Punxsutawney hosted semi–pro teams prior to beginning full minor league play.
In 1900, Baseball Hall of Fame member Rube Waddell was suspended for two months by the Pittsburgh Pirates, during which time he pitched for the Punxsutawney team.
[2] The Bradford Drillers, DuBois Miners, Erie Sailors, Hornell Pigmies, Kane Mountaineers, Oil City Oilers and Olean Refiners teams joined Punxsutawney in beginning league play on May 14, 1906.
[5] Punxsutawney and the other Interstate League franchises operated with a team salary cap of $750 per month for the total roster.
After beginning 1907 play in the eight–team league, Punxsutawney ended their final season with a record of 33–26 as Milt Montgomery and W. J.