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Newspaper
Wakefield Advocate
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1917
Page
9
In Cincinnati whispers persist that Christy Mathewson may return to pitching for the Reds this season. After training with the club he hinted he could take the mound again if the staff falters, reversing last fall’s vow to quit pitching. Fans would not be surprised to see the old master back in the box.
The Giants and the Yankees field equivalent speed in a sprint comparison. Gilhooley Muisel Magee and High rival Robertson Kauff Burns and Herzog, with Gilhooley likely to beat any rival in a 100 yard dash and Muisel close behind.
A survey of reforming teams and players frames the pennant race with Christy Mathewson praising Reds readiness and Merkle boosting the Cubs. Ray Caldwell struggles against the Red Sox while Cadore shines in doubles and Wilbert Robinson gauges a promising young pitcher. Giants, Tigers, Pirates, Athletics, and Reds are debated as world series prospects amid manager mood swings and scouting moves.
Jimmy Callahan of the Pirates argues it would be unfair to legislate against the spitball now, noting its long use and widespread adoption. Despite reformers and rules committee inaction, many pitchers rely on the moist delivery, which has become an entrenched part of the game and may persist for years.
The article notes baseball may spread to South America aided by European war and Cuban workers. It highlights Cuba’s embrace of the sport and predicts widespread enthusiasm across the continent, with South Americans fast becoming fans and bullfights declining in attendance as baseball grows.
Manager Robinson experiments with an electric sweating robe to shed weight. The contraption places wires between wool layers and uses a lamp socket to heat up and induce perspiration.
Cleveland's baseball era is defined by a stellar batting tradition led by Nap Lajoie, Joe Jackson, and Tris Speaker. The club produced eight .300 hitters in Lajoie era and continued to challenge Ty Cobb as Speaker and other Cleveland stars vied for the top batting crown.
Ty Cobb will devote his energy to baseball this season and leave golf sticks until autumn. He believes golf does not affect work seriously but removes the edge from batting and that a baseball player already has enough exercise without overtraining from golf.
The article notes Casey Stengel's high individuality and broad appeal for the Brooklyn team. It contrasts him with Jake Daubert, praising Stengel as spectacular even when not actively contributing, and describes how fans in Ciffernnatt and Boston warmly interact with him, enjoying his repartee and fan banter.
A collage of baseball notes highlights Yankees lefty Love and Smoky Joe Woods arm status, Wagner’s shoes to fill, and Johnson relying on slow ball and splitter. Claude Hendrix favors Pittsburgh, risks of jinxes, ex-Feds on major pay rosters, Victor Aldridge nicknamed Blossom, Ward’s fielding praised, Risberg at short, Fabrique at shortstop, Hans Wagner's career volatility, Newark Bears, Bresnahan’s Tron Men optimism, Red Sox pennant bets, Yerkes aiding Indianapolis, Maranville and Seibold as short players, and rising speedsters ready to surge.
John B. Foster of the New York Giants and International League president Barrow agree war will not harm baseball. He cites Civil War and Spanish-American War boosts, noting seacoast cities most affected while interior play continues. Foster predicts strong attendance as relaxation amid conflict and that a good year lies ahead for the sport.
Joe Rodriguez, the young Cuban first sacker sent to Rochester for seasoning, is hailed as one of the most sensational fielders McGraw has had in years. His agile glove saves many wild throws with phenomenal catches, while his hitting remains clean and sharp though not top tier. Last year with New London in the Eastern League, he attracted more attention than any other player on the credit.
Cleveland manager Lee Fohl will also serve as captain this season. He says the idea of a team captain is a joke and he will be on the field as player and manager, taking control rather than relying on a separate captain.
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