 Most of all, the Cards got tremendous seasons from fast-emerging outfielder Stan Musial, who in his second season as a big-league regular won his first NL batting title by hitting a robust .357, and pitchers Pollet (who entered the service in August), Max Lanier and Mort Cooper, who ranked 1-2-3 in the league inâŠ
Commissioner Landis suspends William Cox indefinitely after the Phillies owner acknowledges making some âsentimentalâ bets on his team, not knowing it was against the rules. The gambling allegations first surfaced in July when the clubâs recently fired manager, Bucky Harris, revealed he had evidence that his former boss was wagering on games played by Philadelphia.
1943 â The Most Valuable Player Awards for both leagues are named. Yankees pitcher Spud Chandler wins it in the American League and Cardinals outfielder Stan Musial in the National League.
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