1961 Kansas City Athletics Roster and Game Schedule at Wrigley Field
The Kansas City Athletics' 1961 roster features several players across various positions, including infielder Bob Boyd, who had a notable batting average of .317, and pitcher Buddy Daley, who recorded a 16-16 win-loss record. Other key players include outfielders Hank Bauer and Leo Posada, and infielder Lou Klimchock, who posted a .300 batting average. The roster reflects the team's combination of experienced players and emerging talent under manager Joe Gordon. The Athletics played home games at Municipal Stadium, which had a capacity of 31,155. Their schedule included notable matchups against the Cleveland Indians and the Chicago White Sox, among others. The team’s performance statistics highlighted prominent figures, with Dick Siebern leading in hits and runs batted in.