The 1979 International League was a Class AAA baseball season played between April 11 and September 15. Eight teams played a 140-game schedule, with the top four teams qualifying for the post-season.
The Columbus Clippers won the Governors' Cup, defeating the Syracuse Chiefs in the final round of the playoffs.
Team changes
- The Columbus Clippers ended their affiliation with the Pittsburgh Pirates and began a new affiliation with the New York Yankees.
Teams
Map of teams
Regular season
Summary
- The Columbus Clippers finished with the best record in the league for the first time in franchise history.
Standings
League Leaders
Batting leaders
Pitching leaders
Playoffs
- The Columbus Clippers won their first Governors' Cup, defeating the Syracuse Chiefs in seven games.
Playoff bracket
Awards
All-star team
See also
- 1979 Major League Baseball season
References
External links
- Minor League Baseball official website
