1956 Pittsburgh Pirates Roster and Home Game Schedule at Forbes Field
The page from the 1956 Baseball Facts Book provides a detailed roster and schedule for the Pittsburgh Pirates, emphasizing key players, their performance metrics from 1955, and the upcoming season's schedule. The team is managed by Bobby Bragan, who is noted to be in his first year at this position. The Pirates' roster includes notable players such as pitchers Elroy Face, who had a record of 14-9, and Bob Friend, with a notable performance of 14-9. The roster features various positions, including outfielders like Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente, batting at .255, and infielders such as Dick Groat and Gair Allie. The page lists the Pirates' home games played at Forbes Field, with specific dates against rival teams like the Brooklyn Dodgers, New York Giants, and Philadelphia Phillies. Additional statistical highlights showcase the top performances in the franchise's history, reflecting key batsmen like Paul Waner and Ralph Kiner.