The United Baseball Association: The New York Chronicle (1918)

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UNITED BASEBALL ASSOCIATION
since 1912

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LEAGUE HISTORY

November 1911: William A. Willman announces the formation of the United League, a brand new baseball league that will begin play in April, 1912.

March 1912: Eight charter franchises begin play on March 30, 1912. Each team will play 126 games. The team with the best record at the end of the season will win the Presidents Cup.

January 1913: Washington Statesmen owner Hugh McKinnon files for bankruptcy. Statesmen disband and players become free to sign with any team.

February 1913: E.C. Landgraf moves Richmond Cardinals to Washinton, DC. Team renamed Washington Grays.

March 1913: League owners expel J.J. Ryan's Cincinnati Ruby Legs from United League citing "bad management and poor attendance."

October 1913: James A. Gilmore announces the "Columbia League," a new major league that will compete with the American, National, and United Leagues.

January 1914: The Columbia League and United League agree to pit the winners of each league against each other in a nine-game series known as the Presidents Cup Series. The two leagues remain separate entities but will be known collectively as the United Baseball Association.

April 1914: United Baseball Association officially begins play. Columbia League opens with franchises in Baltimore, Brooklyn, Chicago, Kansas City, Newark, and St. Louis.

April 1915: Four new teams begin play. Boston and Detroit join United League. St. Paul and Philadelphia join Columbia League. Schedule is expanded to 140 games.

October 1915: After the 1915 season, the Brooklyn franchise is sold to Gus Duke, a real estate mogul. He changes the team's name to the Brooklyn Titans.

March 1916: St. Paul Saints move to Indiana and become the Indiana Blues.

April 1916: Schedule expanded to 154 games.

March 1917: Pittsburgh Keystones sold to the Swedish Gustav Amark, a Broadway theater owner. He moves the team to Yonkers, NY and renames them the Yonkers Knights. Pittsburgh citizens, outraged at the news, demand a new team be placed in Pittsburgh.

October 1917: League officials from American League, National League, and UBA meet to discuss an exhibition match between the winners of the Presidents Cup Series and the World Series. The first game is played on October 26, with the American League's Chicago White Sox defeating the New York Gothams 7-1. They agree to play the exhibition game each year.

November 1917: Due to World War I, which was known as "The Great War" or "The War to End All Wars" at the time, players agree to a 70% pay cut. The financial landscape of the league is completely changed.

January 1918: New Minor League structure announced that will place teams across the country.

July 1918: Secretary of War Newton Baker rules that baseball is not an essential occupation and players are not exempt from the "Work or fight" rule. The regular season ends August 14, allowing the Presidents Cup Series to be finished by the September 1 deadline set by the government.

THE PRESIDENTS CUP SERIES HISTORY

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</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 26.1pt;" height="34"> <td class="xl70" style="height: 26.1pt;" height="34">1914</td> <td class="xl69">Reading Reds (71-55)</td> <td class="xl68" align="center">5</td> <td class="xl70">
</td> <td class="xl71">Chicago Whales (81-45)</td> <td class="xl68" align="center">1</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 26.1pt;" height="34"> <td class="xl70" style="height: 26.1pt;" height="34">1915</td> <td class="xl71">Washington Grays (90-50)</td> <td class="xl68" align="center">3</td> <td class="xl70">
</td> <td class="xl69">Chicago Whales 84-56)</td> <td class="xl68" align="center">5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 26.1pt;" height="34"> <td class="xl70" style="height: 26.1pt;" height="34">1916</td> <td class="xl69">Chicago Orphans (96-58)</td> <td class="xl68" align="center">5</td> <td class="xl70">
</td> <td class="xl71">Philadelphia Centennials (84-70)</td> <td class="xl68" align="center">1</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 26.1pt;" height="34"> <td class="xl70" style="height: 26.1pt;" height="34">1917</td> <td class="xl69">New York Gothams (100-54)</td> <td class="xl68" align="center">5</td> <td class="xl70">
</td> <td class="xl71">Brooklyn Titans (97-57)</td> <td class="xl68" align="center">2</td> </tr> </tbody></table>

THE CHAMPIONS EXHIBITION HISTORY

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</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 26.1pt;" height="34"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 26.1pt;" height="34">1917</td> <td class="xl72">New York Gothams (100-54)</td> <td class="xl68">
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HALL OF CHAMPIONSThe 1912 Reading Reds

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In a fantastic conclusion to the inaugural United League season, the Reading Reds ended out on top and won the 1912 Presidents Cup.

With five games to go, four teams were within two games of each other. But Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and New York could not overtake the Reds as they swept Richmond to clinch the championship.

On defense, the team was anchored by pitcher Owen Chaney who went 18-10 with a 2.77 ERA. He also led the league with 212 strikeouts.

The offense was led by Wash Teal, who won the batting title with a .356 batting average and also led the league with a .475 on base percentage and 94 runs scored.

The 1913 Pittsburgh Keystones

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Finishing the season with a 74-52 record, Pittsburgh dominated the United League in 1913. They were in first for practically the entire season and really got hot at the end of the year.

One of the great stories of the 1913 season was Denis Pendleton. Pendleton was a 38-year-old pitcher who was traded from Chicago in 1912. He made little impact in that season, but came back and used his experience to dominate United League hitting.

In 26 starts, Pendleton went 20-4, becoming the first 20-game-winner of the United League. His 2.28 ERA was bested only by his teammate Carlos Burrell.

On offense, the team was led by right fielder Ferdinand Witherspoon. He topped the league with 66 RBIs, hit for a .301 average, and hit 6 home runs.

The 1914 Reading Reds

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The first Presidents Cup Series took place in 1914, a match-up between the United League Pennant winners, Reading, and the Columbia League Pennant winners, the Chicago Whales. The Whales, in their first season, put together the best record in the history of the league at the time, going 81-45.

However, the Reds, who went 71-55, played extremely well in the series. After losing game one, the team went on to win the next five games. In the sixth and deciding game, Reading came back from a one run deficit in the 8th inning by scoring five runs and went on to win 9-4.

On the mound, Owen Chaney was the anchor of the rotation. Going 21-10, he had a 1.90 ERA and struck out 252 men, the most in the UBA's three year history.

On offense, it was center fielder Wash Teal. The 35-year-old hit just .252, but hit 22 doubles, 8 triples, and 7 home runs.

The 1915 Chicago Whales

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The Chicago Whales were looking for revenge in 1915. In the previous season, they won more games than any other team had in the leagues short history, but played very poorly in the series and lost to the Reading Reds.

This year, the team once again won the Columbia League pennant, but took advantage of their opponent, the Washington Grays, and won in eight contests, five games to three.

The team had a great pitching staff, but was led by Mississippi native Whitey Upchurch, a 29-year-old who posted his second straight 20+ win season in his second season in the league. His 22-11 record and 227 K's were the best in the Columbia League.

The only Columbia League leader the Whales had was Connie Hayward, the team's third baseman. He led his league with 76 RBIs. But one of the team's best producers was second baseman Duck Bucher, who hit .277 but had a whopping 34 doubles, which was good for second best in the entire Association.

The 1916 Chicago Orphans

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The Orphans are a perfect case of a team that was willing to be patient. They started off in 1912 finishing in last place, twenty-one games back of the first place team.

But each year, the improved a bit. In 1913, they finished in 5th place. In 1914, 4th place. In 1915, they finished in 3rd. And finally, they made the leap this year and finished with the best record out of all sixteen teams. Winning 96 games, they sat atop the United League standings as the season came to a close.

In the Presidents Cup Series, they faced off against the Philadelphia Centennials. After losing the first game, they won five straight to clinch the championship.

On offense, the team was led by Ezekiel Peel, the 27-year-old right fielder who hit .276 with 11 home runs and 79 RBI.

Their pitching staff was the best in the league. 29-game-winner Earl Ebert and 26-game-winner Harmon Putman anchored the rotation. Ebert's 1.83 ERA was second best in the league.

The 1917 New York Gothams

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The 1917 New York Gothams took some big risks when the team was very aggressive in free agency, bringing in stars like pitcher Floyd Bennett and second baseman Boots Groat. They also brought in pitcher Whitey Upchurch in the middle of the season through a trade.

In the end, the team beat up on teams like Cleveland and Boston, whose combined salaries just surpassed New York's. The Gothams finished with exactly 100 wins, becoming the first team to reach that plateu in UBA history.

They faced their cross-town rivals, the Brooklyn Titans, in the 4th Presidents Cup Series. It was the first inter-city series of the league, and it definitely caused sparks between the two fan bases.

The team was down two games to one after the third game, but won the next four straight to take the title.

The team was led on offense by Boots Groat. He hit .294 and drove in 58 RBI while stealing 36 bases. On the mound, the club was led by Ed Gale as usual. The lefty finished with a 23-11 record and a league best 1.67 ERA.

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HALL OF HEROES & LEGENDS

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FRANCHISE HISTORY


Baltimore Terrapins (1914 - pres)

1914: Inaugural Season

Boston Shipbuilders (1915 - pres)

1915: Inaugural Season

Brooklyn Titans (1916 - pres)
Brooklyn Tip-Tops (1914 - 1915)

1914: Inaugural Season
1916: Brooklyn Tip-Tops sold, nickname changes to Titans
1917: Columbia League Pennant Winners
1918: Columbia League Pennant Winners

Chicago Orphans (1912 - pres)

1912: Inaugural Season
1916: Presidents Cup Champions

Chicago Whales (1914 - pres)

1914: Inaugural Season
1914: Columbia League Pennant Winners
1915: Presidents Cup Champions

Cleveland Maroons (1912 - pres)

1912: Inaugural Season

Detroit Wolverines (1915 - pres)

1915: Inaugural Season

Kansas City Packers (1914 - pres)

1914: Inaugural Season

New York Gothams (1912 - pres)

1912: Inaugural Season
1917: Presidents Cup Champions

Newark Peppers (1914 - pres)

1914: Inaugural Season

Philadelphia Centennials (1915 - pres)

1915: Inaugural Season
1916: Columbia League Pennant Winners

Reading Reds (1912 - pres)

1912: Inaugural Season
1912: Presidents Cup Champions
1914: Presidents Cup Champions

St. Louis Terriers (1914 - pres)

1914: Inaugural Season

Indiana Blues (1916 - pres)
St. Paul Saints (1915)

1915: Inaugural Season
1916: St. Paul Saints move to Indiana and become Indiana Blues

Washington Grays (1913 - pres)
Richmond Cardinals (1912)

1912: Inaugural Season
1913: Richmond Cardinals move to Washington, DC and become Washington Grays.
1915: United League Pennant Winners
1918: United League Pennant Winners

Yonkers Knights (1917 - pres)
Pittsburgh Keystones (1912 - 1916)

1912: Inaugural Season
1913: Presidents Cup Champions
1917: Pittsburgh Keystones are sold and moved to Yonkers, NY. Team changes name to Yonkers Knights.

Defunct Franchises


Cincinnati Ruby Legs (1912)

1912: Inaugural Season
1913: Team expelled from league due to poor management and bad attendance.

Washington Statesmen (1912)

1912: Inaugural Season
1913: Owner Hugh McKinnon forced to give up franchise after declaring bankruptcy.

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UNITED BASEBALL ASSOCIATION LEADERBOARD
as of Nov. 1917

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UNITED BASEBALL ASSOCIATION AWARD WINNERS

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W.A. Willan Announces United League (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/wa-willan-announces-united-league.html)

NEW YORK, NY. November 28, 1911 - William Abbot Willman of the Willman Railroad Co. issued a statement from the Hotel Imperial in New York City last night announcing the formation of a new baseball league that will begin play in April of 1912.

When asked where the new teams will play, Willman responded "We are currently in discussions with twelve possible franchises, but I can not make any statements on how many teams will play next season. We hope to have at least eight, but ten or twelve is a possibility."

As of today, there has not been an official reaction from the American or National Leagues.

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United League Reveals New Plans (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-league-reveals-new-plans.html)

READING, PA. January 15, 1912 - United League President W.A. Willman announced new plans for the league last night.

"Baseball is a fantastic sport. There is enough to go around for everyone," he said last night as he announced the hopes and desires of the outlaw baseball league.

"There is no such thing as too much good baseball, and good baseball as what we will offer. Does anyone really believe that the 400 players under contract to the teams of the American and National League are the only people who can play this great game? We do not want a war. We will not start a war. We will not attempt to bring players here that are already under contract with those teams. But if they start a war, we will fight it. And we will win."

"We have a lot to offer players who are not under contract. Players in the two other leagues are tied up under the reserve clause. Players in our league, after eight seasons of play, will be free to sign with any of our teams. There are thousands of players in high schools and colleges that now have more choices. Black ballplayers that are barred from the other two leagues are welcomed to sign contracts with our teams."

"We will arrange our schedule so that teams that share cities with major league clubs will play the majority of their home games while the other team is away. This means that baseball fans in those cities will get baseball nearly every day from April to September. We are in this business to bring baseball to baseball fans, and that is what we will do."

"Finally, I would like to announce the first franchise of the United League. I will own a team located in my home city of Reading. Expect more news about this team and others in the next few weeks."

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United League Meeting (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-league-meeting.html)

NEW YORK, NY. February 17, 1912 - Yesterday, President Willman of the United League presided over a meeting between the twelve prospective owners for the new league.

Eight of the twelve men were: Jack O'Connor, Chicago; Charles White, New York; W.A Willman, Reading; High McKinnon, Washington; E.C. Landgraf, Richmond; W.L. Murphy, Cleveland; J.J. Ryan, Cincinnati; and Marshall Henderson, Pittsburgh.

Four other potential franchise owners were there but their names were not released. However, we have learned that the four men were looking to own a franchise in Brooklyn, Baltimore, Manhattan, and Buffalo.

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Eight Franchises to Begin Play in April (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/eight-franchises-to-begin-play-in-april.html)

READING, PA. March 1, 1912 - In a bulletin released from the office of President Willman of the United League, it was announced yesterday that eight franchises will begin play in April.

The Chicago Orphans, owned by Jack O'Conner of O'Connor & Whitfield Oil.

New York Gothams, owned by Charles White of White Shipbuilders, Inc.

Reading Reds, owned by William Willman of the Willman Railroad Co.

Washington Statesmen, owned by Hugh McKinnon of McKinnon Automobiles.

Richmond Cardinals, owned by E.C. Landgraf, the son of oil baron Simon Landgraf.

Cleveland Maroons, owned by W.L. Murphy of Glover & Murphy Steel.

Cincinnati Ruby Legs, owned by J.J. Ryan, the son of Malcolm Ryan, owner of Ryan Rail Co.

Pittsburgh Keystones, owned by Marshall Henderson, a real-estate mogul.

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Cleveland May Leave United League (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/cleveland-may-leave-united-league.html)

CLEVELAND, OH. March 10, 1912 - With just a few weeks to go before the start of the inaugural United League season, the Cleveland Maroons, owned by W.L. Murphy may not make it to opening day.

Murphy has been very quiet lately on his plans. With very limited backing, Murphy still has not been able to lease a stadium for his Maroons to play in. With many other teams already down south practicing in the warm weather, Murphy believes that going ahead with his original plans could be a financial disaster.

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United League Teams Still Need Parks (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-league-teams-still-need-parks.html)

NEW YORK, NY. March 15, 1912 - With less the one half of a month left, the United League's future is looking grim. Only two teams, the Chicago Orphans and the Cincinnati Ruby Legs have secured a lease on a ballpark for the 1912 season.

With limited financial backing, most owners do not have enough capital to build their own parks. And with every single outlaw league before this ending in a colossal financial failure, ballpark owners are reluctant to lease out their fields.

President Willman will hold a press conference tomorrow to discuss the future of the league.

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United League Meeting, Owners Create Tentative Schedule (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-league-meeting-owners-create.html)

NEW YORK, NY. March 17, 1912 - Yesterday, the eight United League owners met to discuss the future of the league and the schedule for the inaugural season if it does indeed happen.

"As you all know, things aren't looking great for the United League so I will be frank with you. We need a miracle. Six of the eight teams do not currently have a home field and have two weeks to secure a lease for the 1912 season. If they fail to secure ballparks, we will have to put the league on hold indefinitely. Maybe we can come back in 1913."

Willman did not announce an exact schedule, but did mention that a tentative schedule was created. "With Cleveland not sure of their own future, we can not announce a schedule at this time."

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Anonymous Financier Injects Hundreds of Thousands into United League (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/anonymous-financier-injects-hundreds-of.html)

NEW YORK, NY. March 21, 1912 - Last week, President Willman said that the league needed a miracle to stay alive for this season. Yesterday, he announced that they had gotten their miracle.

"I don't know what to say. We were approached by someone with a large sum of money. He told us that he believed in what we wanted to do. This man, who I promised would stay unnamed, has saved the United League. With six teams needing ballparks, our only hope was to put together enough money to build our own fields for this season and prove that we can be stable enough financially to expand the parks for next season or get a lease in a bigger stadium."

"Work has been started last night. We need another small miracle to get something put together in time for the start of the season, but we can do this."

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United League Begins Play Tomorrow in Richmond (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-league-begins-play-tomorrow-in.html)

RICHMOND, VA. March 29, 1912 - It's been a bumpy road, but the United League will begin it's inaugural season tomorrow with a game between the Cincinnati Ruby Legs and the Richmond Cardinals.

A few more details have been revealed, as well. President Willman has announced the formation of three developmental leagues that will begin play in a few weeks. This will allow teams to sign more than the nineteen active players and get them playing experience. The three teams will play in the same cities as their parent franchise.

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New League Opens Season in Richmond (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/new-league-opens-season-in-richmond.html)

RICHMOND, VA. March 31, 1912 - The United League is on its way. In the presence of 2,500 fans, the Cincinnati Ruby Legs faced off against the Richmond Cardinals at the makeshift Liberty Park.

Cincinnati manager Francisco Tracey's nine men defeated Richmond manager Greg Bax's nine men in a close 6-4 game.

With the game tied at 4-4 at the start of the 9th inning, it looked like a possible extra inning game could open up the play of the new league. But a leadoff single from Cincinnati right fielder Ambrose Dodd and then an error on a steal attempt got things started for the Ruby Legs, giving them a man on third with no outs.

A sacrifice fly from catcher Tobias Lander drove in the go ahead run, and then a two out triple and then a single drove in another, putting the team up 6-4.

In the bottom of the 9th, Cincinnati pitcher Lorenzo Dubois forced Richmond hitters to fly out three straight times, sealing the first win for the pitcher, team, and league.

The opening game for the United League was not without fanfare. League president William Willman threw out the opening pitch and made a short speech thanking the fans for giving the league a chance. Also in attendance was Richmond mayor James Delehey, who thanked President Willman for bringing quality baseball to the city.

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United League to Play 126 Games (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-league-to-play-126-games.html)

NEW YORK, NY. March 31, 1912 - The opening day of the new league went off without a hitch yesterday. Last night, President Willman sent out a bulletin that revealed a 126-game schedule for each team. The team with the best record at the end of 126 games will win the Presidents Cup.

