1957 Philadelphia Phillies Team Schedule and Player Roster
The page from the 1957 Baseball Handbook and Schedules provides an overview of the Philadelphia Phillies, managed by Mayo Smith. It includes ticket prices ranging from $0.75 for bleachers to $2.75 for box seats and mailing instructions for ticket requests. Brief player biographies highlight key figures: pitcher Robin Roberts from Springfield, Illinois, known for his nearly achieving a 20-win season with a 19-18 record and a strong hitting ability. Outfielder Richie Ashburn from Nebraska, renowned for his speed and .303 batting average in the previous season, previously won the NL batting crown. Catcher Stan Lopata of Michigan had batting averages of .267 in 1956 and .271 in 1955. The 1957 roster lists players like pitchers Harvey Haddix, Jim Hearn, and Jack Meyer. Infielders include Marv Blaylock, Granny Hamner, and Solly Hemus, while the outfield features players like Rip Repulski and Elmer Valo.