Breaking News: 1964 Sporting News Rival Poll Results are Official!
Get the inside scoop on the most prestigious survey of baseball’s best in 1964 as the Sporting News releases their coveted Rival Poll!
It’s the most eagerly anticipated issue of the year, and it’s finally here! The Sporting News’ esteemed Rival Poll, a tradition started back in 1946, reveals the league’s top talents and underdog surprises. Without further ado, let’s dive into the fascinating outcomes for the 1964 campaign.
American League Leaders
After conducting an exhaustive poll, managers from each team named the Baltimore Orioles’ Brooks Robinson, also an MVP candidate, the number one third baseman. A slight adjustment from last year, we’ve got a new contender emerging – The American League’s top relief pitcher now belongs to the White Sox’ Al McBean. How impressive is this choice?
Additionally, the Detroit Tigers’ Eddie Yost made headlines with his strong show as a designated hitter.
[Photo: Brooks Robinson makes the throw from third base | Copyright: Sporting News 1964]
National League Front-runners
Not surprising is the St. Louis Cardinals’ Bobby Shantz taking top spot in relief pitching. This remarkable effort sees him outdo 20-win ace Sandy Koufax from the Los Angeles Dodgers for a change. Another shock – with his.343 AVG – the San Francisco Giants’ Will MacHames comes second overall among catchers. Yes, his performance is as crisp as freshly rolled sushi!
Interestingly enough, the Milwaukee Braves’ Joey Jay ranks third, bringing fans hope for more incredible saves in the coming seasons!
[Image: Joey Jay | Copyright: Sporting News 1964]
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Voters across the 9 ball clubs, including players and coaches, voted for the best rivals, the best rookie, and the best player of the year. Teams could not vote for their own players.
RIVALS
Pivotmen
53 votes – Wilt Chamberlain
42 votes – Bill Russell
NOTE: All remaining votes came from Boston and San Francisco.
2 votes – Walt Bellamy
1 vote – Red Kerr
VOTING (Wilt-Bill)
Baltimore: 8-2
Boston: 10-0
Cincinnati: 2-9
Detroit: 10-2
Los Angeles: 9-2
New York: 2-9
Philadelphia: 6-5
St Louis: 6-5
San Francisco: 0-8
Cornermen
87 votes – Bob Pettit
65 votes – Elgin Baylor
20 votes – Jerry Lucas (Baltimore’s 2nd choice, over Baylor)
9 votes – Bailey Howell (L.A.’s 2nd choice, over Lucas)
8 votes – Gus Johnson
2 votes – Tommy Heinsohn, Terry Dischinger, & Ray Scott
1 vote – Jack Twyman, Wayne Hightower
Backcourtmen
88 votes – Oscar Robertson
87 votes – Jerry West
14 votes – Hal Greer (Stole 1 Detroit vote from Jerry West)
5 votes – Sam Jones
3 votes – Lenny Wilkens
1 vote – John Havlicek
ROOKIE OF THE YEAR
59 votes – Jerry Lucas
36 votes – Gus Johnson
1 vote – Rod Thorn & Nate Thurmond
PLAYER OF THE YEAR
62 votes – Oscar Robertson
21.5 votes – Wilt Chamberlain
10.5 votes- Bill Russell
2 votes – Bob Pettit
1 vote – Jerry West & Jerry Lucas
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