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NBC World Series Announces Return of Championship Night to Downtown Wichita at Equity Bank Park

Thursday, April 17

WICHITA, Kan. (NBCBaseball.com) - The NBC Baseball Foundation proudly announces that Championship Night of the 2025 NBC World Series, powered by Evergy, will be played at Equity Bank Park on Saturday, August 2, 2025. This momentous decision marks the return of the NBC World... Read More.

NBC Baseball Foundation to Operate Independently in 2025

Thursday, August 22

Release by Wichita Sports Commission & NBC Baseball Foundation WICHITA, KS - The Wichita Sports Commission and NBC Baseball Foundation announced today that the NBC Baseball Foundation, which oversees the NBC World Series, will begin operating independently starting January 1, 2025, after operating alongside the Sports... Read More.

Championship bound! Monarchs rally late to defeat Kansas Cannons in NBC semifinals

Friday, August 2

By Brad HallierFour days ago, the Hutchinson Monarchs were an afterthought at the NBC World Series.Following an 11-run run loss to the Seattle Cheney Studs, the Monarchs had lost their last two games in pool play and limped into bracket play as a third-place... Read More.

Monarchs eliminate Foresters in 2023 NBC World Series championship rematch

Thursday, August 1

By Brad HallierRevenge wasn't served Thursday at Eck Stadium, as the Hutchinson Monarchs defeated the Santa Barabara Foresters for a second straight year at the NBC World Series.The Monarchs completed an unexpected run to the championship last season with a shock victory over the... Read More.

Monarchs blast BeeJays, advance to NBC World Series quarterfinals

Wednesday, July 31

By Brad HallierAfter dropping their last two games in pool play, the Hutchinson Monarchs took out their frustrations on the Liberal BeeJays on Wednesday in the first round of the NBC World Series bracket play.Scoreless and down three runs after four innings, the Monarchs... Read More.

Monarch see NBC win streak snapped in early morning loss to Tulsa Sandlot

Sunday, July 28

By Brad HallierThe Hutchinson Monarchs lost an NBC World Series game for the first time since the 2022 quarterfinals on Sunday, as Tulsa Sandlot jumped to a four-run lead after an inning and then rallied late for a 7-6 win.The game was part of... Read More.

Monarchs start strong in NBC World Series opener, beat Top Prospects Academy

Thursday, July 25

By Brad HallierThe Hutchinson Monarchs opened their NBC World Series title defense Thursday at Hobart-Detter Field, and behind a four-run first inning, beat the Top Prospects Academy-Texas 5-2 at Wichita State's Eck Stadium.It was the first game of the 90th edition of the NBC... Read More.

Five things to know about the Monarchs at the NBC World Series

Sunday, July 21

By Brad HallierThe Hutchinson Monarchs clinched a spot in this year's NBC World Series at Wichita State by winning last year's championship. It was the franchise's first title, and regardless of how this year went the Monarchs were guaranteed a chance to repeat.The Monarchs... Read More.

Baseball ‘Round The Clock Returns to NBC World Series

Tuesday, June 11

-- NATIONAL BASEBALL CONGRESS (NBC) RELEASE -- WICHITA, Kansas – Baseball ‘Round The Clock, once a staple of the NBC World Series in Wichita, is returning to the NBC in 2024 after an eight-year hiatus. Fans will have the opportunity to watch 11 games over the... Read More.

NBC champion Monarchs set to open 2024 season on Saturday

Friday, May 31

By Brad HallierThe Hutchinson Monarchs will open their 2024 season on Saturday at Haysville, but with a new title.For the first time ever, the Hutchinson Monarchs enter a season as the reigning National Baseball Congress champions.The Monarchs, now entering their 16th season, won... Read More.

NBC Royalty: Monarchs down Santa Barbara to Claim First Championship

Sunday, August 13

By Brad Hallier It was fitting the final inning of the 2023 Hutchinson Monarchs season featured these matchups.Reed Scott, the Monarchs' closer, pitching against the Santa Barbara Foresters' Rocco Gonza-Gongora, Nate Voss and Ryan Black.Scott, a Buhler product who just finished his two years at... Read More.

Monarchs harpoon Kraken, advance to NBC World Series championship game

Friday, August 11

By Brad HallierLike Elvis Presley, The Beatles and Taylor Swift, the hits just keep coming for the Hutchinson Monarchs. Now, after a rugged start to the season, the Monarchs are one win away from the NBC World Series championship.The Monarchs continued their jaw-dropping offensive... Read More.