Championship ring stolen from Pittsfield sports display

Police seek public's help to recover 1997 Pittsfield Mets minor league title ring

Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:35pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a shattered baseball championship ring in overlapping planes of navy blue, gold, and red, conveying the loss and fragmentation of a significant piece of local sports heritage.The theft of a cherished championship ring exposes the fragility of local sports history and community pride.Pittsfield Today

Police in Pittsfield, Massachusetts are asking the public for assistance in recovering a 1997 Pittsfield Mets championship ring that was stolen from a display case at a farewell event for the city's historic Wahconah Park baseball stadium. The ring is described as having a blue gem with a 'P' in the middle and commemorating the team's New York-Penn League title that year.

Why it matters

The stolen ring is considered a significant piece of Pittsfield's local sports heritage, as it marks the city's first minor league baseball championship. The theft occurred during a public event honoring the soon-to-be-demolished Wahconah Park, which was home to the Pittsfield Mets until 2001.

The details

According to police, the ring was stolen on Saturday from a 'Berkshire Baseball Table' display featuring historic ballpark memorabilia. Authorities are asking anyone who may have noticed suspicious activity around the display cases to come forward. They are also urging people to report if they see the ring listed for sale online or at local pawn shops.

  • The theft occurred on Saturday during a farewell event for Wahconah Park in Pittsfield.
  • The 1997 Pittsfield Mets won the New York-Penn League championship that year.

The players

Pittsfield Mets

A minor league baseball team that was affiliated with the New York Mets and played at Wahconah Park in Pittsfield, Massachusetts until 2001.

Wahconah Park

A historic baseball stadium in Pittsfield, Massachusetts that is being demolished and renovated as part of a $17 million project. The stadium was home to the Pittsfield Mets until 2001.

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What’s next

Police are asking anyone with information about the stolen ring to contact them directly through private message on Facebook or by calling the department's non-emergency number.

The takeaway

The theft of the 1997 Pittsfield Mets championship ring is a significant loss for the local community, as it represents an important piece of the city's sports history. Recovering the ring will help preserve this heritage and ensure it remains accessible to fans and residents.