1943 International League Highlights with Red Schoendienst and Others
The page from the 1943 Sporting News Baseball Guide features key figures and statistics pertaining to the International League, particularly during the early 1940s. Highlighted are Al Schoendienst, the leading batter from Rochester, and Louis Polli, the leading pitcher based on earned run average from Jersey City. Frank J. Shaughnessy, serving as the League President from New York, is also noted prominently. The page provides historical context by listing past championship winners in the league from 1884 through the early 1940s, indicating the competitive history of the league. Teams such as Rochester, Baltimore, and Syracuse are frequently mentioned, reflecting their prominence in the league’s history. The statistics underscore the league's role as an important step for players aiming to reach Major League Baseball.