Columbia River Colossals

The Columbia River Colossals are a minor league baseball team based in Astoria, Oregon, embodying the mystery of the Columbia River’s depths and the treacherous waters of the Graveyard of the Pacific. Their mascot, Colossal Claude, was first spotted in 1934 by crew members aboard the Columbia River Lightship, a floating lighthouse stationed at the river’s mouth to guide sailors through the perilous crossing. With a team identity rooted in maritime lore and the region’s untamed spirit, the Colossals bring a larger-than-life energy to the game.