New Inductees for American Association Hall of Fame in Lincoln
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The American Association of Professional Baseball (AAPB) announced its three newest members to the league’s Hall of Fame. Two of the members are Lincoln Saltdog’s coach, Jim Abel and former player, Nate Samson.
The three members will be inducted on Tuesday, July 14 at a dinner banquet in Lincoln. The Lincoln Station Great Hall will host the event in alongside the 2026 American Association All-Star Game.
“We are proud to induct three of the finest individuals ever to be part of the American Association,” said American Association Commissioner Joshua Schaub. “This class, like the ones before it, reflects the very fabric of our league and has helped shape it into what it is today. Without their vision, leadership, and excellence, we would not be where we are now.”
Abel established the Lincoln Saltdogs in 2001 and is currently the owner. He is the Chairman & CEO of NEBCO, Inc which involves construction, real estate development and much more.
Samson participated in the American Association for a decade with record-breaking statistics. He played for many teams including the Lincoln Saltdogs for two seasons in 2022 and 2023.
