The Columbus RedStixx were a minor league baseball team in Columbus, Georgia. They were a Class A team in the South Atlantic League, and a farm team of the Cleveland Indians. The RedStixx played home games at Golden Park, except during 1996. The team's home games were moved to Ragsdale Field on the campus of Columbus State University, while Golden Park was renovated to accommodate events of the 1996 Olympics. The name "RedStixx" refers to the Red Sticks, a faction of Creek Indians of the area. History In 1991, the South Atlantic League expanded, adding two teams, including one in Columbus. The team carried the nickname of the parent club, the Cleveland Indians, during its inaugural year. They took the name "RedStixx" for the remainder of their existence. In 2002, the team announced their intention to move to Eastlake, Ohio following that year's regular season. The team renamed themselves the Lake County Captains. Although the Redstixx left Columbus, the South Georgia Waves arrived in town the next year. The ballparks The RedStixx played at Golden Park (1991-1995, 1997-2002) and for one season (1996) at Ragsdale Field, of Columbus State University. Golden Park, opened in 1951, is still in use and is located at 100 4th Street Columbus, Georgia 31901. Notable alumni David Bell (baseball) (1991) Russell Branyan (1995-1996) Einar Diaz (1993-1994) Ricky Gutierrez (2000, MGR) Maicer Izturis (1999-2000) Damian Jackson (1993) Steve Kline (1994) Ted Kubiak (2001, MGR) Albie Lopez (1992) Torey Lovullo (2002, MGR) 2017 NL Manager of the Year Victor Martinez (2000) 5 x MLB All-Star Jhonny Peralta (2000) 3 x MLB All-Star C.C. Sabathia (1999) 6 x MLB All-Star; 2007 AL Cy Young Award Luke Scott (2002) Marco Scutaro (1996) MLB All-Star Richie Sexson (1994) 2 x MLB All-Star Joel Skinner (1996, MGR) Eric Wedge (1998, MGR) 2007 AL Manager of the Year Enrique Wilson (1994) Jaret Wright (1995) Season-by-season records |- | 1991 || 73 || 69 || 5th || Did Not Qualify |- | 1992 || 77 || 62 || 2nd 1 || Lost in 1st round to Myrtle Beach Hurricanes 2-0. |- | 1993 || 86 || 56 || 2nd || Did Not Qualify |- | 1994 || 87 || 51 || 1st 1 || Lost in 1st round to Savannah Cardinals 2-0. |- | 1995 || 80 || 62 || 3rd 2 || Lost in 1st round to Augusta GreenJackets 2-0. |- |