Moline Plowboys

Professional baseball in Moline dates back to the 1880s, but the Plowboys name became firmly associated with the city in the early 1900s.

The team played in several leagues, including:

Western League

Three-I League

Mississippi Valley League

The club appeared in multiple incarnations over several decades, making the Plowboys one of the most enduring baseball identities in Illinois.

Over the years the Plowboys played at several fields, but eventually became associated with:

Browning Field

Opened in 1924.

Today Browning Field is still standing and remains one of the most historic sports venues in the Quad Cities.

The Plowboys played there during the later years of their existence.