1948 Cleveland Indians Vintage Baseball Ad Featuring Team Management and Stats
The 1948 Cleveland Indians page from the "Who's Who in the Major Leagues" provides an overview of the team's management, performance, and scheduled home games. Lou Boudreau is identified as the team's manager, entering his seventh year in that role. Under his leadership, the Indians finished the 1947 season with a record of 80 wins and 74 losses (.519), placing fourth in the league. The page highlights key team statistics, such as a second-place finish in team pitching with an Earned Run Average (ERA) of 3.44. Notable players include Don Black, who faced personal challenges but was expected to secure a starting position, Elbie Fletcher, a former Pirate known for his versatility, and Johnny Berardino, noted for his skills as a fielder and valuable team asset. The home games are scheduled at Municipal Stadium, which has a seating capacity of 80,000, featuring distances to various field locations.