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Indians. Strong in pitching: Allie Reynolds (I-A), Mel Harder (2-B), Al Smith (4-F), Joe Heving (overage). Weak in catching.
Red Sox. Strong in hitting: Bob Johnson (I-AH), Bobby Doerr (I-A), Jim Tabor (3-A). Weak in pitching. Said General Manager Eddie Collins: "The fans like a close race. That's probably what they will get."
Pirates. Strong in pitching: Rip Sewell (4-F), Max Butcher (4-F). Weak in hitting and catching.
Reds. Weak in pitching, weak in hitting.
Braves. Weak in pitching, probably not so weak in hitting as last year. Said Manager Bob Coleman: "It's going to be a funny season. Any club can win."
Browns. More bewilderment and secrecy. Said President Ford Frick of the National League: "This season will be on a day-to-day, week-to-week basis."