1971 Phillies Key Players: Profiles of Bowa, McCarver, and Bunning
The page from the 1971 Illustrated Digest of Baseball highlights key players from the Philadelphia Phillies. Larry Bowa, an infielder known for his speed, had an impressive rookie season in 1970 with a .250 batting average. John Briggs, an outfielder, batted .270 in 110 games during 1970. Veteran pitcher Jim Bunning, notable for his perfect game against the Mets in 1964, brings significant major league experience. Joe Hoerner, another pitcher, posted a 9-5 record with a 2.64 ERA in 1970, his first year with the Phillies. Deron Johnson, a first baseman, contributed 27 homers and 93 RBIs, while Barry Lersch, primarily a relief pitcher, ended the season with a 6-3 record. Tim McCarver, a catcher hampered by injuries, managed a .287 average in 44 games.