Cover: Dan DeCarlo

Jughead #231

Aug 1974 · Archie · 0.25 USD

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In "Spring Has Sprung," Jughead Jones finds himself unexpectedly drafted onto the Riverdale School baseball team after being caught tossing peanuts at a game—though the promise of free food doesn’t quite sell him on the idea. Written by George Gladir and brought to life with energetic art by Samm Schwartz, this 1974 classic captures Jughead’s signature charm as he navigates the absurdity of athletic ambition. The cover by Dan DeCarlo perfectly encapsulates the issue’s lighthearted spirit.

Contains 5 stories

Spring Has Sprung

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Unnamed little boy with kiteUnnamed Riverdale teen girlsUnnamed park attendantUnnamed girl with dog

In "Spring Has Sprung," Archie’s hopes bloom when he thinks he’s winning over a girl by watching her dog, but as always, his luck takes a turn—leading to a twist that leaves Jughead in the unexpected spotlight. A lighthearted, classic teen romp from the pages of Jughead #231, this 6-page story captures the messy charm of high school crushes and misdirected intentions.

The Cold Truth

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Uncle Hardcore

Beware Brother

5 pp · Humor, Teen

Upstanding Pupil

1 pp · Humor, Children

Throw Woe

5 pp · Humor, Teen

Unnamed peanut vendorUnnamed spectators

When Jughead Jones is caught tossing peanuts at a ballgame—mistaken for a pitcher—he’s unexpectedly drafted onto the Riverdale School baseball team, though the promise of free food doesn’t quite seal the deal.