1928 National League President John Heydler in Early Baseball Magazine
The page from the 1928 Reach Official American League Base Ball Guide features John A. Heydler, who served as the President of the National League. It highlights Heydler's role in the development and governance of Major League Baseball during the 1920s, a pivotal decade characterized by significant changes and challenges in the sport. The text may reference various teams within the National League and their performance during that period, as well as the broader context of baseball as America’s pastime. Notably, the 1920s were marked by the emergence of star players and the impact of the Black Sox Scandal on public perception of the game. The page serves to commemorate Heydler’s contributions to baseball, including potential reforms and his leadership style, which may have influenced operations within both the National and American Leagues.