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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1922
Page
14
Mrs Babe Ruth predicts Babe Ruth will hit 75 homers this season and states he is in peak shape. She recounts his golf fixation and jokes about Babe becoming a golf pro, noting he needs constant attention and she does his cooking at home.
Washington officials Griffith and Milan predict a top four finish after acquiring Roger Peckinpaugh at shortstop. The Nationals aim to lift from fourth last season with Peckinpaugh Goslin and Judge bolstering an improved infield while Walter Johnson recovers from illness.
The article argues infielders suffer most from Father Time as they must react quickly on tight plays while aging. Outfielders lose speed but have more time to react. pitchers remain valuable though motion and arm durability fade with age. Noting Cy Young retired in his forties and several stars remain key despite age.
A brief note records GNER showing a notable interest in Caveney as he enters the National League, highlighting his rising profile and potential impact within the circuit.
Chicago March 12 The White Sox face a major setback as Dick Kerr left handed pitching star ends his holdout and plans to spend the summer with a semi pro team on a Chicago ranch. Kerr accounted for about half the 1922 pitching strength, leaving Ried Faber to carry the load.
Dave Shade has been matched to box Nate Siegel in a ten round bout set for Boston on April 4. The lightweight clash headlines a card featuring rising talent and a local sports showcase.
Head Coach Enoch Pages urges 60 to 60 men to turn out for spring practices. Varsity ten from the 1921 frosh squad are among the expected players to rejoin the team as preparations begin.
Representatives from shooting clubs scattered in Western Washington will attend the first registered shoot to be held in Lawton Monday under the care of the Seattle club.
Cobb designs home atmosphere for the Tigers by housing players in two South Carolina mansions across the Savannah River from Georgia. Meals are homemade by southern cooks with strict domestic oversight, and players dine at two separate tables while training near Augusta.
Spring football drills at Stanford University begin Monday under Coaches Glen Warner and Claude Thornhill. Warner will train the Cardinal for five weeks before leaving for the East to supervise Pittsburg university gridiron duties. Thornhill and Andy Kerr will helm the team in the fall with the Warner system. A note mentions a French invention using banana plant fibers as flax substitute.
Article notes New York Giants and other clubs include four or more collegians each. It highlights McGraw’s early support for college players and lists a College Eleven potential lineup with names from Fordham, Dartmouth, Marquette, Texas, Alabama and others, plus backfield stars from Rose Poly, Mississippi and Holy Cross.
Roy Gilder, a young right handed slinger from the Vernon camp, is seen as one of the best prospects. He is expected to take his regular turn on the mound after a season in the Western league.
Indiana University baseball players arrive in Seattle at 8 16 Friday marking the first leg of their trip to Japan where they will play series with Waseda University of Tokyo. Waseda officially invites the Hoosiers and will cover all expenses. The squad includes capt James Walker and other Indiana natives. They will be guests of the University of Washington in Seattle and attend a breakfast at the Washington Annex.
In Stockton California March 31 the Seattle Indians prepare for Sundays game with the Chicago Cubs using indoor baseball practice. Players have recovered sore arms and the team will shift to intensive team play as they near the matchup.
Otto Floto, Denver fight critic, says New Orleans fans view Harry Gillum now as a real contender for Jack Dempeer's title. Gillum has won several starts in New Orleans, including two victories over Chuck Wiggens, a top light heavyweight.
The West and Wheeler Liberty park club of The Star league will play and practice tomorrow at 3:50 PM with the office force of West and Wheeler Co. at South Park.
Zeb Terry, Chicago Cub infielder, is out of the game with a broken wrist suffered during practice. Team will evaluate his status and replacement options as the season begins.
An advertisement promotes BARWIG POISON BAIT described as Government Formula and State Inspected, urging immediate use to rid the city of pests. It lists a 154d package priced at $1.50 and includes an address 1103 First Ave, Eliott 6166 for inquiries.
The Star Junior baseball league releases its complete prelim schedule for 23 teams. Weekly schedules appear Saturdays with ground arrangements due by Tuesday. Sundays schedule updated in a special box.
Sunday's league schedule is not final as many managers have not confirmed grounds. Read Saturday's Star for definite times. Matches listed include Cubs vs Three Brothers Dye Works in Walla Walla at 3 p m and several others with venues and tentative times.
Or tle Ala March 31 The St. Louis Browns showcased 13 young pitchers in Mobile, led by Roy Davis from Herrin Illinois and Hubert Pruett from Missouri. Other prospects include Deien Elliott and James Elliott, with Henry Meine from Beaumont drawing praise for power and control.
Jacksonville Fla March 31 Manager Wilbur Robinson is confident the Brooklyn team will show marked improvement in 1922. Reasons include Reuther's changed stance and support for Ebbets, early reports from Wheat and Myers, Cadore's adjusted workload on ace staff, Smith’s renewed ambition, Miller’s reliability, and Krueger's sale with new catchers Hungting DeBerry and Taylor ready to boost the squad.
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