1971 Pittsburgh Pirates Season Schedule and Roster Overview
The page from the 1971 Baseball Facts Book provides a comprehensive overview of the Pittsburgh Pirates' roster and schedule for the season. The Pirates, managed by Danny Murtaugh, featured notable players such as Roberto Clemente, Willie Stargell, and Dock Ellis. The roster includes pitchers like Steve Blass and Bob Moose, catcher Milt May, and infielders such as Bill Mazeroski and Richie Hebner. The Pirates' batting leader in 1970 was Manny Sanguillen with a .325 average. The schedule outlines home and road games, highlighting venues like Three Rivers Stadium, which has a capacity of 50,235. The team faced various opponents, including the Philadelphia Phillies, New York Mets, and St. Louis Cardinals. Game times were typically set for 1:35 or 8:05 PM, with ticket prices ranging from $1.90 for grandstand seats to $4.15 for box seats, reflecting the double-header structure.