"Pioneers of the Pacific" is an independent documentary film by crackerjack filmmaker Kirk Findlay. Spanning over a century of baseball history in Portland and the Pacific Coast, this captivating film offers something for everyone. With unprecedented access and untold stories, Findlay delves deep into the lives of players, coaches, and fans, unveiling their hidden narratives and showcasing how the triumphs of championship teams contributed to the growth and prosperity of their cities.
Beyond the game, Findlay sheds light on the social fabric of the time, examining the challenges of segregation a integration, as well as the relentless spirit and resilience displayed by individuals and teams in the face of personal and natural adversities.
By identifying unsung heroes, inventive minds, and visionary characters, Findlay showcases the rich heritage of Portland's baseball legacy, evoking pride in both its vibrant community and the cherished teams of yesteryear.
Longtime radio voice Bob Blackburn recreates games, Jim Turner’s colorful Ducks team of 1929, and Portland Pioneer and hero Frank Warren. Rare film archives taken over a century ago from Heppner, Oregon, Mayor Baker’s opening day pitch of 1927, the Hollywood Hankie Wave, and the 61-game hitting streak of Joe Dimaggio in the Coast League to the renegade Mavericks team of the 1970s, and the film delivers the definitive history of baseball on the West Coast.