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Orphans Off to Slow Start, Trade Away Starting 3B (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/orphans-off-to-slow-start-trade-away.html)

CHICAGO, IL. April 27, 1912 - In a shocking move, Chicago Orphans owner Jack O'Connor has reacted to his teams slow start by selling his top hitter Curtis Caton to the New York Gothams.

While the Orphans certainly are off to a bad start at 7-16, it is still very early to sell off a twenty-eight-year-old third baseman who still has many, many years of quality play ahead of him. Fans are calling the move a "purely financial" one and have quickly started to question their team's owner and his desire to win.

O'Connor immediately fired back, stating that the move was good for the team.

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Pittsburgh's Hallock Dominating New League (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/pittsburghs-hallock-dominating-new.html)

PITTSBURGH, PA. May 1, 1912 - Phil Hallock, the 33-year old pitcher for the Keystones is off to a blistering start. In seven starts, Hallock has won six and lost none and has won our player of the month award for April.

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Keystones Go 22-6 in April (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/keystones-go-22-6-in-april.html)

PITTSBURGH, PA. May 2, 1912 - The Keystones were certainly not the favorite to win it all this season. That honor would go to teams in the big cities of New York and Chicago. But Pittsburgh is the home of the best team in the United League through one month of play.

The team went 22-6 last month, putting them five games ahead of the next best team, the Reading Reds.

Pittsburgh owner Marshall Henderson, a real-estate mogul is known as having a very strong desire to win. It's clear now that he was willing to spend some extra money on building his team and it has paid off.

"We're doing a great job," he said while walking around downtown Pittsburgh. "Callahan's doing a great job managing the club. I think I'm doing a great job getting fans out to the park. We're going to keep this up."

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McKinnon Fires Wallerstein, Statesmen Looking for New Manager (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/mckinnon-fires-wallerstein-statesmen.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. May 10, 1912 - The Washington Statesmen finally pulled the trigger today, firing manager Eddy Wallerstein. Wallerstein was rumored to be on the chopping block for some time and the team ownership had apparently had enough of the club lack of success.

Team owner Hugh McKinnon said, "We had a good relationship, but we just didn't make enough progress under his leadership. We thought we gave him everything he needed for success, but it just didn't happen."

No replacement has been named.

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Carrington Named Skipper (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/carrington-named-skipper.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. May 12, 1912 - Former National League coach Fortunato Carrington was named the manager of the Washington Statsemen yesterday.

Owner Hugh McKinnon was looking for an aggressive manager to match his personality. "Our former manager was a good guy, but he didn't have that fire. I have that fire, and I want someone with that fire. Carrington has it, and I think he'll do a fine job with our boys."

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Wash Teal Hits .423 in May (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/wash-teal-hits-423-in-may.html)

READING, PA. June 1, 1912 - Wash Teal, the center fielder for Reading has put up great numbers in May and has helped his team get into second place behind the Keystones.

Teal has hit .423 with two home runs, 24 RBIs, and 18 runs scored. He also drew 14 walks to post an on-base percentage of .487.

Through 53 games, Teal is hitting .375 with 5 home runs, 41 RBI's, and 46 runs scored.

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Reading's Chaney Strikes Out 17 (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/readings-chaney-strikes-out-17.html)

The Reading Reds were victorious over the Chicago Orphans today 4-3 at Reading Grounds after getting an outstanding performance from starting pitcher Owen Chaney. The 25-year-old Chaney brought his top game to the mound, striking out 17 batters while allowing 12 hits and 5 walks.

"He made a lot of good pitches out there," the Chicago manager said. "He made some of our guys look bad. We didn't help matters by swinging at everything, but we really have to give him credit -- he didn't make many mistakes."

In 16 starts this season Chaney has registered a 10-5 record and a 1.77 ERA.

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Richmond's Calhoun has Terrific June (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/richmonds-calhoun-has-terrific-june.html)

RICHMOND, VA. July 1, 1912 - Richmond's Eli Calhoun was voted June's United League Rookie of the Month by baseball officials after putting together a fine month-long performance.

The 28-year-old second baseman really attacked the baseball, putting up 35 hits, 3 home runs, 22 RBIs and a .324 average while playing in 27 games.

This season in 66 games, Calhoun has hit at a .322 clip with 85 hits, 3 home runs, 43 RBIs and 55 runs scored.

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Pittsburgh, Reading Tied for First Place (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/pittsburgh-reading-tied-for-first-place.html)

READING, PA. July 3, 1912 - In an 11-6 victory over the Cleveland Maroons yesterday, the Reading Reds have finally evened up their record with the Pittsburgh Keystones.

The Keystones had been in first place alone since the first month of the season, but they've cooled off a bit and now the two teams are in a deadlock. Pittsburgh had a one game lead but lost it after Reading's win and the Keystones 2-1 loss to Richmond yesterday.

New York is currently in 3rd place with a 43-38 record and is five games back.

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Chicago Sends Pendleton to Pittsburgh (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-sends-pendleton-to-pittsburgh.html)

CHICAGO, IL. July 22, 1912 - Chicago owner Jack O'Connor announced today that pitcher Denis Pendleton has been traded to the Pittsburgh Keystones.

Pendleton, a thirty-seven-year-old right hander isn't much use to the Orphans who are in 7th place, so they traded him to Pittsburgh, a team battling for the Presidents Cup and in return pick up four younger players that can help for the future.

Up to now Pendleton has compiled an ERA of 2.65 with a 11-10 mark over 23 starts. He has 126 strikeouts in 186.2 innings and has held opponents to a .243 batting average.

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Top Players in July (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/top-players-in-july.html)

NEW YORK, NY. August 1, 1912 - Jeremiah Mooney let his bat do the talking in July and the United League heard him loud and clear. He made plenty of noise as he put together a .392 batting average and was named the top hitter of the month.

Mooney's month to remember saw him accumulate 29 hits, no home runs, 19 runs batted in, 18 runs, 12 walks and a .500 on-base percentage.

Mooney has a .317 average and a .415 on-base percentage for the year. He has picked up 92 hits, no home runs and driven in 56 runs.

When the Ruby Legs skipper wrote Burrell on the lineup card, it was a bad omen for the opposition. Outing after outing in July he took command and usually got the win.

He dominated with a 6-0 mark and 1.17 ERA in 6 starts. The gifted Ruby Legs star pitched 54 innings, fanned 29 and held opposing teams to a .224 average.

For his excellent mound work Burrell was named the UL Pitcher of the Month by the baseball writers.

Burrell has made 23 starts this season, posting 12 wins and 7 losses. Opposing clubs are batting .250 against him and he has 94 strikeouts in 172 innings with a 2.88 ERA.

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Reading Takes Five Game Lead (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reading-takes-five-game-lead.html)

READING, PA. August 5, 1912 - Winning seven of their last ten games, the Reading Reds have taken the lead in the chase for the Presidents Cup.

Pittsburgh has lost seven of ten, giving Reading a commanding lead with 19 games left to play. On the defensive side, a big reason Reading is in the league is twenty-five-year-old Owen Chaney. Chaney, in 27 starts, has gone 17-7 with a 2.61 ERA. In 234 innings pitched, he's struck out 193 batters. which leads the league.

But Wash Teal, the Reading center fielder, has put together a great 1912 campaign so far. He's hitting .351 with 6 home runs, 65 RBIs, and has got on base at a .477 clip. On top of all that, he's stolen 55 bases, good for second best in the United League.

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Four Teams in Hunt for Presidents Cup (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/four-teams-in-hunt-for-presidents-cup.html)

READING, PA. August 15, 1912 - It looked like a two team race for a while, but a week long injury to Wash Teal of Reading has really hurt. They've lost seven of their last ten games, and now Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and New York are all within three games.

At 65-50, Reading still holds the lead with eleven games left to play.

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With Five Left, Presidents Cup Still Up for Grabs (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/with-five-left-presidents-cup-still-up.html)

NEW YORK, NY. August 22, 1912 - With five games to go, four teams still have a legitimate shot at the Presidents Cup.

Reading has put together a 67-54 season and is one game up on the Pittsburgh Keystones. Reading will play one more in Chicago, face Richmond at home for three games, and then play one game against the Keystones.

Pittsburgh plays one more in Cincinnati, and then faces off against Washington before the one game against Reading.

The two other teams in the mix are the Cleveland Maroons and the New York Gothams. Both teams are just two games out. New York will face Richmond and Chicago. Cleveland will face off against Washington and Cincinnati. Interestingly enough, Cleveland and New York will play their final game against each other.

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Reading Wins the 1912 Presidents Cup (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reading-wins-1912-presidents-cup.html)

READING, PA. August 29, 1912 - After a grueling 126 games, the Reading Reds have come out on top and have won the leagues first annual Presidents Cup.

"This was exactly what we were hoping for," said W.A. Willman, owner of the Reds and league president. "Obviously, I'm incredibly excited that my Reds won the first Presidents Cup. But as league president, this year went as well as we could have hoped. We were a little worried about league balance. It could have been one team in the lead the entire season with no excitement. But with five games left, there were four teams that had a legitimate shot at winning. That's what we love."

"In the American and National Leagues, money wins championships. The teams with the most money get the best amateur players. We have taken a revolutionary step and introduced an amateur draft. Next March, each team will be able to select ten players in a draft format, with the worst team from this year picking first, and the Reds picking last. While money will definitely allow teams to sign the best veteran players, the amateur draft will give a much better balance to the league."

"Changes may come in the offseason. While this season was a rousing success for many teams, it is possible that teams will want to leave the league. But overall, I have to take the time to declare the United League a success."

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President Willman Awards Presidents Cup to Reading (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/president-willman-awards-presidents-cup.html)

READING, PA. September 1, 1912 - In a somewhat awkward moment, William Willman, president of the United League and owner of the champion Reading Reds, awarded the Presidents Cup to manager Rube Coffee, the twenty-five Reading players, and himself.

"I hereby declare the Reading Reds the winners of the 1912 Presidents Cup, and would like to present the Presidents Cup trophy to manager Rube Coffee, the twenty-five Reading ballplayers, and, well...myself," he said laughing.

As he handed the trophy over to Rube Coffee, the two embraced in celebration of their terrific season.

"I'd like to thank Mr. Willman for giving me a shot to lead this team. A huge thank you to the players, the fans, everyone that's a part of this organization. Also, the seven other teams. They were all a great challenge and I look forward to facing off against them again next year."

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UL's Best Batsman Selected, It's Teal (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/uls-best-batsman-selected-its-teal.html)

READING, PA. September 5, 1912 - Wash Teal of the Reading Reds proved that you can step out of the shadows and onto the stage if you've got the talent and the drive to hone your skills. Hard work, long hours and a tireless resolve paid off for him today in the form of the United League MVP Award.

Teal hit for a .356 average while collecting 160 hits, 22 doubles, 8 triples, 7 home runs, 77 RBIs and scoring 94 times.

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Reading's Chaney Nets UL Pitcher of the Year Award (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reading-pa.html)

READING, PA. September 6, 1912 - 25-year-old Owen Chaney of the Reading Reds put together a good year in 1912 for such a young player. Chaney was named today as the winner of the United League Pitcher of the Year Award.

Chaney crafted an impressive 18-10 record and a 2.77 ERA. In 269.1 innings he allowed 232 hits, struck out 212, and walked 110.

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Hotel Imperial Hosts United League Meetings (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/hotel-imperial-hosts-united-league.html)

NEW YORK, NY. December 11, 1912 - The eight owners of the United League, including Reading owner and league president W.A. Willman met for a two day affair at the Hotel Imperial in New York City to discuss the future of the league.

Washington owner Hugh McKinnon announced at the meeting that he was considering selling his team or dropping out of the league, citing very poor attendance and financial difficulties.

The Cincinnati franchise, owned by the young J.J. Ryan, may meet a similar fate but not by choice. The owners are considering removing the franchise from the league for very poor attendance and plain bad management from the 37-year-old Ryan.

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Washington Owner Out (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/washington-owner-out.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. January 24, 1913 - At last months league meetings, we learned that Hugh McKinnon, owner of the Washington Statesmen, was considering pulling his squad out of the United League.

Yesterday, we learned that McKinnon has filed for bankruptcy and will lose the team. McKinnon, who made his small fortune from running an automobile company, sunk his money into buying the franchise but could not put a competetive team on the field and attendance suffered. The team averaged just 880 fans per game, the lowest in the league.

In a bulletin released by the league office yesterday, President Willman states that he was unsure about the future of United League baseball in Washington, DC, but did reveal that if a replacement team could not be found, the leagues next round of expansion will most likely bring a team to the D.C. area.

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E.C. Landgraf Moves Squad to D.C. (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/ec-landgraf-moves-squad-to-dc.html)

RICHMOND, VA. February 1, 1913 - In a somewhat surprising move, E.C. Landgraf, owner of the Richmond Cardinals has moved his team to Washington, D.C.

The team will now be known as the Washington Grays. Landgraf issued a statement, saying "We want to thank the fans in Richmond, but we feel that our club will be in a better situation closer to the capitol."

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J.J. Ryan's Ruby Legs Expelled from United League (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/jj-ryans-ruby-legs-expelled-from-united.html)

CINCINNATI, OH. March 5, 1913 - We heard rumblings that this could happen a few months ago at the owners meetings, but today it became official.

President Willman did not speak publicly, but in a press release explained that the other owners voted to expel Ryan's franchise from the league due to "bad management and poor attendance."

Former Ruby Legs players are now free to sign with any of the six franchises. Willman also announced that the 1913 season would remain a six team league but would expand after the season back to eight teams. This season's schedule will remain 126 games.

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United League Opens 1913 Season (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-league-opens-1913-season.html)

PITTSBURGH, PA. April 6, 1913 - Yesterday at Keystone Park, the Chicago Orphans faced off against the Pittsburgh Keystones in the opening matchup of the 1913 season.

Chicago, in their gray uniforms with blue stockings and a blue cap defeated the Keystones who wore white uniforms with a blue "P" stitched over the left side of the players chests.

Squire Ludwig, the 31-year-old Chicago pitcher threw nine innings, giving up five hits and just one run. The Orphans went on to win the opening day game 5-1.

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Top Players in April (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/top-players-in-april.html)

NEW YORK, NY. May 2, 1913 - Eli Calhoun of the Washington Grays was named the United League's best batter for his fine performance in April.

He compiled a .329 batting average and .462 on-base percentage during the month. In 23 games he piled up 27 hits, 2 home runs, 19 RBIs and 12 runs scored.


Owen Chaney took a much-deserved turn in the spotlight earlier today as he accepted the United League Pitcher of the Month award for April.

The 26-year-old Reds starter is a relative newcomer to the league, but nonetheless racked up an impressive 5-1 won-lost record in 6 starts. He has fanned 46 batters in 58.2 innings and sports a 1.53 ERA.


Dilly Munger's eyes seem to light up whenever he sees the baseball. The young Reading catcher has been hitting everything in sight for the better part of a month.

In April he was voted the Rookie of the Month Award.

During the month he hit .275 with 1 double, no triples and 1 home run. Munger also scored 11 times and drove in 4 runs.

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Reading, Pittsburgh at it Again (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reading-pittsburgh-at-it-again.html)

READING, PA. June 3, 1913 - For the majority of last season, it was Reading and Pittsburgh that were in the hunt for the Presidents Cup. This year, they're at it again.

Reading, at 32-22, is in first place but cannot get comfortable. Pittsburgh is one game back through fifty-four games.

Wash Teal, the star center fielder for Reading, is off to a slower start but is still playing very well for Reading. He's batting .302 and is on track to drive in 68 runs and hit 19 doubles.

In Pittsburgh, right fielder Ferdinand Witherspoon is leading by example. At 24-years-old, Witherspoon is getting better each month. Last year, he was quietly solid, hitting .290 with 64 RBIs. But this year, he's raised his average 30 points and is on track to drive in 75 runs and have 200 total bases.

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38-year-old Denis Pendleton On Fire (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/38-year-old-denis-pendleton-on-fire.html)

PITTSBURGH, PA. June 27, 1913 - Denis Pendleton has weaved an interesting path in his short time in the United League, but the 38-year-old right hander is throwing like his 25-year-old self.

Pendleton, a Boston native, started with the Chicago Orphans franchise. Knowing that he wouldn't be able to play for an extended amount of time, he chose the Orphans because he knew they had a shot of putting together a competitive team.

However, by the time July rolled around, Chicago was in 7th place and had no shot at competeting for the Presidents Cup. Orphans owner Jack O'Connor also knew that Pendleton didn't have a ton of time before his skills deteriorated, so he sold him off to the Pittsburgh Keystones for four prospects.

With Pittsburgh, Pendleton was able to put together a 2-3 record with a 3.35 ERA. However, this year has been a different story.

Pendleton has been absolutely unstoppable. In 19 starts, he's gone 17-1 with a 1.92 ERA. To put that in perspective, the pitcher with the next most wins, Babydoll Hurst of New York, has only twelve.

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After Three Months, Pittsburgh On Top (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/after-three-months-pittsburgh-on-top.html)

PITTSBURGH, PA. July 2, 1913 - As the United League enters the fourth month of play under the hot summer sun, Pittsburgh has a six game lead over second place Reading.

"We're really playing well out there. We're getting key hits on offense and getting big performances from our pitchers," said Keystones manager Edmon Callahan. "We just need to keep it up and watch our backs. That Reading team is tough."

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Reds, Grays Agree to Swap (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reds-grays-agree-to-swap.html)

READING, PA. July 15, 1913 - The Reds and Grays confirmed this afternoon that a trade had been agreed upon. In the deal, Reading will get 35-year old left fielder Mansfield Covington, while Washington will receive 25-year old starting pitcher Tookie Bynum.

Bynum has worked 65.1 innings this year with 26 strikeouts en route to a 6-3 record and 1.65 ERA, while Covington is hitting .315 with no home runs.

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Vincent Hittin' on All Cylinders (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/vincent-hittin-on-all-cylinders.html)

CLEVELAND, OH. July 17, 1913 - Getting 4 hits in a game is no easy feat, but hitting for the cycle is much more rare. Snooks Vincent was on fire today, going 4 for 5 and hitting for the cycle against New York at Murphy Park. His batting escapade sparked the Cleveland Maroons to a 4-1 victory over the Gothams. For the day the Maroons second baseman scored 2 runs and drove in 1.

The feat is rare in baseball as it requires a game of no fewer than four hits and the unusual combination of a home run, which requires a batter to hit for some power, and a triple, which requires a batter to have both speed on the basepaths and a well-placed drive deep into the outfield.

He told reporters after the game, "It just happened. Must have been fate or something... you can't plan this. I was more concerned with winning the game."

Vincent hit a solo-shot off J. Beebe in the 1st, grounded out in the 3rd, tripled in the 4th, doubled in the 6th and singled in the 8th.

This season-to-date Vincent has 1 home run and a .282 batting average.

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Manager Dots Seeley Fired by Grays (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/manager-dots-seeley-fired-by-grays.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. August 2, 1913 - The Washington Grays have ended their relationship with skipper Dots Seeley, firing him this afternoon. The Grays indicated they will soon be interviewing candidates for the position.

"This time we hope to get someone with a proven track record. We want an experienced manager and will take our time in getting one," the general manager told reporters.

