Lefty David Orlein and righty T.J. Mathews (en route to an MLB career) both posted a 10-1 mark, and closer Jamie Cochrane set a NY-Penn League saves record with 40.
In their five seasons at Bernie Arbour Stadium, the Redbirds developed future Major League talent that included NFL Pro Bowl defensive back Brian Jordan, first baseman John Mabry, pitchers Allen Watson and Donovan Osborne.
The Redbirds inaugural season also featured a rarity when Auburn Astros centrefielder Kenny Lofton hit into an unassisted triple play to the hands of first baseman Joe Federico.
He was a graduate of Cortland State University and was handed the reins of the operations when traveled Minor League executive Ric Jacobson was released after one season.
While local government was not supportive there were voices at city council including mayor Robert Morrow and alderman Tom Murray who tried hard to salvage the bid.