1948 Brooklyn Dodgers Team Vintage Print Ad Player Lineup Overview
The 1948 Brooklyn Dodgers Team vintage print ad page features a lineup of key players from that season, emphasizing their contributions and statistics. Carl Furillo, an outfielder standing 6'0" and weighing 176 pounds, had a notable season in batting, finishing with a .295 average and leading the team in runs batted in (RBI) with 88. Pete Reiser, another outfielder who weighed 180 pounds, struggled with consistency but managed to lead the team in batting at .309. Gene Hermanski, a 5'11", 180-pound outfielder, aimed to improve his performance after an underwhelming last season. Ralph Branca, a pitcher at 6'2" and 180 pounds, was recognized as the Dodgers' top pitcher, achieving a 21-win season with a 2.67 ERA over 43 games. Other players mentioned include John Jorgensen, Bruce Edwards, Jackie Robinson, and Preston Ward, each contributing their skills to the team, with specific highlights in batting and fielding.