"No hard feelings," Seeley said. "This is just part of the game. Washington gave me an opportunity and I appreciate it. They treated me well and fairly. I just wish we could have done better."

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With Ten to Go, Pittsburgh Up Six Games (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/with-ten-to-go-pittsburgh-up-six-games.html)

PITTSBURGH, PA. August 9, 1913 - Each team in the United League has played 116 games, leaving ten more to go before the Presidents Cup is officially won.

Pittsburgh has a commanding lead and needs to win five games to clinch. They'll face off against Cleveland, Chicago, and Reading to finish up the year.

Reading sits in second place, down six games to the Keystones. They'll play Chicago, New York, and Pittsburgh to finish the 1913 campaign.

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Pittsburgh Clinches 1913 Presidents Cup (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/pittsburgh-clinches-1913-presidents-cup.html)

PITTSBURGH, PA. August 17, 1913 - In a 7-5 win over the Reading Reds, the Pittsburgh Keystones have clinched the 1913 Presidents Cup!

"This is incredible. It's been a few years in the making. When I put together this team, I can honestly say it wasn't about the money. I have enough of that already," said Keystones owner Marshall Henderson. "This was about winning a championship."

When asked if winning over five teams instead of seven made it feel less important, he responded "No. Not at all. 126 games is 126 games. It's a grueling season no matter how many teams your playing against."

He went on to thank his team and coaches. "We never could have done this without our manager, Edmon Callahan. He's the best manager in the game today and we're so lucky to have him. Also, to the nineteen players on the active roster and any reserve players that contributed in any way, thank you. And Mr. Pendleton, you have outdone yourself. Congratulations."

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Reds Mckay Takes Batting Crown (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reds-mckay-takes-batting-crown.html)

READING, PA. August 20, 1913 - For Snooks Mckay of the Reading Reds, 1913 was a very good year. Mckay nabbed the United League batting championship with a .327 average. On the season, the 28-year-old right fielder registered 165 hits, 78 runs, 26 doubles, 9 triples, no home runs and 41 RBIs.

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Manager Haukins History; Gothams Start Search (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/manager-haukins-history-gothams-start.html)

NEW YORK, NY. August 21, 1913 - The New York Gothams have severed ties with their manager, Turk Haukins, firing him this afternoon at a hastily-called press conference.

The General Manager was quoted as saying the club needs a lot of things, beginning with a new skipper. "He did the best he could, but we just did not see the improvement needed to get our team in the upper echelon in this league. The time was right for us to part company."

No word on who will be the new New York manager, although club sources say the list is short.

"We are looking for a winner."

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Manager Stillman Gets Walking Papers in Washington (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/manager-stillman-gets-walking-papers-in.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. August 21, 1913 - The Washington Grays finally pulled the trigger today, firing manager Chris Stillman. Stillman was rumored to be on the chopping block for some time and the team ownership had apparently had enough of the club lack of success.

The GM said, "We had a good relationship, but we just didn't make enough progress under his leadership. We thought we gave him everything he needed for success, but it just didn't happen."

No replacement has been named.

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Teal Named 1913 UL MVP Award Winner (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/teal-named-1913-ul-mvp-award-winner.html)

READING, PA. August 23, 1913 - Wash Teal of the Reading Reds proved that you can step out of the shadows and onto the stage if you've got the talent and the drive to hone your skills. Hard work, long hours and a tireless resolve paid off for him today in the form of his second United League MVP Award.

Teal hit for a .321 average while collecting 144 hits, 18 doubles, 11 triples, 6 home runs, 64 RBIs and scoring 77 times.

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UL Presents Top Pitcher Trophy (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/ul-presents-top-pitcher-trophy.html)

PITTSBURGH, PA. August 24, 1913 - An old hand in this game, Denis Pendleton of the Pittsburgh Keystones silenced critics as well as he silenced the opposition this year by winning the United League Pitcher of the Year Award.

The 38-year-old starter threw 213.1 innings, notched 83 strikeouts and put up a 20-4 record to claim the coveted award.

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United League Picks Best Rookie (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-league-picks-best-rookie.html)

READING, PA. August 25, 1913 - The United League has presented its Rookie of the Year Award for 1913 and the honor went to Dilly Munger, the fine Reading catcher.

The 25-year-old Reds newcomer took the trophy by hitting .314 in 109 games and finished with 149 hits, 1 home run, 26 RBIs and 56 runs scored.

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Cleveland's Star Outfielder Retires at 26 (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/clevelands-star-outfielder-retires-at.html)

CLEVELAND, OH. September 2, 1913 - Cleveland fans were shocked yesterday when they learned that their star right fielder Claude Shaffer would be leaving the game.

"This is an extremely hard thing to do. Baseball has been a part of my life for so many years. But I have to announce that I will be leaving the team, and baseball, indefinitely. My wife is currently eight months pregnant. I have responsibilities that I need to tend to and right now baseball is low on my priority list. I need something more stable."

He went on to thank Cleveland owner W.L. Murphy, manager Dozier Maddox, his teammates, and the fans. Perhaps we will see Shaffer again someday, but it won't be in 1914.

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New Outlaw Baseball League On the Way (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/new-outlaw-baseball-league-on-way.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 13, 1913 - In a press conference from the luxurious five-year-old Plaza Hotel in New York City, James A. Gilmore announced the formation of a new major league that hopes to compete with the American, National, and United League.

"This is a fantastic opportunity for baseball fans everywhere. Imagine the winners of each league facing off every year to determine a true world champion."

"We currently plan on opening up our inaugural season with six teams, and then expand to eight for our second season. Currently, our plan is to start with franchises in Baltimore, Brooklyn, Chicago, Kansas City, Newark, and St. Louis."

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More Details on New Outlaw League (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/more-details-on-new-outlaw-league.html)

NEW YORK, NY. December 10, 1913 - After last months announcement of a new major league from James A. Gilmore, league officials have been quiet and many wondered if the league was still in development.

Last night, in a bulletin released by now President Gilmore, more details were revealed. The league will be known as the "Columbia League" and will open in April of 1914 with six franchises located in Baltimore, Brooklyn, Chicago, Kansas City, Newark, and St. Louis.

The three major financiers were also named in the bulletin. Oil baron Harry Sinclair, ice magnate Phil Ball, and Robert B. Ward of the Ward Baking Company have invested in the league.

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United, Columbia League Officials in NYC (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-columbia-league-officials-in-nyc.html)

NEW YORK, NY. January 5, 1914 - We have learned that United League officials and team owners have arrived in New York two days ago, but the more surprising news is that Columbia League officials and team owners are in New York as well.

Could the leagues be meeting to discuss their challenge of the American and National Leagues? Perhaps the leagues are discussing schedule issues to avoid conflicts as much as possible?

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United League and Columbia League to Play Nine-Game Series After Season (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-league-and-columbia-league-to.html)

NEW YORK, NY. January 13, 1914 - After a week of meetings between officials of each league, the United League and Columbia League have announced a "merging" of sorts.

The two leagues will remain as two separate legal entities. W.A. Willman will remain the president of the United League, and James A. Gilmore will remain the president of the Columbia League. However, the two leagues will be known collectively as the United Baseball Association.

At the end of each season, the winner of the United League will play in the Presidents Cup Series, a nine-game series against the winner of the Columbia League.

The United Baseball Association will have it's own office and commissioner that will be a mediator between the two leagues. No commissioner has been named as of today.

The owners of the six Columbia League teams have also been named: Nat Waldren, Baltimore; Robert B. Ward, Brooklyn; Charles Weeghman, Chicago; C.B. Comstock, Kansas City; Harry Sinclair, Newark; and Phil Ball, St. Louis.

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Six New Stadiums Constructed for Columbia League Franchises (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/six-new-stadiums-constructed-for.html)

NEW YORK, NY. February 17, 1914 - Six of the original eight United League franchises began play on empty lots that turned into makeshift baseball diamonds. While seats and walls have been added making them much more professional, the Columbia League will start with fully operational parks.

The six Columbia League teams will play at:

Baltimore Terrapins - Terrapin Park (334', 434', 330')

Brooklyn Tip-Tops - Washington Park (300', 400', 275')

Chicago Whales - Weeghman Park (310', 440', 345')

Kansas City Packers - Gordon & Koppel Field (317, 419', 314')

Newark Peppers - Harrison Park (332', 420', 318')

St. Louis Terriers - Handlan's Park (308', 408', 304')


The six United League franchises will continue playing at:

Chicago Orphans - O'Connor Park (307', 409', 307')

Cleveland Maroons - Murphy Park (313', 407', 309')

New York Gothams - Bronx Oval Grounds (320', 422', 321')

Keystone Park - Keystone Park (322', 420', 318')

Reading Reds - Reading Grounds (307', 412', 301')

Washington Grays - Liberty Park (318', 426', 324')

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United Baseball Association Opens 1914 Season (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-baseball-association-opens-1914.html)

NEW YORK, NY. April 11, 1914 - Today, six games open up the 1914 United Baseball Association season.

In the United League, it's Pittsburgh at Chicago, New York at Cleveland, and Washington and Reading.

In the Columbia League, it's Brooklyn at Chicago, Baltimore at Kansas City, and St. Louis at Newark.

The season will last 126 games, but there are rumblings that next year will see the schedule expanded to 140 games.

April's Top Players (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/uba-players-of-month.html)

NEW YORK, NY. May 2, 1914 - Capping off a whirlwind month in which he went 5-0 with a 1.40 ERA, Johny Beebe was selected as April's United League Player of the Month today. Reporters caught up with the elated New York starter as he left the clubhouse.

"I know it's difficult for pitchers -- when you have a bad start or two, people start wondering if you've lost it. Then you ride stretches like this one for all you can. You find it easier to come to the park every day because know you're contributing to the club, not just waiting for your turn in the rotation to make up for your last start."

Johny Beebe definitely contributed to the club. He had 5 starts, throwing 45 innings, striking out 21, and holding the opposition to a .210 average.

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Whales Win Ten in a Row (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/whales-win-ten-in-row.html)

CHICAGO, IL. May 27, 1914 - The Chicago Whales of the Columbia League are one game ahead of the Baltimore Terrapins and sit in first place with a 27-15 record.

They've been on fire lately, winning ten straight games. Short stop Jiggs Bard has been the catalyst on offense. He's hitting .361 and leads the league with 16 doubles so far.

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Total Control: Newark No-Hit by Upchurch (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/total-control-newark-no-hit-by-upchurch.html)

CHICAGO, IL. May 29, 1914 - Whitey Upchurch was pretty calm about his no-hitter -- until the last three outs. "You really become conscious of every pitch then. The adrenaline level kicks up even higher. And everybody in the ballpark knows a no-hitter is on the line. The crowd is on its feet. One mistake and it's all over."

But on this day at Weeghman Park Upchurch of the Chicago Whales was in complete command, not allowing the Newark Peppers a single base hit in the 2-0 victory.

"Obviously, you never think this will happen," he said. "I don't know if it's really sunk in yet." Upchurch faced 31 batters, had 8 strikeouts and 3 walks in a dominating effort. "To do this you have to have a good defense behind you, too."

"He was on from the get-go," one of the Peppers said. "He throws quite a few pitches. He was hitting his spots and keeping us off balance. It was a great game by him."

So far this season Upchurch has a 7-2 record, 9 starts, 74 innings, 50 strikeouts and a 2.19 ERA.

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Sperry, Upchurch Win May Awards (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/sperry-upchurch-win-may-awards.html)

NEW YORK, NY. June 2, 1914 - In May, Tomas Sperry swung a sweet bat and put together a solid month to win the United League Batter of the Month.

The New York left fielder batted .371 with 2 home runs, 11 RBIs and 19 runs scored.

So far in 1914 Sperry is hitting .311 with 3 home runs, 14 RBIs and 31 runs scored. He has 51 hits and played in 46 games.


Even though he is a newcomer to United Baseball Association, Windy Bailey put up some good numbers in May and brought home the CL Batter of the Month trophy.

He was one of Baltimore's offensive leaders with a .405 average in 27 games. He also racked up no home runs, 14 RBIs and 23 runs scored.

In the 1914 season Bailey has hit .406 with 4 home runs, 25 RBIs and scored 36 runs.


Baby-doll Hurst left little doubt in the minds of United League officials that he should be named May's Pitcher of the Month for his outstanding performance.

"I wasn't always confident at the start of a game," said Hurst. "Sometimes it's hard to get into the flow -- the calls aren't going your way or you're trying to spot your pitches too much. You just have to relax and use what you've been taught all your life -- get back to basics -- good mechanics, control, location, keep the ball down."

The 33-year-old tossed 65.1 innings of quality baseball -- going 5-2 with a 2.20 ERA and 22 strikeouts.

This season in 12 starts Baby-doll Hurst has a record of 7-5 with 34 strikeouts in 101 innings and a 2.58 ERA.


Whitey Upchurch hasn't been around the big leagues long enough to know that youngsters shouldn't be winning Columbia League Pitcher of the Month. But when you put up numbers like his, you're going to get some notice.

In May the Chicago starter earned a 6-1 mark in 7 starts. He threw 59 innings, struck out 43 and compiled a solid 1.22 ERA.

In the current season in 12 starts, Whitey Upchurch has a record of 10-2 with 72 strikeouts in 101 innings and a 1.87 ERA.

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Kansas City Sends Eddington to Reading (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/kansas-city-sends-eddington-to-reading.html)

READING, PA. June 16, 1914 - Several Packers and Reds players soon will have to start shopping for a new home. It was announced today that the two teams came to agreement on a trade. Kansas City will get 20-year old starting pitcher Sam Holder and Reading will pick up 30-year old starting pitcher Sydney Eddington, 22-year old minor league starting pitcher Georgie Ennis and 20-year old minor league third baseman Ice Lemons in return. "I'm not surprised by the news," one of the players told reporters, "It's part of the business and I understand that. I am looking forward to playing for the Packers."

This season Eddington has compiled a 7-7 mark with a 3.43 ERA in 15 starts.

Since joining the league, Holder has compiled an ERA of 4.42 with a career record of 4-5. He has 40 strikeouts in 77.1 innings and has held opponents to a .266 batting average.

With Kansas City sitting 21 games behind the first place Whales, they did a good job selling an older player to Reading for three younger ballplayers.

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United League's Best Player in June is Peel (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-leagues-best-player-in-june-is.html)

CHICAGO, IL. July 2, 1914 - When Ezekiel Peel stepped up to the plate in June, he did it with confidence and today he was honored with the United League Player of the Month award.

The young Chicago right fielder posted a .388 batting average with a whopping 7 home runs, 19 RBIs and scored 16 runs. Peel also worked pitchers for 5 walks to post a .435 on-base percentage.

Peel is presently hitting at a .323 pace with 12 home runs, 36 RBIs and has scored 34 times.

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Chicago's Upchurch Top CL Player in June (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicagos-upchurch-top-cl-player-in-june.html)

CHICAGO, IL. July 3, 1914 - There's something about a young rookie winning the Columbia League Player of the Month trophy that sends shock waves through the league. Such is the case with Whitey Upchurch, a 27-year-old starter for the Chicago Whales.

In June, he topped off the month with a 5-1 mark and 2.17 ERA in 7 starts, tossed 54 innings, fanned 38 and held opposing teams to a .199 average.

This year Upchurch has registered 15 wins and 3 losses in 19 starts with a 1.97 ERA while registering 110 strikeouts and 43 walks in 155 innings.

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Through 84 Games, UL Race is Close, CL is Dominated by Chicago (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/through-84-games-ul-race-is-close-cl-is.html)

NEW YORK, NY. July 11, 1914 - Through 84 games, the United League race is still mighty close. The Cleveland Maroons are the only team that don't have much of a chance. In the Columbia League, on the other hand, is being dominated by the Chicago Whales.

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</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Washington</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">48</td> <td class="xl69">36</td> <td class="xl71">-
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">New York</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">46</td> <td class="xl69">38</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">44</td> <td class="xl69">40</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">42</td> <td class="xl69">42</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Pittsburgh</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">39</td> <td class="xl69">45</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Cleveland</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">33</td> <td class="xl69">51</td> <td class="xl69">15</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
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</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; text-align: center;" height="17">Columbia League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
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</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">61</td> <td class="xl69">23</td> <td class="xl71">-
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Baltimore</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">44</td> <td class="xl69">40</td> <td class="xl69">17</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Brooklyn</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">42</td> <td class="xl69">42</td> <td class="xl69">19</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">St. Louis</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">38</td> <td class="xl69">46</td> <td class="xl69">23</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Newark</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">37</td> <td class="xl69">47</td> <td class="xl69">24</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Kansas City</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">30</td> <td class="xl69">54</td> <td class="xl69">31</td></tr></tbody></table>

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Chaney Spins 15-K Game (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chaney-spins-15-k-game.html)

READING, PA. July 13, 1914 - Owen Chaney of the Reading Reds struck out an amazing 15 batters today at Reading Grounds and whipped the Chicago Orphans 5-1. Chaney allowed 3 hits and gave up 3 walks in a sensational mound performance.

"I really felt like I had complete command of all my pitches during the game," said a smiling Chaney when asked about his stellar outing. "These types of games don't happen all the time, so I'm going to savor this one for a while."

To date this year in 22 starts, Chaney has crafted a 13-8 mark with a 1.82 ERA.

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Chaney Named UL's Best Player in July (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chaney-named-uls-best-player-in-july.html)

READING, PA. August 1, 1914 - Owen Chaney hasn't been around the big leagues long enough to know that youngsters shouldn't be winning United League Player of the Month. But when you put up numbers like his, you're going to get some notice.

In July the Reading starter earned a 6-1 mark in 7 starts. He threw 63 innings, struck out 63 and compiled a solid 1.86 ERA.

This season Chaney has fanned 203 in 234.1 innings and collected a 16-9 record with a 1.92 ERA.

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St. Louis 2B Named CL's Best Player in July (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/st-louis-2b-named-cls-best-player-in.html)

ST. LOUIS, MO. August 2, 1914 - His solid numbers speak for themselves. That's why Warley Kephart of the St. Louis Terriers was named the Columbia League's best player in July.

The St. Louis second baseman starred with a .370 batting average, 1 home run and 18 RBIs.

Kephart has a .303 average and a .430 on-base percentage for the year. He has picked up 89 hits, 3 home runs and driven in 51 runs.

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Chicago Whales Win Columbia League Pennant (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-whales-win-columbia-league.html)

CHICAGO, IL. August 9, 1914 - Yesterday, in a contest between the Chicago Whales and the Newark Peppers at Harrison Park in New Jersey, the Chicago Whales made it mathematically impossible for any other team to win the Columbia League by winning 4-2.

The Whales will play in the first ever Presidents Cup Series against the winner of the United League. As of today, the Reading Reds are in first place with sixteen games to go. The Washington Grays are four games behind the Reds.

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Reading Two Games Ahead of Washington with Two Games Left to Play (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reading-two-games-ahead-of-washington.html)

READING, PA. August 23, 1914 - The Reading Reds have cut it close. Four games ahead going into the month, they started off strong. But in a three game series with the Cleveland Maroons, they lost all three, cutting their lead to just one.

Washington couldn't take advantage of Reading's losses by losing two of three to the Reds themselves.

