1956 Boston Red Sox Roster and Game Schedule at Fenway Park
The page from the 1956 Baseball Facts Book provides a detailed overview of the Boston Red Sox roster and related information for the 1956 season. Managed by Mike Higgins, the team features notable pitchers such as Willard Nixon and Mel Parnell, alongside others like Tom Brewer and Ike Delock. The roster includes significant players from the 1955 season, highlighting their performance records and statistics. The catchers include Pete Daley and Sammy White, while the infield is represented by players like Milt Bolling and Billy Klaus. The outfield consists of Jack Jensen and Jim Piersall, among others. Key performances from 1955 are listed, underscoring the achievements of players like Ted Williams, who led in batting average at .356, and other categories like runs and home runs. Fenway Park, the team's home field, has a seating capacity of 34,819, with specific dimensions noted for its outfield fences.