PAWTUCKET FLYING DUTCHMEN 1932 PREVIEW


DRAFT
With their first two picks in the 1932 draft, the Dutchmen selected an outfielder with outstanding potential, 
Joe Medwick, and a pitcher that should help the team immediately, Huck Betts. Medwick, who should only see 
limited action this season, has all the makings of a superstar. Pawtucket also selected excellent, long-term 
catching prospects, Frankie Pytlak and Tom Padden, in the hopes that they will solve the Dutchmen catching woes. 
Infielder Art Scharein was also selected to provide infield depth. Overall, the Dutchmen made some wise 
selections that will assist their team greatly in the long-run. 
Grade: A


CATCHING
Historically, this has been the Dutchmen's Achilles heel. Currently, there are five catchers in camp, 
including the two rookies selected in the player draft. The odds-on favorite to win the position is 
probably veteran Earl Grace who batted a respectable .287 in limited duty in 1931. Also in camp is 
Bennie Tate (.325 in 1930) recovered from injury and Glenn Myatt (.231 DBS hitter) who has also seen 
significant action as Dutchmen receiver. Until Pytlak and Padden have had timed to be groomed, this is 
a weak position for Pawtucket. 
Grade: c


INFIELD
The Dutchmen infield is a source of vast improvement over the course of one season. Charlie Grimm 
(.321) takes over first-base for the retired Del Bissonette. Bissonette, the franchise leader in 
five categories, will be missed but Pawtucket brass is high on Grimm for 1932. Billy Herman (.224) 
was unspectacular in his freshman campaign last season, but should improve with a year under his 
belt. He has the makings of an All-Star. Lyn Lary, starting shortstop in 1931, suffered an injury 
in spring training and his availability is questionable. Look for the returning Bill Cissell to 
resume shortstop duties, a position he hasn't played regularly since 1930. Third base goes to the 
returning Pinky Whitney (.204 4 29), who has been a source of disappointment the past couple of 
seasons in Pawtucket. Infield reserves are Buck Jordan, Max Bishop and Billy Rogell. This group 
has the potential to be outstanding, but has also shown a tendency to be inconsistent. 
Grade: B


OUTFIELD
There cannot be another unsung group of players in the DBS. The Pawtucket outfield consistently gets 
the job done. Joe Vosmik (.263 5 38) had a very solid and quiet rookie season and returns alongside 
John Frederick (.289 15 60) and Fred Schulte (.257). Ernie Orsatti also figures to see significant 
playing time, and there are excellent reserves in Dave Harris, Ethan Allen and Medwick. However, 
it would help if one of these players could become a major offensive force, but Medwick is at least 
a couple of seasons away. 
Grade: B+


STARTING PITCHING
#1 1930 pick Lon Warneke will be counted on this season to be the ace of the Pawtucket staff. 
Lon (5-5 3.20) was brought along slowly last season in the hopes of a big 1932. Don't be surprised 
if that happens. Warneke will be joined in the rotation by rookie Monte Weaver, who pitched well 
last season at AAA. If these two youngsters pitch as well as they are capable, there will be good 
times in Pawtucket. Rounding out the rotation are Ray Benge (6-8 2.69), Lloyd Brown (5-14 3.30) 
and possibly rookie Huck Betts. Veteran Sam Gray (12-6 3.44) was a major surprise last season. 
Grade: B


BULLPEN
Ed Durham (14 SV) took the closers role away from Ray Kolp last season when Kolp was ineffective. 
It is unlikely that Kolp will have another terrible season. Supporting players include Jim Mooney 
(7 SV 3.51), Eddie Wells (8-9 4.14), and Joe Shaute (3 SV 3.29). Jim Lindsey (4 SV 3.39) has 
retired. Like the rest of this team, the bullpen has showed tendencies of greatness and ineffectiveness. 
Grade: B


OUTLOOK
Without question, the Pawtucket Flying Dutchmen are a team moving upwards. There are many 
similarities to this year's squad and the one that won a pennant in 1929. However, several 
key players (with impressive pedigrees) are at press time, unproven. Also, they are missing 
a major run producer in their lineup. On the bright side, Pawtucket has several young pitching 
arms that can be outstanding. If they are able to live up to their potential and they are able 
to stay injury-free, the Dutchmen could mount a serious threat to the division title. A more 
likely prognosis is that 1932 is another step forward before serious contention in 1933 and 1934. 
PROGNOSIS: Third Place