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Newspaper
The Wakefield News
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1917
Page
9
In Cincinnati whispers say Christy Mathewson may return to pitching and appear in the Reds box this season. After hinting last year he would quit pitching, Matty reportedly left open the possibility if the staff weakened, prompting fan speculation.
A comparison found Fleetest New York Giants Gilhooley Maisel Magee and High bending same speed as Robertson Kauff Burns and Herzog. Gilhooley could beat any on 100 yards and Maaisel would miss by half a stride. The two lineups show little difference across the field.
A quick survey of teams and players signals shifts for 1911. Mathewson praises his Reds readiness while noting unresolved goals for the Giants and White Sox. Cadore shines as a promising young pitcher, Plank and Ruth type arms are eyed for the Athletics, and Merkle’s arrival boosts Mitchell’s lineup.
Jimmy Callahan of the Pirates argues it would be unfair to outlaw the spitball at this late date. Reformers push for elimination, but the rule book stands firm while pitchers across the country continue to rely on the moist delivery as an established part of the pitching art.
Cleveland baseball history highlights Nap Lajoie and eight .300 hitters including Flick Clarke Bemis Rossman Bay Bradley Turner. Joe Jackson shone, Tris Speaker arrived, dethroning Cobb as Cleveland lapped the league in hitting and contending with Cobb’s. local ramparts fueled the rise as the season opened.
Ty Cobb will devote his energy to baseball this season and leave his golf sticks alone until autumn. He believes golf does not seriously affect a ball player’s work but may sap his batting edge, and that a ball player has enough exercise during the season without trampling over a golf course.
SASEY STENGEL IS POPULAR One point in favor of Casey Stengel is his greater individuality than any Brookyln teammate. Jake Daubert draws fans for his brilliant play, yet Stengel is spectacular even when not playing. Fans in Cincinnati and Boston come early to hurl witty taunts, paying for the chance to try him.
Baseball notes survey the 1916 season with mentions of Love as a Yankee left hander, Smoker Joe Woods’ arm, Walter Johnson’s reliance on a slow ball and spitter, Hanse Wagner’s fragile career, and hopes for stars like Risberg and Ward. Newark Bears debut, Jack Barry’s pennant faith, Yerkes’ Indy prospects, and Maranville Seibold as short players highlight a broad canvas of team plans and player reputations.
The article suggests European war influence may have spread baseball to South America via Cuban workers. It notes Cuban adoption of the game and widespread teams on the island, predicting a future where hemispheric championships may be decided on the diamond and South Americans quickly embrace the sport, possibly reducing bullfighting crowds.
Manager Robinson experiments with a heated wool robe wired to a lamp socket. The contraption warms the wearer to induce sweating as a weight management aid.
John B. Foster secretary of the New York Giants agrees with President Barrow of the International league that war will not hurt baseball. He notes baseball prospered during Civil and Spanish American wars and that war news has spurred play in England France and Italy. He cites games near Verdun and near London and predicts seacoast cities will feel more impact than inland areas.
A veteran notes visitors to the city seek amusement and relaxation during war times. He believes people will flock to ball parks in the afternoon to distract their minds and discuss events, asserting baseball remains due for a good year despite the war.
Joe Rodriguez, a young Cuban first baseman sent to Rochester for seasoning, ranks among the most sensational fielders McGraw has had in years. Agile and sharp in hits, he saves the fielders with phenomenal catches and pickups though his hitting lags behind his glove. Last year he played with New London in the Eastern League and drew strong attention on the circuit.
Cleveland manager Lee Fohl will serve as player captain this season, saying a team captain is a joke and that a manager must handle leadership. He states he will be out there on the field guiding the club and will act in dual captain and manager roles.
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