Cronin eyes Toto the gorilla as Red Sox pitcher option
In a humorous wrap, the Boston manager Joe Cronin considers recruiting Toto the gorilla from the Sarasota zoo to bolster pitching. The piece notes Sox past missteps, current veterans, rookies, and the lone durable arm Robert Grove age 41, with hopes for 12 to 15 wins amid an uncertain staff.
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Opening Day Slated as MLB Sees Army Calls
The 1H1 major league season opens April 15 as teams adjust rosters for wartime service. Key players facing call include Bob Feller of the Indians Henry Greenberg of the Tigers John Rigney of the White Sox and Ted Williams of the Red Sox.
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