1948 Chicago White Sox Team Vintage Advertisement and Season Overview
The 1948 Chicago White Sox Team vintage print ad from the "Who's Who in the Major Leagues" outlines key information about the team, management, and player statistics. Ted Lyons serves as the manager, and the team is supported by a dedicated administration, including Grace R. Comiskey as president and Dorothy Rigney as secretary. In the 1947 season, the White Sox finished sixth in league standings with a record of 70 wins and 84 losses. They exhibited a solid performance in team batting, finishing fifth with a batting average of .256, achieving 553 runs and 1,350 hits. Key players highlighted include Ralph Hodgin, who struggled with injuries but sought improvement, John Wallace, facing challenges with his batting due to weak mechanics, and Joe Haynes, who had a competitive ERA of 2.42. Home games were played at Comiskey Park, with a seating capacity of 52,000.