Willie Crawford Aims for Big 72 Season Adjustments
Dodgers outfielder Willie Crawford discusses adjusting to different ballparks and weather, aiming for a strong 1972. He notes Houston Dome conditions affect play and his .137 batting under the roof, while he and teammates Davis and Frank Robinson form a solid outfield core for a Western division chase.
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Dodgers rebuild smart for 1972 season in Florida notes
The Dodgers under Walter Alston shape a veteran core with top talent from Walter O Malley era. Key returnees include Maury Wills and Frank Robinson, with pitchers Downing Osteen and Sutton plus young Bill Singer, Donn. Hoyt Wilhelm joins as a rookie option while outfield depth features Willie Davis and Willie Crawford. Houston trip closing note hints at Alston past in Houston Buffs.
F Robinson Scarce Item During Spring
Coco a Florida spring reports show Frank Robinson absent from all Houston Dodgers spring meetings. Astros fear his bat will boost LA in the 1972 pennant race, yet he has not appeared in uniform in Cocoa Vero Beach or Daytona Beach. His mere presence stirs Grapefruit League attention as Dodgers hope for a quiet summer for the slugger.
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Osteen Faces 714 Milestone Amid Pitching Echoes
In a Sparking Vero Beach scene Claude Osteen reflects on Don Drysdale leaving the Dodgers radar. Henry Aaron nears Babe Ruth’s 714. Osteen, with 15 years in, has allowed 13 Aaron homers as he eyes the next big feat and enduring fame.
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Grabarkewitz Or Garvey A Dodgers Opening Dilemma
The article discusses whether Billy Grabarkewitz or Ron Garvey should start at third base for the Dodgers opening day. Grabarkewitz, recently healthy after injuries, competes with Garvey, who hit a cleanup homer against Don Wilson in a game, highlighting Garvey's potential impact.
Walter Alston key cog as Dodgers seek repeat successes
Alston, the Dodgers’ patient, tactful manager, has steered the team to six NL pennants and four World Series titles since 1954. His talent lies in getting others to perform, handling stars and rookies alike, as LA aims to edge Houston in a tight West race over a 162 game season.
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Retreads and Stars Fill Dodgers Farm System List
Los Angeles notes a large number of 1972 Dodgers who were turned down or acquired in trades shaping the farm system. Names seen or inferred include Maury Wills Al Downing Tommy John Pete Pikkleson Claude Osteen Pete Richert Manny Mota Frank Robinson Jim Brewer and Jose Pena.
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