1961 Boston Red Sox
From BR Bullpen
1961 Boston Red Sox / Franchise: Boston Red Sox / BR Team Page[edit]
Record: 76-86, Finished 6th in American League (1961 AL)
Managed by Pinky Higgins
Coaches: Billy Herman, Sal Maglie, Len Okrie and Rudy York
History, Comments, Contributions[edit]
Awards and Honors[edit]
- All-Stars: Mike Fornieles and Don Schwall
- AL Rookie of the Year Award: Don Schwall
- Topps All-Star Rookie Team: Don Schwall (RhP)
Standings[edit]
| American League | W | L | Pct. | GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Yankees | 109 | 53 | .673 | -- |
| Detroit Tigers | 101 | 61 | .623 | 8 |
| Baltimore Orioles | 95 | 67 | .623 | 14 |
| Chicago White Sox | 86 | 76 | .531 | 23 |
| Cleveland Indians | 78 | 83 | .484 | 30.5 |
| Boston Red Sox | 76 | 86 | .469 | 33 |
| Minnesota Twins | 70 | 90 | .438 | 38 |
| Los Angeles Angels | 70 | 91 | .435 | 38.5 |
| Kansas City Athletics | 61 | 100 | .379 | 47.5 |
| Washington Senators | 61 | 100 | .379 | 47.5 |
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