Baseball Daily Card Gazette

In his debut on July 7, 2023, Justin threw the five fastest pitches for a D-backs pitcher since tracking began in 2008, with the hardest humming in at 101.9 mph. The former outfielder turned up the heat after converting to a reliever in 2022, buzzing through four levels of the system. He fanned 41 batters in 31 Triple-A frames ahead of his call-up.

In his rookie year as a Pittsburgh Pirate outfielder, Dave hit .282 swinging from the left side of the plate.

Batted .260 for 154 games in 1951. Had 152 hits. They included 8 homers, 6 triples, 22 doubles. He drove 57 runs across the plate. Fielded .980. Tied a major-league record with 5 double plays at 2nd base in 1 game. Began in 1937. Worked way up through Yankee chain.

The White Sox brought up Bill late in the season when their regular third baseman, Pete Ward, was injured. Bill hit well and figures to see more duty at third in '69 or in the outfield. A product of the Chicago farm system!

One of the greatest hitters and outfielders of all-time was "Shoeless Joe" Jackson. Jackson, was a colorful ball player, a batter without a weakness, and his lifetime average of .356 justifies it. His regular major league career began with Cleveland in 1910. He was traded to the Chicago White Sox in 1915, and was with them until he stopped playing after the 1920 season. He was a fast man, and stole 202 bases in his career. His top average was .408 in 1911 but that mark only enabled him to be runner-up to Ty Cobb for the batting crown.

Leg trouble hampered Foss through most of his seasons with the Giants. Apparently healed at last, he moved on to the Orioles this season, where he fills an important gap in the infield. He always swings a hefty bat.

His 2021 season ended three weeks early with a knee problem, but Jesus' 93 RBI were the second-most in the Majors by a player with fewer than 450 at-bats.

Injuries hampered the National League All-Star last semester but Ron is in tip-top shape once again in '66. In 1963 and 1964, the 2nd sacker led the Mets in batting and was voted team M.V.P. by the New York fans. As a National League freshman, Ron finished second in the Rookie-of-the-Year sweepstakes.

A prime factor in the Tigers' 1968 pennant winning season, Willie finished 2nd in the league in home runs and 4th in batting. Detroit first spotted Willie when he was just 14 years old!

My Advice To Youngsters: Baseball is an All American pastime. Youngsters who are interested in the game need plenty of practice, which varies according to the age groups. The most important, and easiest, factor is throwing. It doesn't matter what position you play, you must throw well and accurately. Once you have acquired accuracy, you can practice throwing faster and harder. Get plenty of sleep and take good care of yourself. With strong bodies and alert minds, youngsters will become good "All American" citizens.

Beyond his talent, Rafael adds a dose of happy-go-lucky panache to the Red Sox. "He enjoys playing Baseball," says manager Alex Cora. "He's just happy and he's like, 'Why be upset or mad? I'm playing Baseball...and I hit homers.'" Lots of them. Devers is one of three players in franchise history to slug 100 of them before turning 25.

In June of '53 the Yankees were on an 18-game winning streak and the Browns on a 14-game losing streak. Duane broke both, beating the Yanks 3-1. Starting at Newark in '46, he won 11 decisions, earning a trial with the Yanks in '49. After being traded to the Browns in '50, he chalked up his best win mark in '52 with 10 victories.

For Jose Altuve, 2017 was a great year because: Claimed 27 first-place votes to win in landslide. Batted an MLB-leading .346 with 24 homers. Scored 112 runs and stole 32 bases with top fielding. For Giancarlo Stanton, 2017 was a great year because: Led MLB with 59 homers, the most in 16 seasons. Won tightest NL MVP Award voting since a tie in 1979. Became first Miami player to win an MVP Award.

In only his second year of professional ball, Tom became the Mets' No. 1 pitcher in 1967. To top off his sensational season, Tom was named the National League Rookie of the Year. He was also selected to the All-Star team and it was his clutch pitching in the 15th inning which "saved" the National League's 2-1 victory.

The backstop batted .313 for Ogden in the Pioneer League in 1950.

Frank is the 1st ever to hit .300 with 20 HR, 100 RBI. 100 BB and 100 R in each of his 1st 3 seasons. He joined 7 Hall of Famers as the only players to have twice as many BB as K while hitting 40 HR.

The 1916 Sporting News M101-4 set features stars such as Eddie Collins (#24), Charles Comiskey (#36), Ty Cobb (#38), Sam Crawford (#41), Joe Jackson (#87), Hugh Jennings (#90), Walter Johnson (#91), Babe Ruth (#151), Joe Tinker (#174) and Honus Wagner (#182).

The Royals selected Tom early in the expansion draft last winter. A left-handed pitcher, he'll be able to start or relieve for K.C. In the minor leagues, Tom won the Silver Glove Award when he handled 75 chances without error.

Chances are good that Jackie will be the Royals regular shortstop this year. He was acquired in the expansion draft from the Minnesota Twins.

The rookie righthander was a pleasant surprise for the A's in 1965. Signed to a Kansas City contract in 1964, Jim didn't pitch in a pro ballgame until last season. His debut was delayed because of an operation for the removal of buckshot in his leg. Quickly rounding into shape, the 18 year old became a big favorite of the fans in Kansas City. Jim was a star athlete in his North Carolina high school, winning letters in baseball, football and track.