1950 Pittsburgh Pirates Player Profiles from Forbes Field Vintage Article
The 1950 page of the Pittsburgh Pirates from the sports publication "Who's Who in the Major Leagues" presents a roster of key players and their backgrounds. Johnny Hopp, a left-handed player at 5'10" and 175 lbs, has a strong batting ability, previously achieving a notable batting average of .306. Cliff Chambers, standing 6'3" and weighing 208 lbs, was noted for his performance as the team's leading pitcher, securing 13 wins despite previous struggles with the Cubs. Stan Rojek, at 5'10" and 165 lbs, has shown potential but faced challenges that left him unprepared for the previous season. Danny Murtaugh, 5'9" and 165 lbs, dealt with injuries affecting his play and is competing for a second base position. Pete Castiglione, who debuted last year at 5'11" and 170 lbs, aims to solidify his role at first base, while Clyde McCullough, 5'11" and 190 lbs, has impressed behind the plate. Ralph Kiner's salary for 1950 is noted as $65,000, marking a significant financial benchmark for the team.