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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1927
Page
8
In the 1927 pennant race Brooklyn faces a weak infield and uncertain pitching. Manager Robinson aims to reshape with veteran pitchers and fielders. He notes past teams had luck despite flaws and hopes a stronger lineup aids a late push.
The season ends with analysts predicting the outfield to carry stronger power than the infield. Key players and teams are cited as improving bat pace, while managers expect overall offense to rise as spring approaches.
Terre Haute resident Bud Taylor faces Tony Canzoneri in a world bantamweight title bout in Chicago. Taylor and Canzoneri weighed in under 118 pounds. both in good shape. The fight, for the diamond belt and world bantam crown, marks a career peak for Taylor amid a history of close title chances and prior disputes over recognition.
Racing events today include the Louisiana Derby renewal in New Orleans. Also listed are cycling Chicago six day finish, high school girls basketball finals in Wichita, and bowling at Peoria with the American Bowling Congress tournament.
The Lorain Buckeyes defeated the Oberlin All-Star team 32 to 30 to claim the class A county championship. A tight contest from start to finish, Lorain led 10-8 after one, 17-16 at halftime, and traded leads in a tense second half. Nicholette scored the decisive layup in the closing seconds to seal the victory amid strong performances from Aircombe and Allensworth.
New York report from March 26 notes Jack Hendricks, manager of the Cincinnati Reds, predicting major pennant contenders in the National and American Leagues. He argues last year’s improvement shows his intuition, lists Reds strengths, questions Giants and Cardinals, cautions about Pirates and Yankees, and discusses pitching and defense as key factors for the coming season.
The piece notes the Yankees’ strong start helped clinch last year’s pennant and suggests they may struggle to replicate that run this season. It mentions the Athletics drawing attention and questions whether veteran players can sustain performance through a tougher year.
Nine new holes will be opened at the Spring Valley golf course on May 15, to operate as a private course for members only instead of a public course as last year. The grounds are praised for beauty, the greens and fairways are in elegant condition, and the natural hazards attract attention. A colonial entry house is now under construction.
Plant's two run tally in the ninth gave the Brooklyn Pedgang a 3-2 victory over the Columbus American Association club. In Petersberg, Fla, the Braves defeated the St Louis Browns 4-2 as Wertz and Genew pitched. In West Palm Beach, Indiapolis scored four runs in the eighth to beat Cincinnati 3-1. At Fort Myers, the Athletics and Baltimore International League team split a 7-6 eleven inning affair. In Avon Park, the St Louis Cardinals beat the Phillies 9-6 behind 16 Cardinal hits. The Chicago White Sox beat the Dallas Steers 4-2 in Dallas. In Los Angeles, the Cubs fell 5-4 to the Dodgers after a fourth inning rally. In Fayetteville, Ark, Arkansas beat Chicago 2-1 in eleven innings.
The Richwines will meet the Cleveland German Sports in an exhibition match tomorrow at Nichwine Field. Kickoff is slated for two oclock.
Torpason Springs reports on the St Louis Browns under new manager Hawley, who builds a skeptical but strategic squad. Critics note Hawley’s trades from the International League and his readiness to surprise rival clubs, with pitchers and batters groomed for a pennant push in 1927.
The St Louis Browns appear loaded with talent as Melillo defends his role, O'Rourke and Gother settle at key infield spots, and Miller strengthens the infield. Catchers Seluttine and O Nel bring seasoned play, while pitchers like Aston Ballou Wingard and Nevers offer depth. The group, though not yet proven, shows strong potential ahead of the season.
The article notes the fourth round of the Class B tournament this afternoon starting at 1 00 with semi finals at 4 00. It also mentions Class C semi finals this afternoon and finals this evening, with Class C finals at 7 43 and Class B finals at 8 30.
New York March 26 A Frenchman is set to capture the national indoor championship as Jean Terotta with partner Brugnon faces a final round at the Seventh Regiment Armory in a bid to repeat. The invaders then may secure another crown in doubles against Francia Hunter and Dr. George A. Klag.
In Pallas Texas Sammy Mandel world welterweight champion earned a slight edge over Tommy White of Houston in a ten round matchup. A Dallas sports editors poll favored Mandel by two to one with one draw, noting Mandel blamed a rough night where mind and gloves failed to sync.
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