With two games left, Washington needs to win both and Reading needs to lose both to force a tie. Washington will face off against Pittsburgh at Keystone Park, and Reading will take on against the Gothams at the Bronx Oval Grounds.

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Ramon Starke Wins 1914 UL Batting Title (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/readings-chaney-earns-triple-crown.html)

CLEVELAND, OH. August 26, 1914 - This season Cleveland left fielder Ramon Starke won the United League batting crown. His .321 average led everyone in 1914. Starke's season stats included 142 hits, 3 home runs, 65 runs scored and 59 RBIs.

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Baltimore Star Captures CL Bat Crown (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/baltimore-star-captures-cl-bat-crown.html)

BALTIMORE, MD. August 26, 1914 - When it came to hitting in the Columbia League this season, none did it better than Windy Bailey of the Baltimore Terrapins. He surpassed all his peers with a .318 average to take the 1914 batting crown. The 28-year-old center fielder had 149 hits, including 14 doubles, 6 triples and 4 home runs. Bailey participated in 121 games and also chipped in 52 RBIs and scored 63 times.

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1914 Presidents Cup Series Preview: Reading Reds (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/1914-presidents-cup-series-preview.html)

CHICAGO, IL. August 26, 1914 - Today, the Reading Reds, winners of the United League Pennant, will play against the Chicago Whales, winners of the Columbia League Pennant, at Weeghman Park.

The Reading Reds, winners of the 1912 Presidents Cup, will try for their second championship. But this year is different. For the first time, these two leagues will face off to determine the winner.

Reading is owned by W.A. Willman, owner of the Willman Railroad Company and president of the United League. Their manager, Rube Coffee, has been there from the beginning and was the manager during their 1912 championship season. Here is the Reading lineup that we expect to see in the series:

1. RF Hunkey Howel (.284, 5 Doubles, 13 RBIs)
2. C Dilly Munger (.251, 8 Doubles, 39 RBIs)
3. CF Wash Teal (.252, 14 Triples, 72 RBIs)
4. LF Mansfield Covington (.277, 20 Doubles, 21 RBIs)
5. 1B Angus Mulkey (.290, 17 Doubles, 66 RBIs)
6. SS Yank Burk (.256, 16 Doubles, 51 RBIs)
7. 3B Chester Shane (.266, 8 Doubles, 32 RBIs)
8. 2B Fritz Schweitzer (.226, 8 Doubles, 25 RBIs)

Their pitching rotation is as follows:

1. RHP Owen Chaney (21-10, 1.90 ERA, 252 K)
2. RHP Joel Sperry (15-12, 2.18 ERA, 62 K)
3. RHP Sydney Eddington (15-12, 2.84 ERA, 83 K)
4. RHP Solomon Maurer (13-13, 3.42 ERA, 64 K)

Game Three and Four, and Seven and Eight if necessary, will be playing in Reading at the team's Reading Grounds. The ballpark holds 12,100 spectators and is a good park to hit home runs in. The short distance from home plate to the walls cut down doubles and triples, however. The dimensions are:

LF: 307'
CF: 412'
RF: 301'

The Reds wear a red cap and red stockings. They wear white knickers and a white vest with a red undershirt. Their cap has an embroidered white "R", and their vest has a red "R" in the same type as their cap over the left side of the chest.

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1914 Presidents Cup Series Preview: Chicago Whales (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/1914-presidents-cup-series-preview_04.html)

CHICAGO, IL. August 26, 1914 - The Chicago Whales will open up the series today at Weeghman Park against the Reading Reds.

The Whales, in their first season, have won more games than any team in the three years of UBA history.

Chicago is owned by Charles Weeghman, a diner magnate from the Chicago area. The Whales are managed by Judson Smoot, a first time manager. The following is the lineup we expect to see the Whales use in the upcoming series:

1. LF Smiley Zaring (.268, 16 Triples, 40 RBIs)
2. SS Fatty Knott (.270, 20 Doubles, 48 RBIs)
3. RF Baptist Kutz (.297, 19 Doubles, 52 RBIs)
4. 1B Dutch Mcdaniel (.298, 5 Homeruns, 54 RBIs)
5. 3B Connie Hayward (.272, 24 Doubles, 19 Triples, 59 RBIs)
6. 2B Duck Butcher (.250, 28 Doubles, 55 RBIs)
7. CF Enos Teal (.242, 17 Doubles, 39 RBIs)
8. C Spider Snider (.196, 7 Homeruns, 47 RBIs)

Their pitching rotation is as follows:

1. RHP Whitey Upchurch (23-8, 2.01 ERA, 199 K)
2. LHP Erwin Monson (16-14, 3.49 ERA, 74 K)
3. RHP Emile Zimmerman (3-1, 3.13 ERA, 21 K)
4. RHP Charlie O'Donnell (4-4, 4.16 ERA, 27 K)

Games One and Two, and Five and Six, and Game Nine if necessary, will be played in Chicago at the team's Weeghman Park. The ballpark holds 18,500 spectators and is a fairly big park. With such a deep centerfield, many doubles and triples are hit here. The dimensions are:

LF: 310'
CF: 440'
RF: 345'

The Whales wear white uniforms and wear a royal blue cap. A white "C" is stiched onto the cap, and blue pinstripes adorn the shirt and knickers. The team wears white stockings with blue stripes.

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Chicago Takes Game One, 13-3 (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-il.html)

CHICAGO, IL. August 27, 1914 -

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The United Baseball Association's first ever Presidents Cup Series began yesterday in Chicago at Weeghman Park. The Reading Reds, winners of the United League, faced the Chicago Whales, winners of the Columbia League.

The festivities began a parade through downtown Chicago, with players, coaches, and even owner Charles Weeghman sitting atop floats headed toward Weeghman Park.

When game time arrived, President Woodrow Wilson met at the mound with United League president W.A. Willman and Columbia League president James A. Gilmore. After posing for pictures, President Wilson threw out the first pitch, which was caught by Whales catcher Spider Snider.

Finally, at 1:32 PM, the first Presidents Cup Series began with a ball from Chicago pitcher Emile Zimmerman.

In the bottom of the 2nd inning, the first run of the game was scored on a triple from Enos Teal of Chicago, a deep shot hit to right-center field.

A six-run inning in the bottom of the 3rd gave Chicago a 7-0 lead. While Reading did cut it to 7-2 in the top of the 5th, Chicago didn't let up, scoring six more runs and ended up winning the game 13-3.

Emile Zimmerman actually pitched a rather poor game for the Whales. Through 9 innings, he gave up 9 hits and 9 walks and only struck out three.

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Reading Ties Up Series with 3-2 Comeback Win (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reading-ties-up-series-with-3-2.html)

CHICAGO, IL. August 28, 1914 -

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</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
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</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">5</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl71">0</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">7</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
It was a defensive battle through 5 1/2 innings. In the bottom of the 6th, Chicago put two runs on the board with a home run from Dutch Mcdaniel over the left field wall.

The Whales cruised through the next two innings, and in the top of the 9th sent out Charlie O'Donnell to finish the complete game shutout. But things didn't go according to plan.

Reading hit two straight doubles, scoring a run. A walk put runners on 1st and 2nd with no outs. Then, pinch hitter Mose Drew came to the plate and hit a double off of the wall. The man on second came home easily, but the runner on first, Angus Mulkey, ran faster than we've ever seen him run. He darted home as the ball came in, and with the umpire giving the "safe" sign, the Reds had come back and taken the lead.

Solomon Maurer went back out onto the mound for the 9th inning. A quick groundout gave him confidence, but a single put a man on with 1 out.

Then, one of the greatest plays we've ever seen occured. With Duck Bucher up for the Whales, he hit a towering flyball to right center field. It looked like a clear double, maybe even a triple, but there was absolutely no doubt that the run would score. But right fielder Hunkey Howel would have none of it. He darted toward the wall and in a magnificent lunging motion, he put his glove on the ball but couldn't squeeze it. Tumbling over himself, Chicago fans cheered. But the ball wouldn't find the ground. As Howel tumbled over, he caught sight of the ball, stuck out his glove, and watched the ball fall into it.

But, it wasn't over yet. Another single put runners on 1st and 3rd with 2 outs. Maurer put the hitter in a 1-2 count, but missed with two straight pitches, making it a full count. After a hard foul ball down the left field line, Layman hit a weak ground ball to 1st base. The defender picked it up, tagged first base himself, and Reading took game two tying the series at 1-1.

[JetsIn06]

Reading Takes Game Three with 9-1 Win (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reading-takes-game-three-with-9-1-win.html)

READING, PA. August 30, 1914 -

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</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Reading
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">5</td> <td class="xl71">x</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> <td class="xl69">8</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
Reading jumped out to an early 4-1 lead at the Reading Grounds today and won easily, 9-1.

The player of the game was Owen Chaney, who pitched a complete game allowing 9 hits, 1 walk, and one run. He struck out 6. Chaney also drove in two runs while batting.

Upchurch, the pitcher for Chicago, didn't have good command today, allowing 7 walks in 7.2 innings.

[JetsIn06]

Reading Goes up 3-1 in Victory (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reading-goes-up-3-1-in-victory.html)

READING, PA. September 1, 1914 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 327px; height: 54px;" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 11pt;" span="10" width="14"> <col style="width: 16pt;" width="21"> <col style="width: 12pt;" width="16"> <col style="width: 16pt;" span="2" width="21"> <col style="width: 11pt;" width="15"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl71">x</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">5</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
Once again, the Reading Reds jumped out to an early lead and never let up. But you can really give it up to Reds hurler Joel Sperry. He threw nine innings of three hit ball, giving up no earned runs and striking out four.

On offense, Yank Burk hit the games only double, and Sperry hit the only triple of the contest. Tomorrow is a travel day. The team's will take a bus trip to Chicago to play out games five and six in Weeghman Park. Reading needs two more wins to clinch the series.

[JetsIn06]

Reading Beats Chicago 4-1 at Weeghman Park, Need One More Win (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reading-beats-chicago-4-1-at-weeghman.html)

CHICAGO, IL. September 2, 1914 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 243pt;" width="316" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 11pt;" span="10" width="14"> <col style="width: 16pt;" width="21"> <col style="width: 12pt;" width="16"> <col style="width: 16pt;" span="2" width="21"> <col style="width: 11pt;" width="15"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> <td class="xl69">10</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl71">0
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
In another one run game from Chicago, Reading has taken a four games to one lead over the Whales and need one more to win the 1914 Presidents Cup Series.

Eddington of Reading pitched brilliantly, going nine innings and allowing six hits, one walk, and no earned runs, but he did only strike out one. The offense was led by Hunkey Howel, the Reds right fielder. He went two for four with two doubles, one RBI, and also scored a run.

Tomorrow's game will pit Solomon Maurer of Reading against Charlie O'Donnell of the Whales.

[JetsIn06]

Reading Wins 1914 Presidents Cup Series! (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reading-wins-1914-presidents-cup-series.html)

CHICAGO, IL. September 3, 1914 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 243pt;" width="316" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 11pt;" span="10" width="14"> <col style="width: 16pt;" width="21"> <col style="width: 12pt;" width="16"> <col style="width: 16pt;" span="2" width="21"> <col style="width: 11pt;" width="15"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">5</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> <td class="xl69">11</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl71">0
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> <td class="xl69">11</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
Reading has defeated the Chicago Whales in the first annual Presidents Cup Series!

In front of 18, 292 paid fans, the Reading Reds, in their away gray uniforms, got out to a quick 3-0 lead. After the last four games, it looked like Reading was at it again and would cruise to an easy win. But not so far, Chicago scored one in the bottom of the 3rd and then three in the bottom of the 5th, taking a 4-3 lead. When the Whales kept the score there for two more innings, it looked like they had a shot to keep their season alive.

But in the top of the 8th, Reading exploded. A walk, triple, intentional walk, another triple, and then an RBI groundout put four runs on the board. Then a double, groundout, and single drove in another run, giving them a four run lead. They padded it in the top of the 9th with another run.

In the bottom of the 9th, a 1-out single kept Chicago alive, but then two flyball outs clinched the win for Reading.

Congratulations to the Reading Reds!

[JetsIn06]

1914 Final Standings (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/1914-final-standings.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 4, 1914 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 254pt;" width="338" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 48pt;" span="4" width="64"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 254pt; text-align: center;" width="338" height="17">United League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td class="xl72">
</td> <td class="xl69">71</td> <td class="xl69">55</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Washington</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">69</td> <td class="xl69">57</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">New York</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">63</td> <td class="xl69">63</td> <td class="xl69">8</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">61</td> <td class="xl69">65</td> <td class="xl69">10</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Pittsburgh</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">58</td> <td class="xl69">68</td> <td class="xl69">13</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Cleveland</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">56</td> <td class="xl69">70</td> <td class="xl69">15</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; text-align: center;" height="17">Columbia League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">81</td> <td class="xl69">45</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Baltimore</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">64</td> <td class="xl69">62</td> <td class="xl69">17</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Brooklyn</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">61</td> <td class="xl69">65</td> <td class="xl69">20</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">St. Louis</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">60</td> <td class="xl69">66</td> <td class="xl69">21</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Newark</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">59</td> <td class="xl69">67</td> <td class="xl69">22</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Kansas City</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">53</td> <td class="xl69">73</td> <td class="xl69">28</td></tr></tbody></table>

[JetsIn06]

Chaney Scoops up UL Top Hurler Award (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chaney-scoops-up-ul-top-hurler-award.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 17, 1914 - The W.A. Willman Pitcher of the Year Award for 1914 has been presented and the United League winner is Owen Chaney of Reading.

"It's always nice to receive an award like this," said Chaney. "I just hope I can improve on my performance next year and be in the running again," the Reds star told reporters.

Chaney excelled with an impressive 21-10 record in 32 starts. In 288.1 innings he yielded 196 hits and 113 walks, while striking out 252 and compiling a fine 1.90 ERA.

[JetsIn06]

Upchurch Wins Columbia League Pitching Crown (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/upchurch-wins-columbia-league-pitching.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 17, 1914 - Whitey Upchurch was really special this season. You could feel the electricity in the air every time he took the mound for the Chicago Whales. Today he was honored by his selection as the 1914 Columbia League W.A. Willman Pitcher of the Year Award recipient.

He started 32 games, logging 264 innings, 23 wins, 8 losses, 199 strikeouts and a 2.01 ERA. Upchurch gave up 209 hits, while walking 73 and holding opponents to a .215 average.

[JetsIn06]

Eli Calhoun Wins Best Bat Trophy (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/eli-calhoun-wins-best-bat-trophy.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 18, 1914 - Eli Calhoun really stood out with the bat in the United League this year as he put together a .305 batting average. Today he was named the winner of the coveted 1914 James A. Gilmore MVP Award.

He hit his way to an award-winning season with these stats: 138 hits, 5 home runs, 66 RBIs and 85 runs scored.

[JetsIn06]

Kephart Tops Best Hitter List (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/kephart-tops-best-hitter-list.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 18, 1986 - Warley Kephart had an impressive 1914 season against Columbia League pitchers and was acclaimed the league's James A. Gilmore MVP Award winner today.

The St. Louis second baseman hit .302 and collected 107 hits, 3 home runs, 58 RBIs and scored 58 times to win the coveted trophy.

[JetsIn06]

Washington Eagan Named UBA Commisioner (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/washington-eagan-named-uba-commisioner.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 10, 1914 - After one full season of the United Baseball Association, the league has officially named their first commissioner.

Washington Eagan, a lawyer from Brooklyn, NY, will preside over the United and Columbia League. W.A. Willman and James A. Gilmore will continue to be the representatives of the United and Columbia Leagues, respectively.

[JetsIn06]

UBA Owners Meetings This Week (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/uba-owners-meetings-this-week.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 14, 1914 - This week, team owners, league officials, league presidents, and Commissioner Eagan will meet at the Plaza Hotel in New York City to discuss the future of the United Baseball Association.

One main item that the league officials will discuss is a slight change to the free agency rules. Currently, players need eight years of major league service time to become free agents. According to sources, W.A. Willman and James A. Gilmore, along with Commissioner Eagan, would like to move the required number of years to four, making free agency a possibility after this season.

However, owners are unlikely to agree. Eight years allows them to hold on to younger talent through their prime. The problem, however, is players may be tempted to desert the UBA and move to the American or National League's if they feel that they're getting the same deal they would with the reserve clause. It will be interesting to see how this plays out.

[JetsIn06]

United League, Columbia League Will Expand to Eight (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-league-columbia-league-will.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 20, 1914 - The owners meetings are over, and there are a few very interesting changes that are being instituted by Commissioner Eagan.

First of all, the most drastic news is that each league will expand by two teams. Locations have not been named yet.

Secondly, the amount of service time needed to reach free agency has been changed from eight years to five years. While we had thought the owners would never agree, Commissioner Eagan must have been able to convince them.

[JetsIn06]

Boston, Detroit Join United League (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/boston-detroit-join-united-league.html)

NEW YORK, NY. January 14, 1915 - "I would like to announce two brand new franchises that will be coming to the United League this coming season," said league president W.A. Willman. "First off, we have the Boston Shipbuilders who will be owned by Matthew Willard of the M.A.W. Shipping Company. And second, we'll be joined by the Detroit Wolverines. Detroit is owned by Virgil Compton, an oil magnate who co-owns Isaac & Compton Oil, Inc."

The two franchises that are joining the Columbia League will be announced at a press conference tomorrow by league president James A. Gilmore.

[JetsIn06]

Philadelphia, St. Paul Join Columbia League (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/philadelphia-st-paul-join-columbia.html)

NEW YORK, NY. January 15, 1915 - "Today we're here to announce two new teams that will be joining the Columbia League for the 1915 season. We are happy to announce that the Philadelphia Centennials and the St. Paul Saints will be joining us for the upcoming pennant chase."

"The Centennials of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania are owned by Harman Day, a renowned restaurantier. The St. Paul Saints are owned by Goose McCormick, a filmmaker. We are happy to have the two teams aboard."

The four expansion teams will choose their players through an expansion draft. Each team of the twelve existing teams will be able to protect twenty players. Any players left unprotected are eligible to be taken in the expansion draft. The draft will last thirty-five rounds.

[JetsIn06]

United Baseball Association Expands Schedule to 140 Games (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-baseball-association-expands.html)

NEW YORK, NY. March 7, 1914 - In a bulletin released by the league office today, the UBA has announced an expansion of the schedule, moving from a 126 game schedule to a 140 game schedule. This week, the league office is putting together the new schedule for the 1915 season.

[JetsIn06]

Chicago Home to Two Opening Day Events (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-home-to-two-opening-day-events.html)

CHICAGO, IL. April 9, 1915 - Yesterday, the Chicago Whales and the Chicago Orphans opened up the 1915 season. Both teams began yesterday morning in between Weeghman Park and O'Connor Park. The teams left at the same time, with fans lining up along the sides of street all the way to the park. It was an incredible parade for both teams that kicked off the 1915 season with a bang.

The Orphans beat up on the expansion Detroit franchise, winning 11-0, and the Whales beat the expansion St. Paul Saints in a close 3-2 game.

