PENSACOLA

CRACKERS

 

ABOUT SAM:

Earliest Baseball Memory: Watching the Twins at age 5 on TV with my dad when they beat the Athletics in 2002 and cheering for Torii Hunter. Didn’t realize at the time how rare postseason victories were going to be in my life.

Cherished Autograph or Photo Opp: I don’t have a lot of autographs, probably Paul Krause.

Brushes with Fame: One of my best friend’s family growing up knew Paul Krause, so I got to visit him at his house and talk about football and get his autograph.

Shirt Size: Adult Medium

Biggest Trade Regret: Surprisingly, not Mookie Betts, I believed in that decision and thought the sacrifice may win me a championship. I most regret trading Hoerner.

Streaming TV Networks: ESPN, Paramount Plus, NBC, wherever I can find soccer.

I’m Loyal to This Brand: Microsoft Excel, TI-30XIIS Calculator, Cracklin’ Oat Bran.

Favorite Vacation: Port Aransas TX or any sports stadium.

Best Uniform in All of Sports: 2010/2011 Home FC Barcelona Jersey or 2012-2013 FC Barcelona Jersey.

Why I Love PGB: The fun community and level of interest! It’s fun to play in a keeper league with a bunch of committed guys!

    

MANAGER RECORD

(Team founded by Sam’s father, Matt Bentz)

Seasons: 9
Record: 822-636 (.564)
Playoffs: 6
World Series: 1
Championships: 2025
MVPs: Juan Soto (2021)
Cy Young: Jacob DeGrom (2022)
Rookie of the Year: 0
Playoff MVPs: Juan Soto (2025)