The Southern League announced the cancellation of its championship series early Wednesday evening due to the impending uncertainty of Hurricane Irma.
League president Lori Webb said the winners of the North Division series between Chattanooga and Montgomery and the South Division series between Jacksonville and Pensacola will be recognized as co-champions of the 2017 season.
Chattanooga opened the best-of-five North series Wednesday night with a 4-3 triumph at AT&T Field.
“With an abundance of caution, I have made the hard decision to cancel our championship series,” Webb said. “Due to concerns for our players’ safety, coupled with potential shortages of gas, hotel rooms and other items that may hinder the many evacuees leaving the affected area, it seemed like the right thing to do.”
Chattanooga Lookouts
The Lookouts were heavily favored to win this season’s title after rolling through a 91-49 regular season, which included a 49-21 second half. The record was Chattanooga’s best during its time as a member in the Southern League, which was formed in 1964.