[JetsIn06]

United League Announces April's Top Player (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-league-announces-aprils-top.html)

CHICAGO, IL. May 1, 1915 - Earl Ebert took a much-deserved turn in the spotlight earlier today as he accepted the United League Pitcher of the Month award for April.

The 27-year-old Orphans starter is a relative newcomer to the league, but nonetheless racked up an impressive 6-0 won-lost record in 6 starts. He has fanned 52 batters in 54 innings and sports a 1.00 ERA.

[JetsIn06]

April's #1 CL Player Announced - Sterns Winner (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/aprils-1-cl-player-announced-sterns.html)

ST. LOUIS, MO. May 2, 1915 - Mat Sterns of St. Louis excelled on the mound in April with a 5-1 record and was named the Pitcher of the Month in the Columbia League.

Sterns restricted opposing batters to 34 base hits and a .178 batting average. He rang up 17 strikeouts in 54 innings of work, surrendered 13 walks, and fashioned a 1.00 ERA.

[JetsIn06]

Putman No-Hits Boston (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/putman-no-hits-boston.html)

CHICAGO, IL. May 4, 1915 - Chicago's Harman Putman came up big today at O'Connor Park with an exceptional 4-0 outing against the Boston Shipbuilders. Not only did he whip them, but Putman held them hitless, too. He brought his "A stuff" to the ballpark, finishing with 7 strikeouts and 2 walks -- a day good enough to get his name in the league record book.

"My arm was a bit sore in warmups," confessed Putman. "Sometimes you go out there and you're not feeling all that hot. You get into the game... and all of a sudden in the seventh inning you look up and see the scoreboard and think to yourself, 'Oh, my goodness, I have a no-hitter!' You're so focused on what you're doing, it just happens."

Then he added, "Nobody goes out to pitch a no-hitter. We just go out and try to get a win. A 10-9 win is better than a 1-0 loss. At least the batters are happy with that kind of win. My pitching buddies might not be too happy giving up 9 runs, though. But hey, a win is a win. The key to it today was I mixed my pitches well. This kept the Shipbuilders off balance and guessing the whole game."

[BYU 14]

Really like the flavor you have created here. The names of the players are very appropriate to the time period as well, I have never experienced this running an OOTP fictional league. Are you using a modified file of some sort?

[Young Drachma]

Extremely well put together league you've got here. I really like it.

[JetsIn06]

Really like the flavor you have created here. The names of the players are very appropriate to the time period as well, I have never experienced this running an OOTP fictional league. Are you using a modified file of some sort?

Yep...someone on the OOTP board put together a historic names file. It adds so, so much to my enjoyment.

[JetsIn06]

Extremely well put together league you've got here. I really like it.

Thanks a lot DC. You have some excellent dynasties, so that means a lot.

[JetsIn06]

Cleveland Second Baseman has Solid May (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/cleveland-second-baseman-has-solid-may.html)

CLEVELAND, OH. June 1, 1915 - Snooks Vincent, the 31-year-old second baseman for the second-place Cleveland Maroons had a terrific May and has been named the Player of the Month.

Vincent led the Maroons to a 21-7 record in May by hitting 4 home runs, driving in 25 men, and scoring 20 runs. His 11 walks gave him an impressive .409 on-base average.

[JetsIn06]

Chicago's Bedell Wins CL May Award (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicagos-bedell-wins-cl-may-award.html)

CHICAGO, IL. June 2, 1915 - Timothy Bedell, a starting pitcher for the first place Chicago Whales, has been named the Columbia League's best player in May.

In the month, Bedell compiled a 6-2 record with a 1.27 ERA

[JetsIn06]

Washington Best Team so Far (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/washington-best-team-so-far.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. June 26, 1915 - The Washington Grays have put together a solid year so far, going 51-23 which currently is the best record in the league.

One team they can thank is the expansion Boston Shipbuilders. The Boston club has been dismal, winning just 15 of 73 games. The Grays have won all nine games that they have played against Boston. The Grays have a losing record against just one team, the second-place Reading Reds. Washington has won 6 and lost 7 against the Reds.

The team's best pitcher has been Emile Gamble, a 33-year-old New York native. He's 12-3 with a 2.51 ERA. He's typically pitched the game after Theo Murrell, who has been great as well. His 12-5 record with a 2.83 ERA has given the Grays a solid one-two punch.

[JetsIn06]

Washington, Chicago in First Place (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/new-york-ny.html)

NEW YORK, NY. July 3, 1915 - While Washington and Chicago have kept their distance away from the second place teams, there is still a lot of time left. Here are what the standings look like so far after three months.

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 254pt;" width="338" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 48pt;" span="4" width="64"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 254pt; text-align: center;" width="338" height="17">United League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
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</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;">
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Washington</td> <td class="xl72">
</td> <td class="xl69">54</td> <td class="xl69">26</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Cleveland</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">48</td> <td class="xl69">32</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">45</td> <td class="xl69">35</td> <td class="xl69">9
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">41</td> <td class="xl69">39</td> <td class="xl69">13
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Detroit</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">40
</td> <td class="xl69">40
</td> <td class="xl69">14</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">New York
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">39</td> <td class="xl69">41</td> <td class="xl69">15</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Pittsburgh</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">36</td> <td class="xl69">44</td> <td class="xl69">18</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Boston</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">17</td> <td class="xl69">63</td> <td class="xl69">37</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
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</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; text-align: center;" height="17">Columbia League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
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</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;">
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">49</td> <td class="xl69">30
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">St. Paul</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">43</td> <td class="xl69">36</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Newark</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">42
</td> <td class="xl69">37</td> <td class="xl69">7
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Kansas City
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">40
</td> <td class="xl69">39</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Baltimore</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">39</td> <td class="xl69">40
</td> <td class="xl69">10</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">St. Louis
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">38</td> <td class="xl69">41
</td> <td class="xl69">11</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Brooklyn</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">34</td> <td class="xl69">45
</td> <td class="xl69">15</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" colspan="2" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td class="xl69">31
</td> <td class="xl69">48</td> <td class="xl69">18</td></tr></tbody></table>

[JetsIn06]

Injury Sidelines Bedell For Year (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/baltimores-gannon-hits-for-cycle.html)

CHICAGO, IL. July, 24, 1915 - Dealing with injuries is part of the game and now Timothy Bedell of the Whales knows this firsthand. He was injured against the St. Paul Saints while throwing a pitch. Diagnosed as a torn triceps, the Chicago starting pitcher is expected to miss 7 months. Bedell was a little upset, but understands it comes with the territory. "Baseball can be a contact sport. You try to be careful, but no matter how careful you are, injuries happen."

In 24 starts this season, Bedell has picked up 16 wins while suffering 6 losses. He has pitched 198 innings, allowed 123 hits, struck out 79 and posted a 2.27 ERA.

[JetsIn06]

Gotham's Ed Gale Dominates in July (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/gothams-ed-gale-dominates-in-july.html)

NEW YORK, NY. August 1, 1915 - The Player of the Month has been chosen and the United League trophy went to New York hurler, Ed Gale.

During the month, Gale was impressive with a 1.61 ERA and 7 wins and 1 loss. In 67 innings he struck out 57 and gave up 39 hits and 20 walks.

This season Gale has registered 16 wins and 5 losses in 24 starts with a 1.68 ERA.

[JetsIn06]

Gipson Garners CL Player of the Month Award (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/gipson-garners-cl-player-of-month-award.html)

KANSAS CITY, MO. August 2, 1915 - Nobody was better with the bat in July! Clarence Gipson caught everyone's attention with some hot hitting and today he came away with the Player of the Month award.

Kansas City's center fielder put together a solid month with a .349 batting average, 1 home run, 20 RBIs and 20 runs scored.

This year Gipson has collected a .303 batting average to date with 118 hits in 390 at-bats, 46 RBIs, 2 home runs and scored 51 times. He has played in 100 games.

[JetsIn06]

League's Best Pitcher Calls it Quits (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/leagues-best-pitcher-calls-it-quits.html)

READING, PA. August 8, 1915 - For the first three years of the United Baseball Association, Owen Chaney was arguably the best pitcher in the league. In April of this year, Chaney injured his arm badly in a game against the Boston Shipbuilders.

The 28-year-old pitcher was on his way to becoming an all-time legend of the game. In the league's inaugural season, Chaney was named the best pitcher in the game. His 18-10 record and 2.77 ERA showed that he was definitely reading for the big leagues at 25.

His 1913 season was excellent, but his team was poor. His 14-18 record was lackluster, but his 2.62 ERA showed how great he was.

But his 1914 season was just flat-out legendary. A 21-10 record and a 1.90 ERA was capped off by his second championship win. And at 27-years-old, he had at least ten more years of pitching to look forward to.

However, on April 9, 1915, his future was derailed when he tore a ligament in his shoulder. He spent the last four months trying to come back, but today he announced that he would never pitch again and has retired from the game. He plans to become a coach in the UBA soon.

[JetsIn06]

Will the 1915 Boston Shipbuilders be the Worst Team in History? (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/will-boston-be-worst-team-in-history.html)

BOSTON, MA. August 7, 1915 - Twenty-two wins, eighty-nine losses. A .198 winning percentage. Twenty-six games back of the second-worst team (Brooklyn Tip-Tops: 48-63). Seventeen straight losses as of today. Will any team ever be this bad again?

While the United Baseball League is in just it's fourth season, we believe that the foundation is in place for this league to succeed for a very long time. We hope that it does, and for this article, we're going to assume that it does indeed continue to succeed.

Will any team, in the next one-hundred seasons, be as bad as the Boston Shipbuilders are in this 1915 campaign?

For starters, the team cannot blame the fact that they are an expansion team and had to select from other team's unprotected players. There were three other expansion teams. One of them, the St. Paul Saints, are three games behind the first place Chicago Whales and have put together a 63-48 record. The Centennials of Philadelphia are in 7th place with a 49-62 record. The Detroit Wolverines are the team ahead of Boston in the UL and have a 51-60 record.

Again, the Boston Shipbuilders are 22-89. This record could stand for a long, long time.

[JetsIn06]

Mirror Races in United Baseball Association (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/mirror-races-in-united-baseball.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 2, 1915 - As of this morning, both the Washington Grays of the United League and the Chicago Whales of the Columbia League have five game leads over their league's second place teams.

The Grays, led by manager Francisco Tracey, are finishing what they started last season. Finishing two games behind the Reading Reds, the Grays wanted revenge this season, and so far they've got it. With just six games to go, two wins would clinch the United League pennant.

The Whales also have a five game lead for first place. The team chasing them? The expansion St. Paul Saints, who by all accounts have defied expectations. With all three of the other expansion teams at the bottom of the standings, the Saints have surprised everyone with the success they've had. But they've come up just short with six games left and need a miracle to win the pennant.

Chicago, if they do in fact win the pennant, will get a chance to do what they couldn't do last seasonl; Win the Presidents Cup Series.

[JetsIn06]

Washington and Chicago Clinch Pennants (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/washington-and-chicago-clinch-pennants.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 4, 1915 - Yesterday, the Washington Grays and the Chicago Whales clinched their leagues and will face off in the Presidents Cup Series.

This is the Grays first pennant win. The Whales won the Columbia League pennant last season, but lost in the Presidents Cup Series to the Reading Reds.

Congratulations to both teams.

[JetsIn06]

1915 Final Standings (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/1915-final-standings.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 7, 1915 - The 1915 regular season came to a close yesterday when the Kansas City Packers held Newark scoreless in the last inning to win 3-1. This seasons series will pit the UL's Washington Grays against the CL's Chicago Whales. We wish good luck to both teams. Here are the final standings for the 1915 season:

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 254pt;" width="338" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 48pt;" span="4" width="64"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 254pt; text-align: center;" width="338" height="17">United League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
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</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Washington</td> <td class="xl72">
</td> <td class="xl69">90</td> <td class="xl69">50</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Cleveland</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">84</td> <td class="xl69">56</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">79</td> <td class="xl69">61</td> <td class="xl69">11</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">New York</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">79</td> <td class="xl69">61</td> <td class="xl69">11</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">75</td> <td class="xl69">65</td> <td class="xl69">15</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Pittsburgh</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">64</td> <td class="xl69">76</td> <td class="xl69">26</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Detroit</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">60</td> <td class="xl69">80</td> <td class="xl69">30</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Boston</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">29</td> <td class="xl69">111</td> <td class="xl69">61</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; text-align: center;" height="17">Columbia League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">84</td> <td class="xl69">56</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">St. Paul</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">76</td> <td class="xl69">64</td> <td class="xl69">8</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Kansas City</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">71</td> <td class="xl69">69</td> <td class="xl69">13</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Baltimore</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">70</td> <td class="xl69">70</td> <td class="xl69">14</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Newark</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">70</td> <td class="xl69">70</td> <td class="xl69">14</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">St. Louis</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">65</td> <td class="xl69">75</td> <td class="xl69">19</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" colspan="2" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td class="xl69">64</td> <td class="xl69">76</td> <td class="xl69">20</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Brooklyn</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">60</td> <td class="xl69">80</td> <td class="xl69">24</td></tr></tbody></table>

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1915 Presidents Cup Series Preview: Washington Grays (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/1915-presidents-cup-series-preview.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. September 8, 1915 - This afternoon, the Chicago Whales will begin their first two-game tour of D.C. against the Grays.

The Washington Grays came close to making it here last year, but finished two games back. And now they get to face off against a team that wants revenge after losing in the series last year.

The D.C. based team is owned by E.C. Landgraf. Originally from Richmond, the owner moved his team and himself to the Washington, D.C. area hoping for a better baseball marketplace. The 39-year-old stays fairly quiet, but he loves to win. While other owners are purely about the bottom line, Landgraf proved that he's willing to sacrifice his wealth by having the top payroll in the league. At the same time, his spending has brought top players to the team and in turn, attendance is now second in the league. It will be interesting to see if his team payroll stays at the top when real free agency starts.

The Grays club is managed by Francisco Tracey. Tracey started his UBA career in Cincinnati with the Ruby Legs. After they disbanded, he did not manage in 1913 but did hold a job as a coach for Washington. Last year, he took the open manager position and has been very successful. Here is the lineup that we've seen all year from Washington:

1. SS Byron Ervin (.306, 19 Doubles, 5 Home Runs, 69 RBIs, 24 SB)
2. CF Max Clark (.268, 12 Doubles, 8 Triples, 48 RBIs)
3. RF Ambrose Todd (.243, 17 Doubles, 11 Triples, 48 RBIs, 89 SB)
4. 3B Rip Boyce (.274, 11 Doubles, 62 RBIs)
5. LF Freeman Willis (.299, 23 Doubles, 3 Home Runs, 43 RBIs)
6. 1B Bloop Bryant (.272, 25 Doubles, 5 Home Runs, 51 RBIs in Class A Ball)
7. 2B Ducky Bunn (.275, 5 Doubles, 21 RBIs)
8. C Heinrich Crews (.274, 4 Doubles, 14 RBs in Class A Ball)

Their pitching rotation is as follows:

1. RHP Theo Murrell (20-11, 2.84 ERA, 166 K)
2. RHP Lorenzo Dubois (16-12, 3.30 ERA, 83 K)
3. RHP Emile Gamble (17-12, 2.50 ERA, 139 K)
4. RHP Otto Worley (22-9, 2.58 ERA, 67 K)

Games One, Two, Five, Six, and Nine, will be played at Liberty Park in Washington. The ballpark holds 11,700 spectators and is a good park for right handed hitters and might even be home to a few home runs.

LF: 318'
CF: 426'
RF: 324'

The Grays wear white shirts and white knickers with dark, navy blue stockings. Navy blue pinstripes adorn the entire shirt and knickers. Their caps are navy blue with a white "W" embroidered onto it.

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1915 Presidents Cup Series Preview: Chicago Whales (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/washington-dc.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. September 8, 1915 - The Chicago Whales will open up the series today at Liberty Park against the Washington Grays.

The Whales are looking for revenge. Last season, they put together an outstanding regular season but then lost in the Presidents Cup Series to the Reading Reds.

Chicago is owned by Charles Weeghman, a diner magnate from the Chicago area. The Whales are managed by Judson Smoot who was with the team last year as well. Here is the lineup that we expect him to put on the field:

1. LF Smiley Zaring (.280, 15 Doubles, 34 RBIs, 52 SB)
2. SS Fatty Knott (.285, 19 Doubles, 26 RBIs)
3. 1B Jiggs Bard (.287, 6 Doubles, 17 RBIs)
4. RF Baptist Kutz (.286, 18 Doubles, 40 RBI)
5. 3B Connie Hayward (.289, 25 Doubles, 11 Triples, 4 Home Runs, 76 RBIs)
6. 2B Duck Butcher (.277, 34 Doubles, 4 Home Runs, 66 RBI)
7. CF Enos Teal (.265, 10 Doubles, 7 Triples, 53 RBIs, 21 SB)
8. C Ugene Scofield (.212, 9 Doubles, 8 Triples, 51 RBIs)

Their pitching rotation is as follows:

1. RHP Whitey Upchurch (22-11, 2.42 ERA, 227 K)
2. LHP Isham Farr (17-14, 3.11 ERA, 99 K)
3. LHP Erwin Monson (15-16, 3.30 ERA, 58 K)
4. RHP Charlie O'Donnell (11-4, 2.85 ERA, 50 K)

Games Three, Four, Seven, and Eight will be played in Chicago at the team's Weeghman Park. The ballpark holds 18,500 spectators and is a fairly big park. With such a deep centerfield, many doubles and triples are hit here. The dimensions are:

LF: 310'
CF: 440'
RF: 345'

The Whales wear white uniforms and wear a royal blue cap. A white "C" is stiched onto the cap, and blue pinstripes adorn the shirt and knickers. The team wears white stockings with blue stripes.

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Washington Takes First Game (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/washington-takes-first-game.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. September 9, 1915 -

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</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">5</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Washington</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> <td class="xl71">x</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">12</td> <td class="xl69">12</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
The first game of the 1915 Presidents Cup Series was a close back and forth affair until the bottom of the 8th inning, when the Grays unleashed a flurry of hits that regained them the lead after losing it in the 7th.

Heinrich Crews, the Grays catcher, has a very interesting game. He came up to bat four times with two outs by the start of the 8th inning and failed each team, leaving a whopping 7 runners on base himself.

But in the bottom of the 8th, he came up once again with two outs and the bases loaded and this time he came through. He ripped a line drive over the first baseman's head that rolled around the right field corner. All three runners scored, giving him the most RBIs for the game.

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Washington has Two Game Lead After Last Inning Victory (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/washington-has-two-game-lead-after-last.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. September 10, 1915 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 243pt;" width="316" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 11pt;" span="10" width="14"> <col style="width: 16pt;" width="21"> <col style="width: 12pt;" width="16"> <col style="width: 16pt;" span="2" width="21"> <col style="width: 11pt;" width="15"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">8</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Washington</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl71">1</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> <td class="xl69">8</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
The Grays were down twice but came back both times, and finally took the lead in the bottom of the last inning to win game two of the series.

Lorezno Dubois was the player of the game, pitching a pretty solid game for the Grays. He went all nine innings, giving up 8 hits, 3 runs, 1 walk, and struck out 6.

Tomorrow is an off day and both teams will be traveling back to Chicago to play games three and four.

