1957 New York Yankees Schedule and Key Player Bios
The page from the 1957 Baseball Handbook and Schedules focuses on the New York Yankees. It highlights key figures and schedules, starting with Casey Stengel as the manager. Notably, Mickey Mantle is profiled as the standout outfielder who achieved the triple crown in the previous season with a .353 average, 52 home runs, and 130 RBIs. Yogi Berra, the catcher, known for his prowess both behind the plate and as a hitter, hit .298 last season with 30 home runs. Whitey Ford, a leading pitcher, posted a 19-6 record and was a crucial player returning after military service. The team's schedule lists home and away games against teams like Washington, Baltimore, and Boston. The player roster includes prominent names such as pitchers Don Larsen and Johnny Kucks, and infielders like Andy Carey and Billy Martin.