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Matt from TN · 08-22-2004, 11:20 PM

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1944 Season Preview

With so many players off at war, I'm doing a brief season preview.

American League

1. Senators (86-68, 2nd) - The Senators were favored to win the pennant for the second season in a row and disappointed yet again. Jethro Lee, Bill Finley and Micky Guyton form the top staff in the AL by far. Veterans Carl Kahle, John Shears and Sugar McDonald lead a solid offense. The loss of Blake Crocitto hurts.

2. Red Sox (88-66, 1st) - The defending AL champs look to have the first back-to-back winning seasons in the team's 44 year history. Their pitching is still a question, but their offense is lethal.

3. Browns (84-70, 3rd) - They have some impressive pitchers in Cotton Simson, Mark Ponfick and Mitch Haynam. If their offense comes around, they could once again be a huge factor in the race.

4. White Sox (75-79, 5th) - Bob Bussmann and Herb Lineberry are a strong 1-2 pitching duo. They have some key veteran hitters, but overall there is little punch.

5. Indians (82-72, 4th) - Outside of Zolly Schoeter, they have no proven pitchers. The offense will need to carry them if they have any chance.

6. Tigers (64-90, 8th) - Even in a war-ravaged league, the Tigers cannot hold their own. Pitchers Bob Guilderson and Alex Footwangler should improve. Some young hitters need to step up.

7. Athletics (68-86, 7th) - Jeronimo Arsenault is their ace. That should say it all. They have some good hitters, but not enough to overcome their inept pitching.

8. Yankees (69-85, 6th) - It is obvious that no team was hit harder by WWII than the once-dominant Yankees. Their pitching staff is a mess and their offense has only a few aging vets worth mentioning.

National League

1. Dodgers (94-60, 1st) - They still have Frank Smith, Remmy Paul, Max Baxter and Steve Dzurik. That rotation should carry them to another pennant. Oscar Vancini needs to carry this inconsistent offense while younger players find their way.

2. Giants (78-76, 5th) - Randall Bray and George Cone are one of the better pitching duos left in the NL. With Guy Muir back from the war and a steady Kyle Stevens, New York should be a major contender. The offense still boasts the likes of Dale Lamberty, Bobby Martin and Lloyd Johnson.

3. Reds (79-75, T-3rd) - Pitchers Schoolboy Emberling and Roy Mills are underrated. Add in Ace Shipley returning from war and they have a potentially strong rotation. They have some quality veteran hitters and a lot of guys with averages over .300 last season despite the less-than-lively ball.

4. Cardinals (85-69, 2nd) - They could wind up much higher on this list, but their offense could pose a lot of problems. They have some solid pitchers which should help.

5. Pirates (79-75, T-3rd) - Pittsburgh has potentially one of the best offenses in the NL. If their pitching staff can hold their own, they will move up the chart. Otherwise, it could be an unfullfilling season.

6. Phillies (77-77, 6th) - Tom Mierhofer leads a questionable but improving rotation while the offense is stronger and boasts NL MVP Maurice Misisca. Despite the presence of all-star 1B William Suggs, they plan to give plenty of work to much-improved young 1B Lonny Arrendale.

7. Cubs (58-96, 8th) - This team is in utter disrepair after WWII losses. Their only saving grace is the presence of veterans David Wickersham, Alex Winterhalter and Dewey Mickelsen.

8. Braves (66-88, 7th) - The loss of incredible pitcher Scottie Allen to the military dooms their season before it even starts.

08-22-2004, 11:20 PM	#2034
Matt from TN Hall Of Famer Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: In a funk.... Posts: 3,413	WEB PAGES UPDATED... INCLUDING PLAYER PAGES 1944 Season Preview With so many players off at war, I'm doing a brief season preview. American League 1. Senators (86-68, 2nd) - The Senators were favored to win the pennant for the second season in a row and disappointed yet again. Jethro Lee, Bill Finley and Micky Guyton form the top staff in the AL by far. Veterans Carl Kahle, John Shears and Sugar McDonald lead a solid offense. The loss of Blake Crocitto hurts. 2. Red Sox (88-66, 1st) - The defending AL champs look to have the first back-to-back winning seasons in the team's 44 year history. Their pitching is still a question, but their offense is lethal. 3. Browns (84-70, 3rd) - They have some impressive pitchers in Cotton Simson, Mark Ponfick and Mitch Haynam. If their offense comes around, they could once again be a huge factor in the race. 4. White Sox (75-79, 5th) - Bob Bussmann and Herb Lineberry are a strong 1-2 pitching duo. They have some key veteran hitters, but overall there is little punch. 5. Indians (82-72, 4th) - Outside of Zolly Schoeter, they have no proven pitchers. The offense will need to carry them if they have any chance. 6. Tigers (64-90, 8th) - Even in a war-ravaged league, the Tigers cannot hold their own. Pitchers Bob Guilderson and Alex Footwangler should improve. Some young hitters need to step up. 7. Athletics (68-86, 7th) - Jeronimo Arsenault is their ace. That should say it all. They have some good hitters, but not enough to overcome their inept pitching. 8. Yankees (69-85, 6th) - It is obvious that no team was hit harder by WWII than the once-dominant Yankees. Their pitching staff is a mess and their offense has only a few aging vets worth mentioning. National League 1. Dodgers (94-60, 1st) - They still have Frank Smith, Remmy Paul, Max Baxter and Steve Dzurik. That rotation should carry them to another pennant. Oscar Vancini needs to carry this inconsistent offense while younger players find their way. 2. Giants (78-76, 5th) - Randall Bray and George Cone are one of the better pitching duos left in the NL. With Guy Muir back from the war and a steady Kyle Stevens, New York should be a major contender. The offense still boasts the likes of Dale Lamberty, Bobby Martin and Lloyd Johnson. 3. Reds (79-75, T-3rd) - Pitchers Schoolboy Emberling and Roy Mills are underrated. Add in Ace Shipley returning from war and they have a potentially strong rotation. They have some quality veteran hitters and a lot of guys with averages over .300 last season despite the less-than-lively ball. 4. Cardinals (85-69, 2nd) - They could wind up much higher on this list, but their offense could pose a lot of problems. They have some solid pitchers which should help. 5. Pirates (79-75, T-3rd) - Pittsburgh has potentially one of the best offenses in the NL. If their pitching staff can hold their own, they will move up the chart. Otherwise, it could be an unfullfilling season. 6. Phillies (77-77, 6th) - Tom Mierhofer leads a questionable but improving rotation while the offense is stronger and boasts NL MVP Maurice Misisca. Despite the presence of all-star 1B William Suggs, they plan to give plenty of work to much-improved young 1B Lonny Arrendale. 7. Cubs (58-96, 8th) - This team is in utter disrepair after WWII losses. Their only saving grace is the presence of veterans David Wickersham, Alex Winterhalter and Dewey Mickelsen. 8. Braves (66-88, 7th) - The loss of incredible pitcher Scottie Allen to the military dooms their season before it even starts. Last edited by Matt from TN; 08-23-2004 at 03:36 PM.