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Grays Come Close, but Chicago Takes Game Three (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/grays-come-close-but-chicago-takes-game.html)

CHICAGO, IL. September 12, 1915 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 243pt;" width="316" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 11pt;" span="10" width="14"> <col style="width: 16pt;" width="21"> <col style="width: 12pt;" width="16"> <col style="width: 16pt;" span="2" width="21"> <col style="width: 11pt;" width="15"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Washington
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">5</td> <td class="xl69">11</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl71">x</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
Chicago kept their hopes alive today by winning the third game of the 1915 Presidents Cup Series.

Boots Groat, the second baseman of the Grays put together a great game, going 3 for 5, but it wasn't enough to overcome Chicago pitcher Erwin Monson. The southpaw gave up eleven hits and four earned run through nine innings, just good enough to pull out the win.

Up 6-3 going into the last inning, Monson got a bit too confident but also didn't get a ton of help from his defenders. An error, a walk, and then a single scored one, then another single drove home a second run.

But Monson, with a runner on second and one out, buckled down and struck out a batter and then forced an easy flyout to center field to clinch the victory.

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Chicago Comes Back, Wins Game Four (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-comes-back-wins-game-four.html)

CHICAGO, IL. September 13, 1915 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 259pt;" width="337" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 11pt;" span="10" width="14"> <col style="width: 16pt;" span="3" width="21"> <col style="width: 12pt;" width="16"> <col style="width: 16pt;" width="21"> <col style="width: 11pt;" width="15"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">11</td> <td style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Washington</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> <td class="xl69">12</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl71">2</td> <td class="xl71">0</td> <td class="xl71">1</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">7</td> <td class="xl69">12</td> <td align="right">1</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
Down 6-4 as they went to bat in the bottom of the 9th inning, Chicago looked to their hitters to get on base to start a rally. But they ended up getting help from the opposition.

First, after a quick out, a Chicago batter got on base after an error. Then three straight singles later and it was a one run game with one out and the bases loaded.

Chicago's pitcher Worley needed a double play badly, and when a hot grounder made it's way to the second baseman, he was relieved. But when the short stop couldn't catch an easy toss to get the first out, the Whales tied up the game and had new life.

Two innings later, another error on the third baseman allowed a runner on base who then was driven in on a single.

Washington really shot themselves in the foot this game, but Chicago will take it. They've tied the series at 2-2 and we'll head back to Washington to play games five and six.

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Chicago Wins Three in a Row, Takes Lead 3-2 (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-wins-three-in-row-takes-lead-3.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. September 15, 1915 -

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</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
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</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
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In another extra inning contest, the Chicago Whales came out on top and defeated the Washington Grays with a score of 3-2.

For a second straight game, the Grays were plagued by poor defense. This time, with two outs in the top of the ninth and ready to win the game, a line drive was hit to right field, but the fielder dropped it, allowing a run to score from third base. While that only tied the game, it allowed Chicago to bat again in the 10th, where they scored a run on a single between the third baseman and shortstop.

Tomorrow's game will be played in Washington.

[JetsIn06]

Washington Ties Up Series at 3-3 (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/washington-ties-up-series-at-3-3.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. September 16, 1916 -

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Washington tied up the series at three yesterday with a rout of the Whales. It was all right fielder Clifton Clarkson of the Grays on offense. He went 2 for 4 with 2 runs scored and 5 runs batted in. Two other players, Max Clark and Idus Seifert, had two hit games for the Grays.

Lorenzo Dubois pitched a complete game shutout, giving up 6 hits, 2 walks, and striking out three on 118 pitches.

The Whales hurler, Isham Farr, lasted just two innings after giving up 8 hits, 6 runs and a home run. However, only one of the runs was earned because of two errors in the first inning.

Tomorrow is an off day as the teams travel back to Illinois to play games seven and eight.

[JetsIn06]

Monson Pitches Brilliantly, Whales Up 4-3 (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-il_14.html)

CHICAGO, IL. September 18, 1915 -

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Chicago took a 4-3 lead in the series yesterday when pitcher Erwin Monson pitched a fabulous game that almost got away from him.

Through eight innings, Monson had only given up one hit. But in the 9th, a few singles, a passed ball, a double, and two walks culminated in a 3-2 game with 2 outs and the bases loaded for Clayton Parkhurst, a pinch hitter. On the second pitch, he hit a hard grounder right at the shortstop and was thrown out at 1st to end the game.

Today, Chicago can clinch the 1915 Presidents Cup with a win.

[JetsIn06]

Chicago Wins the 1915 Presidents Cup Series! (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-wins-1915-presidents-cup-series.html)

CHICAGO, IL. September 19, 1915 -

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In front of 18, 370 of their own fans, the Chicago Whales beat the Grays 8-4 yesterday afternoon to win the 1915 Presidents Cup Series.

Charlie O'Donnell went all nine innings, giving up 6 hits, 7 walks, and 4 runs. His offense surely did help him out. Four players had two or more hits, and two players had three hits, one of which was the leadoff man Layman, who also hit a towering home run off of the Grays pitcher Worley.

Our MVP for the series is left fielder Baptist Kutz who hit .364 and had 6 RBIs in the eight games. Congratulations to Mr. Kutz and the rest of the Chicago Whales franchise!

[JetsIn06]

Commissioner Eagan Presents Presidents Cup to Charles Weeghman (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/commissioner-eagan-presents-presidents.html)

CHICAGO, IL. September 23, 1915 - The Chicago Whales won the 1915 Presidents Cup Series with a 8-4 victory over the Washington Grays at Weeghman Park. They won the series 5-3 and it was 1st time the victors have won the league title.

During the Columbia League regular season Chicago posted a 84-56 record and claimed first place.

Yesterday in a press conference at the Chicago Beach Hotel, UBA Commissioner Washington Eagan delivered the Presidents Cup to Whales owner Charles Weeghman. The Chicago owner thanked his team's manager, the players, and the fans.

What's it like to win it all? "Words can't describe it," said jubilant Whales skipper Judson Smoot. "It really hasn't sunk in. Maybe it will sink in when we go ride around Chicago with the trophy. Right now, it's just a lot of fun. This is the one you work for ever since you first picked up a baseball. This is what you dream of and this is what you work toward all year."

In defeat, Grays manager Francisco Tracey told the press, "There's not that much difference. I know we got beat 5-3, but bad teams don't make it to the Presidents Cup Series. They just executed better than we did. We're a good baseball team. The Whales were just better this time around. We'll be back again."

[JetsIn06]

United League Awards Dinner (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/1-batter-named-by-united-league.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 24, 1915 - Last night, the first annual United League Awards Dinner was held at the Hotel Imperial in New York City.

Ezekiel Peel of the Chicago Orphans proved that you can step out of the shadows and onto the stage if you've got the talent and the drive to hone your skills. Hard work, long hours and a tireless resolve paid off for him today in the form of the United League James A. Gilmore MVP Award.

Peel hit for a .311 average while collecting 128 hits, 9 doubles, 5 triples, 8 home runs, 51 RBIs and scoring 74 times.

The W.A. Willman Pitcher of the Year Award for 1915 has been presented and the United League winner is Ed Gale of New York.

"It's always nice to receive an award like this," said Gale. "I just hope I can improve on my performance next year and be in the running again," the Gothams star told reporters.

Gale excelled with an impressive 21-8 record in 32 starts. In 262.1 innings he yielded 183 hits and 65 walks, while striking out 242 and compiling a fine 1.68 ERA.

They say first impressions are lasting impressions. If this is true, United League hitters had better be wary -- Tim Reilly could be around for years to come. The Detroit starter took home the 1915 UL Rookie of the Year Award today.

Reilly fashioned a 14-17 mark in 36 starts. He threw 260.2 innings, collected 133 strikeouts and put up a 3.63 ERA.

[JetsIn06]

Columbia League Awards Presented (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/columbia-league-awards-revealed.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 25, 1915 - One night after the United League Awards were announced, the Columbia League had an event of their own to announce their best players.

It was a season to remember for Dave Mulligan. He was one of the most dangerous men in the league when he had a bat in his hand, and the Columbia League announced today that he has won the James A. Gilmore MVP Award for 1915 as well as the Columbia League Rookie of the Year Award.

The St. Louis first baseman dominated opposing pitchers with a .278 batting average, 25 doubles, 16 triples, 5 home runs and 46 RBIs while compiling a .404 on-base percentage and scoring 78 runs.

This year the top votegetter for the 1915 W.A. Willman Pitcher of the Year Award was Whitey Upchurch of the champion Chicago Whales, who finished with an outstanding 22-11 mark and an impressive 2.42 ERA.

In his award-winning season, the 29-year-old Whales star hurled 289.2 innings, chalking up 227 strikeouts and 105 walks, and limited hitters to a .224 batting average.

[JetsIn06]

Robert Ward Sells Brooklyn (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/robert-ward-sells-brooklyn.html)

BROOKLYN, NY. October 10, 1915 - In a press conference held yesterday at Washington Park in Brooklyn, Robert B. Ward, a key financier of the Columbia League and owner of the Tip-Tops announced the sale of the team to Gus Duke, a 35-year-old real estate mogul.

The sale was reportedly for $313,000. One thing to look forward to is a name change from the Brooklyn Squad. Robert Ward owns the Tip-Top Bakery, and used the team to promote his business. It is unlikely that Duke will keep the name.

[JetsIn06]

Owners Meetings Begin in NYC (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/owners-meetings-begin-in-nyc.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 30, 1915 - All sixteen owners of the United Baseball Association will meet today at the Imperial Hotel in New York City. The first thing they'll discuss? An expansion of the schedule to 154 games.

Also, expect to see a few trade deals come out of the meetings over the next few days.

[JetsIn06]

Schedule Expands to 154 Games (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/schedule-expands-to-154-games.html)

NEW YORK, NY. November 2, 1915 - League commissioner Washington Eagan announced yesterday that all sixteen owners agreed to expand the schedule from 140 games to 154 games.

[JetsIn06]

Duke Sends Pitcher Birch to Gothams for Young CF (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/duke-sends-pitcher-birch-to-gothams-for.html)

BROOKLYN, NY. November 4, 1915 - Brooklyn owner Gus Duke made his first move yesterday when he sent 33-year-old starting pitcher Perry Birch to the New York Gothams for 40-year-old pitcher Jim Cornell and 21-year-old center fielder Pierre Fisk.

Birch pitched very well and posted a 2.82 ERA, but because of his poor team he went 13-21. Fisk, a rookie last season, hit .287, hit 12 doubles and stole 14 bases.

[JetsIn06]

Nine-Player Deal Brings Catcher Spider Snider to St. Paul (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/nine-player-deal-brings-catcher-spider.html)

ST. PAUL, MN. November 5, 1915 - On the heels of a cross-town swap, the Boston Shipbuilders have sent two of their better offensive players to St. Paul and in return received seven young prospects.

It was a much needed move by Boston who posted a dismal 29-111 record in 1915.

Snider, a 27-year-old catcher hit .276 with 21 doubles, 8 triples, and 10 home runs for the Shipbuilders last season.

[JetsIn06]

Gus Duke Announces Brooklyn's New Nickname (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/gus-duke-announces-brooklyns-new.html)

BROOKLYN, NY. March 2, 1916 - In a bulletin yesterday, new Brooklyn owner Gus Duke announced that his team will now be known as the Brooklyn Titans.

The previous name, the Brooklyn Tip-Tops, was expected to change when Robert Ward of the Tip-Top Bakery sold the team.

[JetsIn06]

St. Paul Saints Move to Indiana (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/st-paul-saints-move-to-indiana.html)

INDIANAPOLIS, IN. March 7, 1916 - After just one year of play in St. Paul, team owner Goose McCormick has moved the club to Indinapolis, Indiana.

The team will now be known as the Indiana Blues.

[JetsIn06]

Opening Day Arrives (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/opening-day-arrives.html)

NEW YORK, NY. April 1, 1916 - How sweet it is! The United Baseball Association starts play today. It is a new season and a new beginning for all the boys of baseball. Opening Day is here! It is a day of great excitement for everyone in the world of baseball -- players, fans, sportswriters, broadcasters, managers, coaches, scouts, groundkeepers, batboys, ballpark vendors, and the owners. Everybody is eagerly awaiting the first pitch of the game and the first home run. Old records will be broken and new marks set. It all gets under way today with this lineup of games:

Reading Reds @ Cleveland Maroons
Chicago Orphans @ New York Gothams
Washington Grays @ Detroit Wolverines
Pittsburgh Keystones @ Boston Shipbuilders
Indiana Blues @ Kansas City Packers
Brooklyn Titans @ Baltimore Terrapins
Philadelphia Centennials @ St. Louis Terriers
Chicago Whales @ Newark Peppers

[JetsIn06]

April's MVP Awards Handed Out (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/aprils-mvp-awards-handed-out.html)

NEW YORK, NY. May 1, 1916 - The United League scribes have picked April's MVP of the Month and have given the trophy to Theo Murrell of Washington. He was devastating on the mound last month with a standout 7-1 mark.

The Grays star hurler made 7 starts with a 1.31 ERA and surrendered 51 hits in 68.2 innings. He struck out 38 and walked 16.

When Orson Sanford stepped up to the plate in April, he did it with confidence and today he was honored with the Columbia League MVP of the Month award.

The young Chicago catcher posted a .400 batting average with no home runs, 20 RBIs and scored 9 runs. Sanford also worked pitchers for 5 walks to post a .440 on-base percentage.

[JetsIn06]

Chavez Runs Hit String to 35 Straight Games (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chavez-runs-hit-string-to-35-straight.html)

CHICAGO, IL. May 7, 1916 - And the streak goes on.

Abner Chavez collected another hit in the Orphans 4-3 win over the Keystones. The Chicago left fielder was 2-for-4 in the game. After the game, Chavez commented on his 35-game hitting streak, "I'm not doing too much, just trying to get the bat on the ball and put it in play."

His manager told me, "Abner makes it easy for me to pencil his name in the lineup everyday."
Chavez tripled in the 1st, grounded out in the 3rd, grounded out in the 4th and singled in the 7th.

This season Chavez is swinging the bat at a .414 pace. He has hit no home runs and scored 8 times, while driving in 15. His on-base percentage is .444 and he has played in 15 games.

The streak started on August 15 of last season.

[JetsIn06]

Just a heads up for anyone who is following...I'm taking a slightly new approach to this dynasty. As of now, this thread (The United Baseball Association: The New York Chronicle) will be what it has always been, a league-wide, newspaper style update of whats going on in the UBA world.

There will be a few other mini-dynasties, however, that will go into further detail of a certain player, a certain team, a specific season...they will be short stories, letters between players and their families, and other things. Please, feel free to make a suggestion in this thread about different things I can do. I really enjoy chronicling this baseball universe but I want to go about it in different ways, rather than just stat-dumping or being so broad. So let me know your ideas.

The first mini-dynasty that will be coming over the next few days is...

The United Baseball Association: The Graveyard Letters

[JetsIn06]

Calhoun Shows Off, Hits for Cycle (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/calhoun-shows-off-hits-for-cycle.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. May 15, 1916 - There are four types of hits in baseball. It is a rarity for one player to get them all in one game. Eli Calhoun did it -- single, double, triple and a home run -- and sparked Washington to a 14-9 win over Boston at Liberty Park.

"Yeah, I was some kind of hitter in this game. It was like all I had to do was close my eyes and swing the bat. I don't think they could have gotten me out with a bazooka." Those were the words of Eli Calhoun of the Washington Grays reflecting on his great game against the Boston Shipbuilders.

He hit for the cycle and is headed for the record books. For the game the Grays third baseman banged out 5 hits in 6 at-bats and totaled 3 RBI and 2 runs scored.

Calhoun tripled in the 1st, hit an RBI double in the 2nd, grounded out in the 4th, singled in the 5th, singled in the 7th and hit a two-run home run off C. Haag in the 9th.

This season Calhoun has hit at a .406 clip with 24 RBIs, 1 home runs and 33 runs scored.

[JetsIn06]

Cleveland's Moser Signs Huge Contract (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/clevelands-moser-signs-huge-contract.html)

CLEVELAND, OH. May 16, 1916 - Maroons fans were divided today as Clevelandconfirmed that the front office has signed Boardwalk Moser to a 1-year extension at a rate of $56,780 per year.

While many were enthusiastically behind the signing, others worried about Moser's age.

This is the first year that we've started to see teams extending contracts with players. After this season, every player with five years or more experience who is not under contract will be free to negotiate with any team they wish.

While we have seen free agency on a very small scale due to the contraction of the Cincinnati Ruby Legs and the Washington Statesmen, the highest paid player as of today is Boots Groat of Washington who is making $17,370 this season. However, he is just 23 years old and has an entire career ahead of him.

Moser is an old man compared to some of the players who will be available after this season. According to the financial experts here at the New York Chronicle, the Maroons should be able to field a team worth approximately $160,000 dollars. They now have nearly one-third of that budget going to a 42-year-old third baseman who is hitting .248.

So far this season Moser has hit .248 with no home runs, 17 RBIs and and scored 17 times.

[JetsIn06]

Many Stars Extending Contracts (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/many-stars-extending-contracts.html)

PITTSBURGH, PA. May 18, 1916 - In the wake of the first big extension signed, another wave of signings have been made.

The most recent is 30-year-old Twig Kidder of the Keystones, who yesterday signed a two year extension worth $135,000.

In 1916 Kidder has compiled a 8-1 mark with a 2.28 ERA in 10 starts. In pitching 87 innings he has 41 strikeouts and 16 walks while limiting the opposition to a .249 batting average.

[JetsIn06]

Detroit Sends CF Laake to St. Louis (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/detroit-sends-cf-laake-to-st-louis.html)

ST. LOUIS, MO. May 25, 1916 - A trade between St. Louis and Detroit was made official this morning. The Terriers have sent 29-year old center fielder Leander Eberly, 23-year old minor league catcher Wesley Moriarty and 24-year old minor league left fielder Theo Bolt to the Wolverines in exchange for 29-year old center fielder Simeon Laake.

In his 1916 season totals, Eberly has no home runs, .316 BA, .343 OBP, 20 RBIs and 12 runs scored.

This season Laake has delivered 37 hits in 117 at-bats for a .316 average with 1 home run. He is getting on base at a .339 clip and his totals also include 4 RBIs and 17 runs scored. This year Laake has played in 32 games.

While some are questioning the move because of Laake and Eberly's similar statistics, the Terriers know that Laake has historically been a much better player and that his numbers are much more likely to hold up through the long season.

The Wolverines were looking to get Laake off the books. He would have been a free agent next year, and the team brought in two top prospects to build for the future.

[JetsIn06]

Reds Mckay Down and Out for Year (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reds-mckay-down-and-out-for-year.html)

READING, PA. May 29, 1916 - Reading fans will be disappointed to learn that Snooks Mckay developed a torn back muscle while running the bases in today's game. After the doctor informed the Reds manager that Mckay was expected to miss 8 months, the manager told the press that the rest of the team would have to step up their play until the right fielder could return. "You can't make excuses in baseball, because there's always a game tomorrow," said the team's skipper.

Mckay is hitting .332 so far this season with 28 RBIs and 30 runs scored. He has 67 hits including 1 home run, 10 walks and .361 OBP.

