St. Louis Cardinals Team Roster Featuring Key Players and Manager
The 1940 St. Louis Cardinals team page from the Spalding-Reach Official Baseball Guide features a collection of photographs and names of the team members, highlighting the roster for that season. The layout presents the players in a grid format, with manager Ray Blades positioned prominently in the center. Key players include Hall of Famer John Mize, renowned for his hitting prowess, along with notable names such as Jimmy Brown, Enos Slaughter, and Mort Cooper. Surrounding these figures are other players like Don Padgett, Curt Davis, and Bill McGee, each contributing to the team's performance that year. The page also includes coaches, such as Mike Rales, along with additional players like Clyde Shoun and Frank Crespi.