Crestview Braves

The 1956 Crestview Braves played the season as a minor league affiliate of the Chicago Cubs.

The Andalusia-Opp Indians, Dothan Rebels, Fort Walton Beach Jets, Graceville Oilers and Panama City Fliers joined Crestview in the league, beginning play on April 15, 1954.

The Braves ended the regular season with a 54–66 record, playing under manager Nesbit Wilson and placed fourth, qualifying for the four–team playoffs.

[6] Crestview finished 19.0 games behind the first place Panama City Fliers in the final Alabama–Florida League regular season standings.

[10] With an overall record of 51–59, playing under manager Walt Dixon, Crestview ended their final season 19.0 games behind the first place Graceville Oilers in the league standings.

(2008) Main Street. National Register of Historic Places. Crestview, Florida