The Reds are 29-21 and four games out of first place behind the Washington Grays. Loosing Mckay will make it tough to catch up.

[JetsIn06]

Superstar SP Inks Deal with Gothams (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/superstar-sp-inks-deal-with-gothams.html)

NEW YORK, NY. May 30, 1916 - Happy times in New York as the Gothams and star starting pitcher Ed Gale put the finishing touches on a $232,740 contract extension that will keep the 30-year-old in town 3 years longer.

The signing is great news for New York because players of this caliber are hard to come by.

In 1916 Gale has a 6-7 record with a 2.47 ERA.

[JetsIn06]

To anyone reading out there...

Have you found yourself rooting for a specific team? I've found myself rooting for the Gothams. I grew up rooting for New York baseball teams, and always had an interest in the old New York Giants. The Gothams are based on them, their logo and uni's are the same and the Giants used to be called the Gothams as well.

So, who are you all rooting for?

[JetsIn06]

Also, I forgot to mention that my favorite player in this universe, Ed Gale, is on the Gothams.

It's a shame...Gale was the #1 pick in my first test run of this dynasty and put up monster numbers because his team was so good.

So when I started this, I turned the Gothams first starting pitcher they selected into Gale. However, his team has been pretty crappy despite their large budget (while free agency hasn't started yet, the disbanding of two teams allowed some players to be bid on). Washington jumped all over those players.

Gale just signed a huge contract and I think once they can start playing with their money they'll be ready to roll.

As for the smaller market teams, the St. Louis Terriers are my rooting interest.

[BYU 14]

Have to say I am a Gothams fan as well.....

Also following the Orphans.

[JetsIn06]

May Awards Handed Out (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/may-awards-handed-out.html)

NEW YORK, NY. June 2, 1916 - In the last year of his deal with Washington, Eli Calhoun has created some waves by winning May's United League MVP of the Month title today.

He put up a solid .411 batting average with 1 home run, 15 RBIs and 20 runs scored. He also worked UL pitchers for 34 walks and a .565 on-base percentage.

If he keeps churning out numbers like these, the 32-year-old is sure to draw some attention, when contract time rolls around.

This year Calhoun has hit at a .389 clip with 75 hits, 1 home run, 29 RBIs and 44 runs scored.

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The Columbia League MVP of the Month has been picked for May and the honor goes to the St. Louis Terriers Dave Mulligan.

He compiled a .343 batting average with 37 hits and 4 home runs, along with 14 RBIs and 23 runs scored.

This season Mulligan is batting .322 with 4 home runs.

[JetsIn06]

Chicago Orphans Lose SP Laney (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-orphans-lose-sp-laney.html)

CHICAGO, IL. June 4, 1916 - The Chicago Orphans of the United League lost one of their top pitchers yesterday when Bryant Laney, a 37-year-old right hander noticed tightness in his right shoulder.

Team physician Dr. Emil Maurer diagnosed the pitcher with rotator cuff inflation and said he's expected to be out for about three months.

This surely doesn't help the Orphans race for the pennant. The Chicago club is currently 4.5 games behind the Washington Grays with a 33-23 record. If all goes well, Laney should be ready to come back in September, the last month of the season.

[JetsIn06]

Dodd Re-Signs with Grays (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/dodd-re-signs-with-grays.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. June 9, 1916 - Opting to stay with what he knows, Ambrose Dodd signed an extension with the Grays early yesterday that will keep the 27-year-old in a Washington uniform for at least 3 years longer.

Dodd is poised to earn $85,470 per year and is loved by diehards for his loyalty to the organization.

So far this season Dodd has 2 home runs and a .327 batting average.

[JetsIn06]

Superstar Calhoun Stays in Washington (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/superstar-calhoun-stays-in-washington.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. June 11, 1916 - The Grays inked a deal with 32-year-old Eli Calhoun yesterday signaling that it not only wanted him on the field but in the clubhouse.

Publicly, Eli Calhoun has spoken highly of Washington, so the extension wasn't a total surprise.

Calhoun will draw $337,950 over the next 3 years.

So far this year Calhoun has hit .381 with 1 home run, 30 RBIs and 52 runs scored.

The Washington third baseman, 32, has been with the club since the league's inception and has arguably been the best hitter in the game. Not only does he hit well, but he gets on base better than anyone in the league. His .452 career on base percentage is the best in the four and a half years the league has been in existence, and his .490 on base percentage last year is the best single season mark so far. And of course, you can't forget his third best .318 career batting average and 8th best 19 career home runs.

The scrawny, 160 pound Texas native is one of the most popular players in Washington and the entire league. He's been quoted as saying "I don't want to be anywhere else. I absolutely love it here." Calhoun, had he not signed this contract with the Grays, would have become a free agent, able to take the contract from the highest bidder which likely would have been New York, Brooklyn, or either of the Chicago teams.

Not only is Calhoun an absolute force on the field, but many of his younger teammates such as Byron Ervin and Freeman Willis have attributed much of their success to Calhoun's leadership.

The Washington Grays just helped their ball club in many ways by locking up Calhoun for three more seasons. He will make $112,650 each season. With the way that he draws fans to the park, the way that he leads his teammates, and the way he produces on the field, the money owner E.C. Landgraf pays him over the next three years will surely be worth it.

[JetsIn06]

$$$ Keeps Superstar Teal in Reading (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/keeps-superstar-teal-in-reading.html)

READING, PA. June 13, 1916 - Wash Teal inked a deal that will keep the seasoned veteran on the Reds roster another 2 years. Earlier today team personnel announced that the 37-year-old had settled on a $99,860-a-year deal to play at Reading Grounds.

It's no secret Teal is getting older, but he could still contribute a lot to the franchise.

Teal is hitting .239 this year with 4 home runs, 25 RBIs and 34 runs scored. He has 51 hits in 213 at-bats, 61 walks and a .412 on-base percentage. Teal has played in 63 games.

This is an interesting move by Reading. Teal was once considered the best hitter in the league. His 1912 season where he hit .356, 22 doubles, and 7 home runs is testament to that. However, he has declined heavily since then. It's not entirely a surprise, since he was 33 in 1912, but take a look at this rapid decline.

1912: .356, 22 doubles, 7 home runs, 77 RBI, 61 SB
1913: .321, 18 doubles, 6 home runs, 64 RBI, 34 SB
1914: .252, 17 doubles, 3 home runs, 72 RBI, 48 SB
1915: .274, 20 doubles, 5 home runs, 76 RBI, 50 SB

So far through two months of the 1916 season, he's hitting just .239. His power numbers have generally been consistent, but his averaging has dropped tremendously.

One has to wonder if team owner William A. Willman is simply interested in keeping him around because he is a fan favorite.

[JetsIn06]

Tight Race in Columbia League (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/tight-race-in-columbia-league.html)

NEW YORK, NY. June 14, 1916 -

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</td> <td class="xl69">33</td> <td class="xl69">31</td> <td class="xl69">2.5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Brooklyn</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">32</td> <td class="xl69">33</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" colspan="2" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td class="xl69">32</td> <td class="xl69">33</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Baltimore</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">31</td> <td class="xl69">37</td> <td class="xl69">6.5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Newark</td> <td>
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While Boston and Detroit are floundering in the United League, both of last year's expansion teams are once again doing extremely well over in the Columbia League.

The Columbia League race is extremely tight. The last place Newark Peppers could gain a ton of ground with a couple winning streaks. Indiana and St. Louis are just 1/2 game back. Everyone is in it.

In the United League, Washington is beating up on the lower teams and has posted a 44-22 record. Chicago and Reading are just five games back, but Pittsburgh and New York are falling fast and need to step it up if they want to have a chance when September comes.

[JetsIn06]

Orphans and Peel Come to Terms (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/orphans-and-peel-come-to-terms.html)

CHICAGO, IL. June 15, 1916 - Team officials triumphantly announced that the Orphans and superstar right fielder Ezekiel Peel have closed a deal that keeps the 27-year-old in a Chicago uniform for another 2 years.

Peel will earn $200,820 as part of the settlement.

This season Peel is batting .277 with 62 hits, 6 home runs, 36 RBIs, .404 OBP and has scored 31 runs.

[JetsIn06]

SP Ebert Signs Extension with Chicago (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/sp-ebert-signs-extension-with-chicago.html)

CHICAGO, IL. June 20, 1916 - After the team locked up their best hitter a few days ago, team officials were upbeat today as Earl Ebert signed an extension with the Orphans. He'll be calling Chicago home for the next 2 years and will earn $145,920 in salary by the end of the contract.

In 1916 Ebert has a 12-4 record with a 2.33 ERA.

[JetsIn06]

Washington's Groat Out Again (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/washingtons-groat-out-again.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. June 30, 1916 - Washington second basemen Boot Groats is just 23-years old and his already have trouble staying on the field.

He made the big league club back in 1912 at just 19 years old, and while his first three seasons went without a hitch, last year and now this year are different stories.

Last year, Groat missed 46 games due to two different injuries. First, he hurt his rotator cuff on a throw from the outfield in a cutoff play, and then as soon as he came back, he injured his ribs in a collision at home plate.

He put the injuries behind him and made it through the first two months of the season fine. But on the last day of May, he had a minor setback when he strained his forearm and was out for a week and a half.

Two weeks later, he had pretty bad knee inflamation that kept him out for another week. And yesterday, his shoulder acted up. Doctors haven't made a diagnosis other than "sore shoulder," but say that he likely won't be back for 8 weeks.

This is a very tough break for Groat and his team, the Washinton Grays, who sit on top of the standings of the United League with a five game lead over the Chicago Orphans.

28-year-old Ducky Bunn, a good defensive player but an absolutely dreadful hitter, will take over for Groat for the next 7-8 weeks.

[JetsIn06]

June's Top Players (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/junes-top-players.html)

NEW YORK, NY. July 1, 1916 - Earl Ebert of Chicago had an award-winning June as he took home the United League MVP of the Month award.

"He told me once people used to make fun of the way he pitches," Ebert's pitching coach Archie Munch told reporters. "There wasn't anybody laughing in June except for Earl."

Ebert was all business when he took the mound though, collecting a 6-1 record in 7 starts. He struck out 44 batters in 64 innings and kept opponents to a .184 batting average.

So far this season Ebert has 14 wins and 5 losses and a 2.27 ERA.

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There's nothing like putting up good, solid numbers in the last year before free agency. Today Warley Kephart helped his contract negotiations by nabbing June's Columbia League MVP of the Month honors.

The St. Louis shortstop put together a .305 batting average with 1 home run, 15 RBIs and 16 runs scored.

Someone will surely be opening up the vault this offseason if Kephart continues at this brisk pace.

In 1916 Kephart is hitting .273, batted in 40 runs with 3 home runs and 42 runs scored.

[JetsIn06]

The Strange Path of Simeon Laake (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/strange-path-of-simeon-laake.html)

ST. LOUIS, MO. July 4, 1916 - In the first five years of the United Baseball Association, things have been relatively stable for most players. A simple look at random player histories will show that the majority of players have spent all five seasons with the same club.

However, if you happen to find Simeon Laake's, the current left-fielder for the Terriers, that certainly won't be what you see. And not only has his path within the league been strange, but his path to the league has been incredible as well.

Laake is 29-years-old...he thinks. Doctors have told him he's between 27-31, but he celebrated his 10th birthday 19 years ago so he's decided to stick with that age theory. When Laake was born, circa 1886, Florida was a hotbed of racism, lynchings, and violence against blacks. But that was the least of his worries.

His mother and father left him when he was about five years old. Laake doesn't remember the day. When authorities found him roaming the street alone, they brought him in. After a few weeks of searching for the boy's parents, he was sent to an all-black orphanage, where he lived for ten years. Then, at approximately fifteen, he learned of many blacks who were leaving Florida to escape the violence that was occuring against them.

"When I was fifteen or so, I left. I left in the middle of the night with nothing but the clothes on my back. I met some other black folks who were leaving Florida for the northeast. Some were going to New York, some were going to Boston, some were going to Pittsburgh. Industrial cities, mostly. Places we could find jobs."

Laake landed in Pittsburgh, where he worked for the U.S. Steel Coorpotation in a steel mill. But it wasn't what he did in the mill that defined him. It was what he did on break and on weekends.

"We just played baseball. Some of the black folks who came from Florida stayed in Pittsburgh as well. I lived with three other boys, and during our lunch break we would play baseball. On weekends, we'd play baseball. Any time we could, we'd play baseball."

At 23, Laake moved to Cincinnati to work for Proctor & Gamble in their soap factories. Again, he would play baseball any time he could.

But when William A. Willman announced the formation of the United League in 1912, a league that would be integrated, Laake knew what the next major step in his life would be.

J.J. Ryan, the son of Malcolm Ryan of the Ryan Rail Company and a Cincinnati native, used his inherited wealth to purchase one of the charter franchises. In March of 1912, Ryan held tryouts for his Cincinnati Ruby Legs. Over 120 players showed off their skills over a week-long period.

Over the previous nine years, Laake had played baseball every day. He perfected his skills againt co-workers and friends. And in 1912, he could finally put his talent to good use.

"After the week of tryouts, Mr. Ryan wrote me to inform me that I had been selected to join the club and would make $1,000 a year. It was more than I was making at the soap factory, but that's not why I accepted. I accepted because I love baseball."

After a year of playing for the Ruby Legs, the team was expelled by the league. J.J. Ryan simply couldn't run a baseball club competently. Every player on the Ruby Legs, as well as the Washington Statesmen who went bankrupt, became free to sign with any team that offered them a contract.

"A few team's offered me a contract. The Grays though were very kind to me and offered me about $3,400 per season. I always wanted to see Washington as well, so I decided to play there."

But after a year of playing for the Grays, the six teams of the brand new Columbia League were allowed to fill their rosters with anyone left off of a 15-man protection list. Laake was left off of it. In the 11th round of the expansion draft, the St. Louis Terriers took Laake. He was headed to his third team in three years.

"I absolutely loved playing in St. Louis. I certainly wasn't the best player, but I loved my teamates and loved the city."

However, just two years after being taken by St. Louis, the Terriers traded Laake to the Detroit Wolverines after the 1915 season.

"Mr. Ball, the owner of the Terriers, called me into his office and told me that I'd been traded. He said that they could afford to get rid of a younger guy to bring in two veterans because they wanted to win immediately. I could understand that, but was still dissapointed. I loved it there."

Laake packed up his belongings and headed to Detroit. But his wild ride wasn't over yet. Less than two months into the season, Laake got a telegram from Phil Ball.

"I got the telegram and it said that St. Louis was trying to get me back. I was so thrilled. The next day, Mr. Compton of Detroit told me that I would be headed back to St. Louis."

And yesterday, it looks like Mr. Laake can finally settle down. He's signed a two year extension with the Terriers for $78,000.

[JetsIn06]

Reds-Maroons Swap Confirmed (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/reds-maroons-swap-confirmed.html)

READING, PA. July 9, 1916 - The Reading Reds have finalized a deal with the Cleveland Maroons for the services of 28-year old left fielder Ramon Starke. In exchange, the Maroons will receive 20-year old left fielder Johnathan Smoot, 23-year old shortstop Ice Lemons, 22-year old catcher Leon Gale and 37-year old starting pitcher Solomon Maurer.

Thus far in 1916 Starke is hitting .322 with 6 home runs, 49 RBIs, 47 runs scored and has compiled a .371 OBP.

[JetsIn06]

Newark Peppers, Grays Agree to Trade (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/newark-peppers-grays-agree-to-trade.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. July 22, 1916 - The Newark Peppers announced a deal with the Grays today, sending 26-year old right fielder Orrin Seeley and 30-year old second baseman Coleman Beller to Washington for 19-year old minor league right fielder Harris Gifford and 22-year old minor league second baseman Philander Parson. It had been talked about for the past few weeks and everything came together late last night. All players are expected to be joining their respective clubs shortly.

Seeley is presently hitting at a .278 pace with 4 home runs and 40 RBIs. He has played in 97 games and scored 49 times.

The Grays are hoping Seeley gives them the push they need to get to the top of the standings over the next two months.

Newark, on the other hand, would have lost Seeley in free agency anyway, so getting two young prospects is a great deal for them.

[JetsIn06]

Calhoun Out for Next 12 Months (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/calhoun-out-for-next-12-months.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. July 28, 1916 - The season, and maybe next, is apparently over for Eli Calhoun. The Washington Grays medical staff informed the club that the second baseman will be out at least 12 months with torn ankle ligaments. Calhoun was hurt in the game against Cleveland while running the bases. The doctors said he may not even recover by the end of next season.

So far this year Calhoun was hitting .341 with 1 home run.

This is devastating news for baseball fans. A few weeks ago, we published an article about Calhoun's contract extension, but also mentioned how good he is for baseball. This is a sad day for the United Baseball Association. We wish Calhoun the best of luck in recovering.

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Top Pick Clay "Graveyard" Cherry Makes Debut (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/top-pick-clay-graveyard-cherry-makes.html)

BOSTON, MA. August 4, 1916 - We haven't seen much news come out of Boston since they joined the United League last season, but yesterday was the beginning of a new chapter for the Shipbuilders.

At the end of March, the Shipbuilders selected Iowa native and Columbia University student Clay "Graveyard" Cherry with the first pick in the amateur draft.

While Cherry lasted just three innings and gave up five runs, it was a big day for him. His father, struggling with a terminal illness, along with the rest of his family, traveled to Boston to watch Clay make his debut. And while Cherry disappointed many Boston fans, he certainly did not disappoint his family.

"I'm so proud of him," said Mr. Cherry with a tear in his eye. "All of my children. I'm so proud of all of them. Watching Clay out there, doing what he loves. It's the thing every father loves to see."

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For anyone reading this who hasn't checked out "The Graveyard Letters" mini-dynasty, I just completed it.

I've already learned that next time I'm going to look at something from the past rather than the current, because sometimes it's just easier to know how things end up rather than hoping OOTP does something you want to see. What if Clay got hurt? That would have thrown off my whole story. :)

Anyway, as I mentioned in that thread, I will eventually do another "letters" format mini-dynasty, but want to do something different next. Anyone have any ideas? I'd prefer these to be very small-scale, under 50 post type things, but if you have a grand idea I'm definitely open to hearing it.

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Chicago's Ebert Stuns United League Batters (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicagos-ebert-stuns-united-league.html)

CHICAGO, IL. August 5, 1916 - In July, Chicago starter Earl Ebert really put the strong arm on the other United League teams and hauled in the MVP of the Month trophy. He did it with an impressive 7 wins and no losses.

In 7 starts and 64 innings of work, Ebert limited opposing batters to 37 base hits and a .167 batting average. He fanned 52, issued 15 walks and had a 0.84 ERA.

To date Ebert is 21-5 in 28 starts with a 1.90 ERA and has 188 strikeouts in 250.2 innings.

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Terrier's Right Fielder has Terrific July (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/terriers-right-fielder-has-terrific.html)

ST. LOUIS, MO. August 6, 1916 - St. Louis right fielder Nelson Mahoney was certainly bad news for pitchers in the month of July. He wore them out going 41 for 110 and was rewarded with the Columbia League MVP of the Month award.

