1953 Washington Senators
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1953 Washington Senators / Franchise: Minnesota Twins / BR Team Page[edit]
Record: 76-76, Finished 5th in American League (1953 AL)
Managed by Bucky Harris
Coaches: Nick Altrock, Joe Fitzgerald, Joe Haynes and George Myatt
History, Comments, Contributions[edit]
The 1953 Washington Senators were the last edition of the team for which Nick Altrock served as a coach, having been in the position every single season since 1912.
Awards and Honors[edit]
- All-Star: Mickey Vernon
Standings[edit]
| American League | W | L | Pct. | GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Yankees | 99 | 52 | .656 | -- |
| Cleveland Indians | 92 | 62 | .604 | 2 |
| Chicago White Sox | 89 | 65 | .578 | 11.5 |
| Boston Red Sox | 84 | 69 | .549 | 16 |
| Washington Senators | 76 | 76 | .500 | 23.5 |
| Detroit Tigers | 60 | 94 | .325 | 40.5 |
| Philadelphia Athletics | 59 | 95 | .383 | 41.5 |
| St. Louis Browns | 54 | 100 | .351 | 46.5 |
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