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Nick Soulis · 05-01-2010, 03:53 PM

BASEBALL MONTHLY

SPECIAL EDITION

American Association Season Preview

BALTIMORE ORIOLES
Jumbo McGinnis may be the best arm currently in the game, he anchors a lace>Baltimorelace> team that is looking to win again. Jackie Hayes is an up and coming star at catcher who most feel will never hit under .300. Ed Rowen in right field is another talent not to overlook, although he is an older rookie at 25, his skill is also obvious. The Orioles have revamped their team with youth and have a bright future even if they don’t win now.
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Boston Americans
Boston has brought in another team due to the popularity of the Red Caps. The Americans didn’t do much to get a strong set of arms and may be dependent on Ed Stratton, the old A’s pitcher who was never a star. Davy Force and Lou Say make a good right side of the infield and Jim Egan is the best young talent in the outfield. With the lack of a real star, most expect this lace>Bostonlace> team to struggle.
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Chicago White Sox
A great outfield for the new Chicago team that many feel shouldn’t be called the White Sox. Mart King and Buttercup Dickerson are a great combination and Lip Pike has always been a star. Young Eddie Hogan is the hope of the pitching staff and he just might be able to live up to it. Chick Filmer the new shortstop is said to be unhappy he wasn’t picked by lace>Cincinnatilace>, but can still contribute for a team.

Cleveland Blues
Grasshopper Jim Whitney had a fine season with a 1.64 ERA last season and appears to be one of the most deceptive pitchers in the game. Stump Wiedman can learn from Whitney and has a promising future as a pitcher himself. Cliff Carroll has fans excited as he is the first player that can hit both from the right and the left side, his talent is immense. Cal Mcvey brings a veteran player to the team, and Bill Taylor is another talent worth watching behind the plate. This Cleveland team is shaping up to be quite a good one.

Detroit Wolverines
The state of Michigan is hopping becuase of their new team. They drafted George Bradley to take the mound and lead the team. Bradley is a two time pitcher of the year and is the perfect man to start a franchise with. The lineup is not overpowering but does have potential. Young talent like Sandy Nava at ctacher and Hardy Richardson at third. Dickie Flowers also looks to revive his career after two very long years in Philadelphia.

Louisville Eclipse
The defending chamions now play out of Louisville. Word is they were given a ton of money to move and Lousville has their prize. Mickey Welch was a star after a great World Series against Chicago, his strike out rate is electrifying. The lineup is stacked from top to bottom, Dick Higman, Dasher Troy, and Hugh Nicol are all great contributors. The new Eclipse are very well coached and proved last season that when they are hot, they cant be touched.

Philadelphia Athletics
This once proud team is looking for its glory days again. The collapse last season to lose the pennant has many worried. Lee Richmond is still the best pitcher in the game on the mound, his 27 wins and 1.77 ERA are true proof of his greatness. Mike Moynahan won the MVP award at the plate and at 25 is just getting started. Jack Manning batted .327 last year at first base and Steve Brady has also proven he is a strong big league hitter. Expectations for the A's to win are even higher as the new National League Quakers have come to town.

Washington Nationals
A new team in the capatal and they are looking for make a splash early. Washington is banking that Cy Bentely, one of the best pitchers ever to throw, still as something left at the age of 31, Bentley of course has 277 wins and 7 pitcher of the year awards. Frank Mountain is coming off a major injury but is said to be back and willing to contribute in the bullpen and Tommy Bond is one of the strongest arms in the league. The team hitting isnt the greatest either, with Harry Stovey and Charlie Comiskey expected to battle it out for the first base job. Veteran Joe Quest mans 2nd base but there is no doubt this team will struggle scoring runs but the pitching doesnt look all that bad at all.

Now a new era is set to begin in pro baseball with more fans then ever watching as season with more pithes, runs, and games then ever.

05-01-2010, 03:53 PM	#127
Nick Soulis Hall Of Famer Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 4,351	BASEBALL MONTHLY SPECIAL EDITION American Association Season Preview BALTIMORE ORIOLES Jumbo McGinnis may be the best arm currently in the game, he anchors a lace>Baltimorelace> team that is looking to win again. Jackie Hayes is an up and coming star at catcher who most feel will never hit under .300. Ed Rowen in right field is another talent not to overlook, although he is an older rookie at 25, his skill is also obvious. The Orioles have revamped their team with youth and have a bright future even if they don’t win now. > Boston Americans Boston has brought in another team due to the popularity of the Red Caps. The Americans didn’t do much to get a strong set of arms and may be dependent on Ed Stratton, the old A’s pitcher who was never a star. Davy Force and Lou Say make a good right side of the infield and Jim Egan is the best young talent in the outfield. With the lack of a real star, most expect this lace>Bostonlace> team to struggle. >> Chicago White Sox A great outfield for the new Chicago team that many feel shouldn’t be called the White Sox. Mart King and Buttercup Dickerson are a great combination and Lip Pike has always been a star. Young Eddie Hogan is the hope of the pitching staff and he just might be able to live up to it. Chick Filmer the new shortstop is said to be unhappy he wasn’t picked by lace>Cincinnatilace>, but can still contribute for a team. Cleveland Blues Grasshopper Jim Whitney had a fine season with a 1.64 ERA last season and appears to be one of the most deceptive pitchers in the game. Stump Wiedman can learn from Whitney and has a promising future as a pitcher himself. Cliff Carroll has fans excited as he is the first player that can hit both from the right and the left side, his talent is immense. Cal Mcvey brings a veteran player to the team, and Bill Taylor is another talent worth watching behind the plate. This Cleveland team is shaping up to be quite a good one. Detroit Wolverines The state of Michigan is hopping becuase of their new team. They drafted George Bradley to take the mound and lead the team. Bradley is a two time pitcher of the year and is the perfect man to start a franchise with. The lineup is not overpowering but does have potential. Young talent like Sandy Nava at ctacher and Hardy Richardson at third. Dickie Flowers also looks to revive his career after two very long years in Philadelphia. Louisville Eclipse The defending chamions now play out of Louisville. Word is they were given a ton of money to move and Lousville has their prize. Mickey Welch was a star after a great World Series against Chicago, his strike out rate is electrifying. The lineup is stacked from top to bottom, Dick Higman, Dasher Troy, and Hugh Nicol are all great contributors. The new Eclipse are very well coached and proved last season that when they are hot, they cant be touched. Philadelphia Athletics This once proud team is looking for its glory days again. The collapse last season to lose the pennant has many worried. Lee Richmond is still the best pitcher in the game on the mound, his 27 wins and 1.77 ERA are true proof of his greatness. Mike Moynahan won the MVP award at the plate and at 25 is just getting started. Jack Manning batted .327 last year at first base and Steve Brady has also proven he is a strong big league hitter. Expectations for the A's to win are even higher as the new National League Quakers have come to town. Washington Nationals A new team in the capatal and they are looking for make a splash early. Washington is banking that Cy Bentely, one of the best pitchers ever to throw, still as something left at the age of 31, Bentley of course has 277 wins and 7 pitcher of the year awards. Frank Mountain is coming off a major injury but is said to be back and willing to contribute in the bullpen and Tommy Bond is one of the strongest arms in the league. The team hitting isnt the greatest either, with Harry Stovey and Charlie Comiskey expected to battle it out for the first base job. Veteran Joe Quest mans 2nd base but there is no doubt this team will struggle scoring runs but the pitching doesnt look all that bad at all. Now a new era is set to begin in pro baseball with more fans then ever watching as season with more pithes, runs, and games then ever. Last edited by Nick Soulis; 05-01-2010 at 04:45 PM.