1968 Pittsburgh Pirates Schedule and Roster at Busch Stadium
The page from the 1968 Baseball Facts Book focuses on the Pittsburgh Pirates, highlighting their home and away games schedule, as well as the team's roster and operational details. The home games feature matchups against teams including the Astros, Giants, Dodgers, Cubs, and Cardinals, primarily played at Forbes Field, which had a seating capacity of 35,000. The roster includes key players such as pitchers Steve Blass, Jim Bunning, and ElRoy Face, along with catchers Gary Kolb and Jerry May. Notable infielders include Gene Alley and Chuck Hiller, while the outfield features the likes of Matty Alou, Roberto Clemente, and Willie Stargell. The managerial team is led by Larry Shepard. The page also provides game information, including ticket pricing and broadcast details, with games typically starting in the afternoon or early evening.