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Newspaper
Long Branch Daily Record
Location
Long Branch, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1912
Page
10
Veteran catcher Joe Sudgen praises today’s players for education and polish. He notes fewer drinkers, better manners, and a smoother path to the majors as scouts watch closely and minor leagues emulate the improved standard.
Pittsburgh out fielder Mike Donlin, a popular idol, faced gatekeepers on arrival at the ballpark. After a tense exchange about tickets, he entered via the press gate with a reporter and watched the game before departing for New York to visit his wife.
Baseball feature by Tommy Clark discusses pitchers who can hit and the rarity of two-way players. It cites Jack Coombs Charley Bender Ray Caldwell Orey Crandall Harry McIntyre George Mullin Gus Willett and Elmer Brown as notable hitting pitchers and notes the general strain on pitchers and catchers in games.
George Van Haltren, veteran of the game, criticizes umpiring as the toughest, noting his career spans player manager scout and umpire. He argues umpires face relentless, unredressed criticism from fans managers magnates and scouts who shield players and blame officials.
Clarke Lays, famed manager of the former world champion Pittsburgh National League club, publishes ten rules for players. The code bans smoking, drinking, late hours, gambling, grouchiness, procrastination, backbiting, quitting, sulking, and baiting umpires, with the captain handling required protests.
The Washington Americans star Walter Johnson is described as exceptionally popular among teammates. His humble attitude, loyalty, and team spirit are highlighted as key to his value beyond his pitching prowess.
Larry Lajoie is shifted from second to first base by manager Harry Davis to form the strongest infield combination. Observers noted his superior hitting and fielding at first, while his move at second was questioned due to coverage by the shortstop. The Naps hope the lineup improves and improves their chances this season.
Baseball lore recalls Nap Lajoie urging youngsters to play airtight until the finish. He cites 1906 Chicago game chaos with seven Chicago errors paving an 8 to 6 Detroit defeat, illustrating how a big lead can slip away with late misplays and wild fielding.
Phillies veteran Hans Loberts argues modern pitchers rely on straight balls and balls with a hop rather than true curves. He cites reduced use of drop and roundhouse curves, noting many so called curves are just fast balls with slight angle or late hops.
Bobby Wal lace notes Wallace has a remarkable thirteen year fielding streak as a shortstop with the St Louis Americans. He posts exceptional averages and was top in assists and putouts in 1902, the year he debuted in the American league, remaining near the lead through his career.
Baseball history recalls catcher Wilbur Robinson who hid his signals for twenty years. In a 1920s game, St Louis coach Joe Sugden, sitting near Kane, deciphered Robinsons signs using a fan program and relayed them to the batter, helping Baltimore beat St Louis after weeks of opponents failing to read the signs.
St Louis Nationals manager Bresnahan argues for stronger pitchers to ease the hitters worry. He contends a tougher hurler intimidates batters and favors bigger, durable pitchers over smaller ones for sustained success.
Jimmy Esmond emerged as a strong infield find for Cincinnati after Clark Griffith observed him in Jersey City. The Red's pursuit stemmed from a need for a reliable infielder, with Esmond’s early playing trials hinting at a future fit.
Grifith, watching Esmond during a Jersey City game, quickly lands the young shortstop after noting his brilliance in bunts and fielding. Esmond, who recovered from a lame arm and deumation, has lived up to early notices as a top NL prospect.
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