Willie Mays and Johnny Antonelli Provided Coming Attractions in The Spring

Exhibition games rarely are predictive, but on March 18, 1954, the New York Giants faced the Chicago Cubs at Phoenix in a seemingly meaningless game that was a template for the upcoming season.

Willie Mays blasted a home run and added a pair of doubles, while recently acquired young left-hander Johnny Antonelli hurled four innings, struck out five Cubbies, and didn't walk anyone.

Although the Cubs managed a pair of runs against Antonelli, the significant factor was that he didn't walk a batter.

Antonelli's performance w...

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