Yankees hold early edge in World Series pitching
New York Yankees, led by Allie Reynolds, enter the World Series with a rested 11 man mound staff and Reynolds a 20 game winner. Vic Raschi Eddie Lopat and Johnny Sain anchor the staff as they prepare to face the Brooklyn Dodgers at Ebbetts Field. Dodgers rookie Joe Black makes Opening Day start with strong relief record but Brooklyn rotation lacks frequent complete games. Yankee pitchers show superior complete games led by Reynolds and Raschi while Brooklyn struggles to go the distance.
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Eddie Lopat
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Ray Scarborough
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Mantle Top Star Prospect for 1952 World Series
The article names Mickey Mantle as the likely outstanding star for the 1952 World Series, citing his rapid development, .311 batting average, leading Yankee hits and home run totals, and his defensive growth in center field. It notes past Yankee stars who won the honor and Mantle’s potential to become the fourth straight Yankee to win.
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Yogi Berra
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Relief Ace Black To Face Reynolds In Opening Game
New York reports relief ace Joe Black will start for the Dodgers against Allie Reynolds in the World Series opener at Ebbetts Field. Manager Chuck Dressen bets on Black to spark a Dodger upset and draw strength for subsequent games.
Dodgers Show Resilience in Season Race and Lead Tactics
Sports writer Gayle Talbot notes the Dodgers avoided folding amid pressure, rebounded against the Giants and Cardinals, and clinched the pennant. The team stayed near the top for most of the season, rarely more than two and a half games behind, with a ten and a half game lead on several dates.
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Fle-Wolves
Mullens Hosts First Pro Wrestling Bouts For Pool Fund
In Mullens a three bout card aims to raise twelve thousand dollars for a new swimming pool. The event at Mullens High School gym opens with Bob Ford vs Chris Belkas, headlined by George Drake vs Joe Scarpello. Ex servicemen Scarpello and Drake headline the program.
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Kansas City Blues Lead Little World Series 2 1
Kansas City Blues hold a 2 1 lead over the Rochester Red Wings in the Little World Series as the teams travel east for game four. The Blues erupted for four runs in the eighth inning to beat Rochester 6 2 in the third game, and the best of seven series resumes tomorrow night in Rochester with both clubs in contention.
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Changing Yankee Lineup Still Not Sure for Series
New York trails the Dodgers in the World Series opener as Casey Stengel admits he does not know the batting order. Gene Woodling may hit fourth with Yogi Berra fifth if he plays, while Woodling’s groin and Billy Martin’s knuckle worry the manager. Berra’s workload is noted as a factor in lineup decisions.
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New York Yankees
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Casey Stengel
Gene Woodling
Yogi Berra
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Case
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Berra
Cuba Winter Loop Could Boost Black in World Series
Brooklyn notes Cuba’s winter league contributions to baseball with Joe Black, Hoyt Wilhelm, and Eddie Yuhas posting strong winter records. Andy High signed Black in Havana, manager Billy Herman credits the Cuban league for top pitching talent that helped major leaguers reach the majors.
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