1950 Chicago White Sox Team Overview at Comiskey Park
The page from the 1950 Who's Who in the Major Leagues sports publication features the Chicago White Sox, detailing aspects of their organization and performance. The team president is Grace R. Comiskey, with Charles A. Comiskey II serving as vice president. The article notes Jack Onslow as the manager, who commented on the team's challenges and expectations for the season. The White Sox finished the 1949 season with a record of 63 wins and 91 losses, placing sixth in their league, and had a team batting average of .257. Their earned run average (ERA) was 4.30, and they had notable statistics including 648 runs scored, 1,340 hits, and 207 doubles. The article includes a section on home games for 1950 at Comiskey Park, which had a capacity of 47,400. Randy Gumpert is highlighted as a key player, known for his contributions to the pitching staff.