The first phase of the regular season in the Dutch Hoofdklasse is over. DOOR Neptunus and the Vaessen Pioniers claimed the first two spots and qualified for the playoffs. Neptunus had a 17-4 record, while the Pioniers were 16-4 with a tie. The second phase starts on Thursday evening with a fresh set of three-game series and clean records for everyone. The Royal Dutch Baseball and Softball Association (KNBSB) changed the format last winter to add some more drama to regular season play.
Standings after Round 1:
- DOOR Neptunus 17-4-0
- Vaessen Pioniers 16-4-1
- L&D Amsterdam 16-5-0
- Corendon Kinheim 12-9-0
- UVV 6-13-2
- ADO Lakers 6-14-1
- Mr. Cocker HCAW 6-15-0
- Mampaey The Hawks 3-18-0