Talk:1970 Danville Warriors

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Despite what all the standard sources say, Bob Bauer did not manage the 1970 Danville Warriors. I received an email note from Danville fan Bill Wynn on 1/31/2001 discussing this; it seems Bauer was scheduled to be manager but took ill shortly before the season began. Frank Calo was recruited in his place; Bauer (who was a local resident) apparently continued as the team's GM. Some of this was confirmed by a 5/4/2007 email from 1970 Danville Player Scotty Kurtz. Confirmation (as provided by Jerry Jackson and Jack Morris--thanks!):

  • The Quincy Herald Whig listed Calo as Danville's manager on 4/26/70.
  • The Appleton Post-Crescent mentioned Calo as Danville's manager on 7/9/70 in an article on the league All-Star game.
  • The Syracuse Herald Journal mentioned Calo as Danville's manager on 9/27/70; he was planning at that time to return.

What I can't explain is why the 1971 TSN Guide (and the Minor League Baseball Encyclopedia, which is likely based on the Guide) have Bauer listed as MWL Manager of the Year. That needs further investigation.--jowo 20:52, 13 April 2009 (EDT)

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