Legendary Rookies: Jackie Robinson and Stan Musial in 1947
The page from the 1948 Who's Who in the Major Leagues highlights two prominent baseball players: Stan Musial of the St. Louis Cardinals and Jackie Robinson of the Brooklyn Dodgers. Stan Musial, playing first base, experienced a tough start to the season, seeing his batting average drop below .200 by late May. However, his performance improved significantly; by late June, he emerged as a leading hitter, eventually winning the league batting championship. He finished the season with a .312 batting average and 95 RBIs, placing second among National League first basemen. Jackie Robinson, also a first baseman, faced challenges in his rookie year, which earned him the title of “Rookie of the Year” for 1947. Transitioning from second base, Robinson played a pivotal role in the Dodgers' lineup, known for his skillful defense and ability to execute double plays.