Who's Who in the Major Leagues

Page from 1948 Issue

The page features the 1948 Cincinnati Reds, highlighting key personnel, team performance, and statistics. Johnny Neun is introduced as the manager, beginning his second year with a focus on improving the team's offense and defense. The Reds finished fifth in the league in 1947 with a record of 77 wins and 81 losses, and ranked tied for sixth in team pitching with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.44. In offensive statistics, the team batted .259, scoring 681 runs with 1372 hits, including 242 doubles and 95 triples. Key players mentioned include Bucky Walters, a right-handed pitcher in his 11th season who experienced arm issues; Bobby Adams, a line-drive hitter noted for his batting average of .272; and Ray Mueller, recognized as a valuable player capable of mentoring younger teammates.