Chicago White Sox 1939 Team Profile Vintage Print Advertisement
The page from the 1939 publication "Who's Who in the Major Leagues" features profiles of key players from the Chicago White Sox baseball team. It includes profiles of Rip Radcliff, an outfielder who narrowly missed leading the team in batting; Gee Walker, another outfielder who excelled with a .305 average over 120 games; and Joe Kuhel, the first baseman recovering from injuries. Pitchers highlighted are Thornton Lee, known for his strong ERA and win-loss record, and John Whitehead, noted for his remarkable ability to gain weight rapidly. Jack Hayes, the second baseman, is recognized for his defensive skills and ability to thwart opposing plays. Tony Rensa, the catcher, shares the catching duties and has a significant batting average, while John Rigney, another pitcher, is characterized as a developing talent with potential impact on the team's pitching rotation.