil War spots in the city. From Port Cape Girardeau (now a restaurant) on the river to the Old Courthouse Park with its memorials to the Union and Confederate armies, you can get an up-close look at the area’s Civil War history.

You may also want to visit the Old Lorimier Cemetery , where several of Cape Girardeau’s early leaders are buried. You can pick up a copy of the tour map at the visitor center downtown.

Take A Walking Tour Of The Downtown Area And Riverfront

Cape Girardeau’s riverfront is home to an impressive collection of murals covering Missouri’s history, as well as a state Wall of Fame . Painted on a flood wall designed to protect the downtown area from high water from the Mississippi River, the murals tell the stories of the state’s most significant moments, including the Louisiana Purchase, the Civil War, and the Mississippi River trade. The Hall of Fame murals recognize Missouri natives or citizens from Mark Twain and Harry S. Truman to Stan Musial and Walter Cronkite.

A short walk down the river will take you to Riverfront Park , a small space with trees and flowers as well as a view of the sleek Emerson Bridge that crosses into Illinois.

The downtown area is full of street art, from murals showcasing area history to a sculpture walk that features new designs each year. You’ll also find storefronts dating back to the 1800s and early 1900s.

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Experience Nature And Wildlife

The Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center offers a variety of hiking trails as well as exhibits on hunting, natural resources, and how the two interact. There are also exhibits covering life on the Mississippi River and area wildlife, including fish and birds. The center may be best known, however, for its two-headed rat snake. Found in the wild, the snake was unable to survive on its own, so it now enjoys life at the nature center.

The Lazy L Safari Park is a walk-through zoo featuring an array of animals from llamas and zebras to goats and lemurs. No matter your age, you’ll feel like a kid as you walk around the park, feeding the goats, admiring the white peacock, and looking up at the camels. While you’re at the park, stop in the parakeet jungle and hand-feed the colorful birds as they flock to and land on you. It’s a fun place to visit between April and October.

Eating In Cape Girardeau

Sand’s pancake house.

With entrees under $10, Sand’s Pancake House is a great place to start your day with a hearty breakfast. You can enjoy plate-sized pancakes or other dishes that are sure to fill your plate and satisfy your appetite. The building may look like a hole-in-the-wall diner, but don’t let its looks scare you off. A lot of times, these sorts of places make the best eats! You’ll want to put any diet plans on hold as you sample the biscuits and gravy, corned beef hash, or gigantic omelets. Open daily from 5 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Sand’s draws crowds on weekends.

For an authentic Mexican lunch, stop at Muy Bueno . The restaurant’s menu features tacos and enchiladas as well as other Mexican favorites. Movie buffs will enjoy dining here, since Muy Bueno was a favorite spot for the cast of the movie Gone Girl , which was filmed In Cape Girardeau. Director David Fincher sent the owners an autographed copy of the movie poster. As you enjoy your lunch, the staff might share stories about the actors, including Ben Affleck.

Broussard’s Cajun Cuisine

You’ll think you’re dining in the French Quarter at Broussard’s Cajun Cuisine . Plates overflowing with jambalaya, etouffee, and beans and rice are just some of the items on offer. Since the portion sizes are so large, you might want to split an entree or two with your partner and take home leftovers to your hotel.

Shopping In Cape Girardeau

Cape Girardeau’s downtown area is home to some impressive antique stores and boutiques.

Pastimes Antiques offers visitors more than 10,000 square feet of shopping space and about 50 dealers selling items ranging from vintage dresses to classic magazines. A visit to Pastimes is like taking a walk through history, and there’s a story to go along with almost everything in the store.

Annie Laurie’s Antiques offers visitors an opportunity to explore classic home decor and antiques in a former funeral home.

Where To Stay In Cape Girardeau

Historic kage house.

Located downtown and a short walk from the riverfront, the Historic Kage House was built in the 1880s. Visitors can rent the homey apartment available on the second floor. Kage House requires a minimum stay of two nights.

If you prefer a hotel, Cape Girardeau is home to nearly 20 chain locations. However, Missouri-based Drury hotels offer a comfortable stay at a reasonable rate. Cape Girardeau has four Drury properties: Drury Plaza Hotel , Drury Inn & Suites , Pear Tree Inn West , and Pear Tree Inn Medical Center . The Drury hotels offer midscale hotel accommodations, while the Pear Tree Inn properties are more economical.

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