The Hagerstown Flying Boxcars agreed to a two-year contract extension with manager Mark Minicozzi, keeping him in Hagerstown through the 2028 season. The agreement was announced Oct. 28, 2026, after Minicozzi led the team to a 67-59 record and its first playoff appearance in his first season as manager.
Mark Minicozzi Led Atlantic League Turnaround
The Hagerstown Flying Boxcars produced the biggest single-season turnaround in Atlantic League history, improving by 36 wins. The team won 67 games under Minicozzi, more than it had won in its first two seasons combined.
Minicozzi earned Atlantic League Manager of the Year honors and was named Drake Mid-Season All-Star Manager. He also oversaw the contract purchases of six players, including Connor O’Hara, Cole Roland and Jackson Hauge by MLB organizations.
Hagerstown Flying Boxcars Schedule 2027 Opener
The Hagerstown Flying Boxcars are scheduled to begin their 2027 campaign at Meritus Park on Tuesday, April 20, 2027, against the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs. Tickets will become available later; fans should stay tuned to flyingboxcars.com and social media at goflyingboxcars for updates.
“We are thrilled to have Mark lead the Flying Boxcars for the next two years and beyond,” said General Manager David Blenckstone. “The progress the team made in 2026 under Mark’s leadership was astounding, and I know that will continue into the 2027 season as we strive to bring an ALPB Championship to our amazing fans.”
“I couldn’t be more excited to return to Hagerstown for the 2027 season,” said Manager Mark Minicozzi. “I’m looking forward to building on the foundation that we established in year one, and continuing that success into year two. I’m excited for what’s ahead and can’t wait to see our fans back at Meritus Park.”
Maryland Sports Blog Take
The extension keeps Mark Minicozzi with the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars after he led the team to a 67-59 record, its first playoff appearance and the biggest single-season turnaround in Atlantic League history. The scheduled 2027 opener against the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs at Meritus Park will begin the next season under Minicozzi.
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