November 13, 2023 – Pacific Coast League (PCL) – El Paso Chihuahuas News Release
LAS VEGA, Nev. – El Paso Chihuahuas Sr. Vice President & General Manager Brad Taylor has been named Minor League Baseball’s Executive of the Year, it was announced at the Minor League Baseball Fall Meetings in Las Vegas, Nev.
This marks the first-ever Executive of the Year award for Taylor who is a 29-year veteran in Minor League Baseball (MiLB).
“Individuals get honored or recognized when organizations consistently do good things,” Taylor said. “I’m humbled to represent our organization, all of whom work daily with a mission and a purpose to be the best. Our team is why I got honored. I’m very fortunate to be in El Paso with the best ownership group and the best staff.”
“Since he joined MountainStar Sports Group in 2013, Brad has embraced our mission of improving the quality of life and promoting economic development in our region,” said Josh Hunt, Co-Owner and Chairman of MountainStar Sports Group. “His involvement in the community and with various non-profits, and his leadership of the Chihuahuas have been critical to accomplishing these objectives. On behalf of our entire ownership group, we thank and congratulate Brad.”
The only general manager in Chihuahuas history, the organization is coming off its 10th Year Celebration, a season which resulted in team records in multiple key business categories. Year after year, the Chihuahuas finish amongst the top teams in both the Pacific Coast League and MiLB in ticket sales, corporate partnership sales and always in the top-5 percent in merchandise sales.
“On behalf of our entire organization, I want to congratulate Brad for this well-deserved recognition,” said Alan Ledford, MountainStar Sports Group President. “Since joining MSSG in 2013, Brad has always brought a passion for our business, fans and the entire El Paso community. His leadership, creativity and vision have been critical to the organization’s accomplishments and success over the long-term. We are all very proud of Brad and this honor.”
Since his arrival in El Paso in 2014, Taylor has witnessed the groundbreaking of Southwest University Park, helped build the front office staff, and led the charge as the Chihuahuas successfully launched their brand on October 22, 2013. Under Taylor’s guidance, the Chihuahuas have become the top selling merchandise brand in Minor League Baseball (MiLB), a feat that includes the top social media ranking (more than 300K followers…
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