1927 New Orleans Pelicans Team Photo from Southern Association League
The page from the 1928 Reach Official American League Baseball Guide features the 1927 New Orleans Pelicans, champions of the Southern Association. The photograph includes the team members alongside managerial staff. Key players identified are Blakesley, Karr, Morgan, Carraway, Scott, Wyatt, Dowie, Collard, Adkins, and Martina. Additional notable names are Larry Gilbert, who served as the manager, and other players including Davis, Anderson, and Mealey. The Pelicans represented New Orleans, a city with a rich baseball history, contributing to the Southern Association's competitive landscape during the 1920s. The Southern Association was known for its influence on the development of young talent, with players often moving to higher leagues. The 1927 season was significant for the Pelicans, marking their success within this league, which included other teams like the Atlanta Crackers and the Birmingham Barons.