Fort Worth Cats

Creator

Preview

Identifier

20034701

Description

The Fort Worth Cats, a minor league affiliate of the Brooklyn Dodgers, are preparing for the upcoming 1946 season. One of the top Spring Training prospects is Lou Ruchser. The big left-handed first basemen is hoping to earn a spot on the roster. he has been sidelined the past few games with a bruised finger. He is expected to return to the lineup for the exhibition match-up between Texas Christian University and the New York Yankees. Ruchser is shown taking practice swings on the field.

Archival Date

1946-03-27

Collection Name

Fort Worth Star-Telegram Collection

Collection Number

AR406-6-415

Original Format

Negatives, Black & White

File Format

JPG

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License

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Subjects

Ruchser, Lou; Baseball; Baseball players; Baseball bats; Spring Training; Minor League Baseball; LaGrave Field; Fort Worth Cats (Baseball team)