He hit .373 with 3 home runs, 19 RBIs and scored 21 runs.

This season Mahoney is swinging the bat at a .332 pace. He has hit 6 home runs and scored 57 times, while driving in 53. His on-base percentage is .381 and he has played in 91 games.

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Five Teams Still in Columbia League Pennant Hunt (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/five-teams-still-in-columbia-league.html)

NEW YORK, NY. August 8, 1916 - Most teams have just over 40 games left to play, and while the United League is now a battle of three teams, the Columbia league still has five teams that are within five games of each other. It could go to anyone.

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 254pt;" width="338" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 48pt;" span="4" width="64"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 254pt; text-align: center;" width="338" height="17">United League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td class="xl72">
</td> <td class="xl69">74</td> <td class="xl69">41</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Washington</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">70</td> <td class="xl69">45</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">67</td> <td class="xl69">45</td> <td class="xl69">5.5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Cleveland</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">59</td> <td class="xl69">53</td> <td class="xl69">13.5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">New York</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">57</td> <td class="xl69">57</td> <td class="xl69">16.5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Pittsburgh</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">53</td> <td class="xl69">59</td> <td class="xl69">19.5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Detroit</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">39</td> <td class="xl69">75</td> <td class="xl69">34.5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Boston</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">34</td> <td class="xl69">78</td> <td class="xl69">38.5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; text-align: center;" height="17">Columbia League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;">
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;">
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">St. Louis</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">62</td> <td class="xl69">49</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" colspan="2" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td class="xl69">60</td> <td class="xl69">52</td> <td class="xl69">2.5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">61</td> <td class="xl69">55</td> <td class="xl69">3.5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Indiana</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">58</td> <td class="xl69">53</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Baltimore</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">60</td> <td class="xl69">56</td> <td class="xl69">4.5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Kansas City</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">53</td> <td class="xl69">58</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Brooklyn</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">53</td> <td class="xl69">61</td> <td class="xl69">10.5</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Newark</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">49</td> <td class="xl69">69</td> <td class="xl69">18</td></tr></tbody></table>

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Gale Strikes Out Seventeen Pittsburgh Hitters (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/gale-strikes-out-seventeen-pittsburgh.html)

NEW YORK, NY. August 16, 1916 - Ed Gale of the New York Gothams was something to behold at the Bronx Oval Grounds. He was on fire and fanned 17 Keystones en route to a 8-1 victory. Gale shackled Pittsburgh on 8 hits and gave up 1 walk in an outstanding performance.

"That's as good as I've ever seen him throw," his manager said. "I've never seen so many bad swings in my life. These guys didn't have a chance."

Gale had very little to say to after the game. "We won and that's the bottom line. I had a good game. And we beat Pittsburgh."

The Pittsburgh manager wasn't too happy with the game. "He pitched a very good game. You have to tip your cap to him."

In 28 starts this year Gale has recorded a 13-13 record and a 2.58 ERA.

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Terriers Lose Mahoney for Two Weeks (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/terriers-lose-mahoney-for-two-weeks.html)

ST. LOUIS, MO. August 17, 1916 - St. Louis fans will be disappointed to learn that Nelson Mahoney developed a strained oblique while running the bases in yesterday's game. After the doctor informed the St. Louis Terriers manager that Mahoney was expected to miss 2 weeks, the manager told the press that the rest of the team would have to step up their play until the right fielder could return. "You can't make excuses in baseball, because there's always a game tomorrow," said the team's skipper.

In 1916 Mahoney has been the key batter for the Terriers, batting .323 with 134 hits and hitting 6 home runs, 58 RBIs, 35 walks, .372 OBP and has scored 62 runs. He has played in 103 games, but the next few weeks are extremely important. St. Louis is currently three games behind the 1st place Centennials.

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Centennials End 11-Game Winning Streak in Loss to Baltimore (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/centennials-end-11-game-winning-streak.html)

PHILADELPHIA, PA. August 21, 1916 - In yesterday's game against the Baltimore Terrapins, the Philadelphia Centennials lost for the first time in twelve games. Their eleven game win streak shot them to the top of the standings, and they currently have a three-game lead over the Terriers.

They have 31 games left on the schedule and head to Indiana tomorrow for a four game series.

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August's Top Players (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/augusts-top-players.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 1, 1916 - As Floyd Bennett hoisted up the United League MVP of the Month trophy for August, rumors have already begun to swirl about whether he will leave Cleveland once his contract is up at the end of the season.

Bennett put pressure on the Maroons to keep him around by posting a 5-2 record and an ERA of 1.65 over 60 innings last month. He also rolled up 52 strikeouts, increasing his value both to Cleveland and to every other team in the league.

Up to now Bennett has compiled an ERA of 2.21 with a 21-11 mark over 34 starts. He has 241 strikeouts in 288.2 innings and has held opponents to a .221 batting average.

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Luther Pender of Indiana had a tremendous August with a 5-2 mark and was chosen the MVP of the Month in the Columbia League.

Pender restricted opposing hitters to 47 base hits and a .204 batting average. He rang up 24 strikeouts in 63.1 innings of work, surrendered 20 walks, and crafted a 2.13 ERA.

Season-to-date, Pender has rung up 17 wins and 12 losses in 31 appearances. He has an ERA of 2.55 and has fanned 101 batters in 275.2 innings.

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1917's Top Unsigned Players (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/1917s-top-unsigned-players.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 7, 1916 - As the 1916 comes to a close, everyone's main focus is on the pennant chase in both leagues.

But every team, including the dreadful Boston and Detroit clubs, are looking toward the off-season. With free agency finally a reality after five seasons, club owners have a new strategy to build their team. They can save money and focus on developing their own drafted talent, or they could sacrifice their bottom line and go after high priced free agents. Here are a few of the players that will make a big impact on their new team.

2B Boots Groat, Washington Grays, 23 yo
CF Dick McGovern, Pittsburgh Keystones, 27 yo
SP Isiah Barnhart, Reading Reds, 35 yo
RF Orrin Seeley, Washington Grays, 26 yo
SP Harman Putman, Chicago Orphans, 29 yo

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As Season Winds Down, Chicago and Philadelphia Top Standings (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/new-york-ny_19.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 13, 1916 -


<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 280pt; font-weight: bold;" width="372" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"></table><table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 280pt;" width="372" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 232pt; text-align: center; font-weight: bold;" width="308" height="17">United League Standings</td> <td style="width: 48pt;" width="64">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">G</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td class="xl72">
</td> <td class="xl69">91</td> <td class="xl69">57</td> <td class="xl71">-
</td> <td class="xl69">148</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Washington</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">89</td> <td class="xl69">59</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">148</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">82</td> <td class="xl69">62</td> <td class="xl69">7</td> <td class="xl69">144</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Cleveland</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">79</td> <td class="xl69">65</td> <td class="xl69">10</td> <td class="xl69">144</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">New York</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">78</td> <td class="xl69">69</td> <td class="xl69">12.5</td> <td class="xl69">147</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Pittsburgh</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">64</td> <td class="xl69">80</td> <td class="xl69">25</td> <td class="xl69">144</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Detroit</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">52</td> <td class="xl69">95</td> <td class="xl69">38.5</td> <td class="xl69">147</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Boston</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">48</td> <td class="xl69">96</td> <td class="xl69">41</td> <td class="xl69">144</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; text-align: center; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Columbia League Standings</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">G</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" colspan="2" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td class="xl69">79</td> <td class="xl69">64</td> <td class="xl71">-
</td> <td class="xl69">143</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">St. Louis</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">77</td> <td class="xl69">66</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">143</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Baltimore</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">77</td> <td class="xl69">70</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> <td class="xl69">147</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Indiana</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">73</td> <td class="xl69">71</td> <td class="xl69">6.5</td> <td class="xl69">144</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Kansas City</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">72</td> <td class="xl69">71</td> <td class="xl69">7</td> <td class="xl69">143</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">72</td> <td class="xl69">76</td> <td class="xl69">9.5</td> <td class="xl69">148</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Brooklyn</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">70</td> <td class="xl69">78</td> <td class="xl69">11.5</td> <td class="xl69">148</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Newark</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">62</td> <td class="xl69">86</td> <td class="xl69">19.5</td> <td class="xl69">148</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
In the United League, it's coming down to two teams. The Chicago Orphans and the Washington Grays.

The Chicago Orphans have never finished above 3rd place, which was last season. They've steadily improved over the course of the five United League seasons.

1912: 50-76 (.397)
1913: 58-68 (.460)
1914: 61-65 (.484)
1915: 79-61 (.564)
1916: 91-57 (.615)

Chicago's improved pitching has been the major key to their success. Earl Ebert, Harman Putman, and Squire Ludwig are the top three starters for the Orphans. Ebert has already set the single-season wins record with 27, and Putman isn't far behind with 25. Ludwig has been an excellent third starter, winning 17 games so far.

On offense, it's Ezekiel Peel who leads the team. A Chicago native, Peel has always stated how much he loves playing for the Orphans, and he decided to stick around by signing a two-year extension that will pay him over $100,000 per season. Peel has hit .279 so far with 11 home runs, 18 doubles, and 76 RBI.

Washington, who is two games out, also has a terrific pitching staff. Three twenty game winners and and eighteen game winner take the mound each series. But they also have a terrific offense. Guys like Orrin Seeley, Rip Boyce, Byron Ervin, and Boots Groat are always dangerous. Add to that center fielder Ambrose Dodd, a speedy 27-year-old who is hitting .291 and has stolen a whopping 89 bases so far, and the lineup is strong from top to bottom.

If Washington can overtake Chicago, it will be their second pennant in a row. Last year, they lost in the Presidents Cup Series against the Chicago Whales.

Over in the Columbia League, Philadelphia has surprised everyone. Last year, they finished in 7th place, an expected finish because of it was just their first year in the league. But apparently, all their young players developed quickly and now they sit in first.

It's all about the pitching in Philadelphia. Southpaw's Tookie Anthony and Squire Perrin each have 20-13 records. Anthony is a pure control pitcher. He only has 52 strikeouts in 282 innings. Perrin has 147.

Sitting behind them are the St. Louis Terriers. They're looking to improve over last years second-place finish but have a tough hump to get over.

The Terriers are built on offense. With no 20-game winners, they need it. Dave Mulligan is easily the team's best hitter. The first baseman was picked up by St. Louis in the 1914 expansion draft and has hit 10 home runs this year and batted .300 on the button.

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Ebert Wins 29th Game, Clinches Pennant for Chicago (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/ebert-wins-29th-game-clinches-pennant.html)

CHICAGO, IL. September 21, 1916 - It was a long day at the plate for the Washington Grays as their pennant hopes were shot down by Ebert. They never did figure him out and were shut out 10-0. The Chicago hurler baffled them the entire game, yielding no runs and 6 hits in a very well-pitched outing. Ebert also totaled 5 strikeouts and 2 walks in the game.

Chicago and Washington were in a tight battle all year, but Washington just couldn't overcome the tough pitching of the Orphans.

In 39 starts this season, Ebert has chalked up a 29-7 record and a 1.83 ERA.

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Philadelphia Clinches 1916 Columbia League Pennant (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/philadelphia-clinches-1916-columbia.html)

PHILADELPHIA, PA. September 22, 1916 - In a 7-5 win over the Kansas City Packers, the Centennials mathematically eliminated the St. Louis Terriers from the race and clinched their first pennant.

They will take on the United League's pennant winners, the Chicago Orphans.

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Batting Titles Awarded (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/batting-titles-awarded.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 25, 1916 - The Ford Motor Company gave two free Model T automobiles away yesterday to the United League and Columbia League batting title winners.

In the United League, Reading left fielder Ramon Starke won the title with a .322 average. He hit 22 doubles, 13 triples, and 9 home runs.

The Columbia League's best hitter was Chicago Whale's first baseman Jiggs Bard. "Pops always said I learned to swing a bat before I learned to walk" the 29-year-old said. His .308 batting average led all Columbia League hitters. He collected 192 hits, socked 1 home run, scored 75 runs and drove in 57 runs. The CL's top batter also played in 153 games, had 21 doubles, 11 triples and walked 46 times.

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1916 Final Standings (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/1916-final-standings.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 26, 1916 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 280pt; font-weight: bold;" width="372" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"></table> <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 280pt;" width="372" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 232pt; text-align: center; font-weight: bold;" width="308" height="17">United League Standings</td> <td style="width: 48pt;" width="64">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">G</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td class="xl72">
</td> <td class="xl69">96</td> <td class="xl69">58</td> <td class="xl71">-
</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Washington</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">92</td> <td class="xl69">62</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">89</td> <td class="xl69">65</td> <td class="xl69">7</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Cleveland</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">84</td> <td class="xl69">70</td> <td class="xl69">12</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">New York</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">82</td> <td class="xl69">72</td> <td class="xl69">14</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Pittsburgh</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">67</td> <td class="xl69">87</td> <td class="xl69">29</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Detroit</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">54</td> <td class="xl69">100</td> <td class="xl69">42</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Boston</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">52</td> <td class="xl69">102</td> <td class="xl69">44</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td colspan="5" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; text-align: center; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Columbia League Standings</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">G</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" colspan="2" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td class="xl69">84</td> <td class="xl69">80</td> <td class="xl71">-
</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">St. Louis</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">82</td> <td class="xl69">72</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Baltimore</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">81</td> <td class="xl69">73</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Indiana</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">78</td> <td class="xl69">76</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Kansas City</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">78</td> <td class="xl69">76</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">76</td> <td class="xl69">78</td> <td class="xl69">8</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Brooklyn</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">73</td> <td class="xl69">81</td> <td class="xl69">11</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Newark</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">64</td> <td class="xl69">90</td> <td class="xl69">20</td> <td class="xl69">154</td></tr></tbody></table>

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1916 League Leaders (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/1916-league-leaders.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 26, 1916 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 315pt;" width="419" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"><td colspan="6" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 315pt; text-align: center;" width="419" height="17">1916 U.B.A. League Leaders</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Batting Average</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl71">Ramon Starke</td> <td class="xl73">0.322</td> <td class="xl71">REA</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Doubles*</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl71">Orson Sanford</td> <td class="xl72">40</td> <td class="xl71">CHI (CL)</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Home Runs*</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl71">Julius Eason</td> <td class="xl72">13</td> <td class="xl71">BRK</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Runs Batted In</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl71">Rip Boyce</td> <td class="xl72">95</td> <td class="xl71">WAS</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Stolen Bases*</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl71">Ambrose Dodd</td> <td class="xl72">95</td> <td class="xl71">WAS</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">--
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl72">
</td> <td class="xl72">
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Earned Run Average*</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl71">Isiah Barnhart</td> <td class="xl72">1.43</td> <td class="xl71">REA</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Wins*</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl71">Earl Ebert</td> <td class="xl72">29</td> <td class="xl71">CHI (UL)</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Strikeouts*</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl71">Floyd Bennett</td> <td class="xl72">275</td> <td class="xl71">CLE</td></tr></tbody></table>
* denotes a new all-time record

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The 1916 Presidents Cup Series Preview: Chicago Orphans (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/1916-presidents-cup-series-preview.html)

CHICAGO, IL. September 26, 1916 - The 1916 Presidents Cup Series starts today as the Philadelphia Centennials of the Columbia League take on the Chicago Orphans of the United League.

This is the Orphans first pennant win, and the first time they even had a shot. They're best finish was last season, when they finished 11 games back in 3rd place with a 79-61 record. We ran an article during the final stretch of the regular season about Orphans improvements over the years. To sum it up, they have steadily improved each year since the league began in 1912, and their patience has finally paid off.

The owner of the Chicago club is Jack O'Connor, a 72-year-old man who is slowly losing a battle with his health. He hasn't been seen at the park in many months, and many believe his son, William O'Connor is making the major decisions. The owner is one of the richest men in the league, gaining his wealth from a partnership in O'Connor & Whitfield Oil.

O'Connor is one of the wealthiest men in the United League, but he's spoken public ally about the fact that this is just another business opportunity. It remains to be seen what his son, assuming it is in fact handed down to him, will do with the team.

The Orphans are managed by 59-year-old west-coast native Edmon Callahan. He's known for the way he connects with younger players, and he sure has done a solid job this season. Callahan spent the first three United League seasons with the Pittsburgh Keystones, but was relieved of his duties after a disappointing 1914 season. They went from Presidents Cup champions in 1913 to 5th place losers in 1914. He has the chance today to earn his second Presidents Cup trophy.

Here is the lineup that the manager sent out to the field all year:

1. 1B Forest Goldsmith (.266, 13 Doubles, 6 Triples, 22 RBI in Class A)
2. SS Clifton Kyle (.295, 19 Doubles, 8 Triples, 63 RBI)
3. LF Abner Chavez (.312, 26 Doubles, 5 Triples, 77 RBI)
4. RF Ezekiel Peel (.276, 20 Doubles, 11 Home runs, 79 RBI)
5. CF Burton Tompson (.306, 19 Doubles, 8 Home runs, 55 RBI)
6. 2B Byron Murry (.295, 23 Doubles, 7 Home runs, 74 RBI)
7. C Bimm Sheffield (.286, 19 Doubles, 7 Triples, 56 RBI)
8. 3B Flash Salmon (.283, 12 Doubles, 10 Home runs, 75 RBI)

Their pitching rotation is as follows:

1. RHP Earl Ebert (29-7, 1.83 ERA, 273 K)
2. RHP Harman Putman (26-10, 2.19 ERA, 238 K)
3. RHP Squire Ludwig (18-12, 3.02 ERA, 127 K)
4. RHP Bryant Laney (6-10, 3.21 ERA, 31 K)

Games One, Two, Five, Six, and Nine, will be played at O'Connor Park in Chicago. The ballpark holds 12,000 spectators and slightly favor right-handed hitters. The short walls in the gaps will bolster home run numbers and cut down doubles and triples severely.

LF: 307'
CF: 409'
RF: 307'

The Orphans wear gray pants and a gray top with a blue undershirt. A blue "C" is stitched onto the left side of the chest. Their cap is blue, and has a white "C" on it. The lettering is in old-english type.

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The 1916 Presidents Cup Series Preview: Philadelphia Centennials (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/1916-presidents-cup-series-preview_20.html)

CHICAGO, IL. September 26, 1916 - The Centennials owner, manager, players, and even some fans are here in Chicago ready to open up the 1916 Presidents Cup Series today.

The Centennials are one of the league's newest teams. They joined alongside Boston, Detroit, and Indiana (formerly St. Paul), and are the first to win the pennant. Last year, the team finished in 7th place, twenty games behind the first place team with a 64-76 record.

The Philadelphia club is owned by Harman Day, a reserved 49-year-old restaurantier who is a Philadelphia native. They are managed by 47-year-old Guy Hoy who is originally from Ohio. Last year was his first in the league, and he must be very proud of his team's quick turnaround.

Here is the lineup the Mr. Hoy will be sending to the plate:

1. 2B Suds Frick (.234, 21 Doubles, 9 Triples, 36 RBI)
2. C Elias Haley (.240, 7 Doubles, 3 Home runs, 23 RBI)
3. CF Josephus Friend (.252, 20 Doubles, 14 Triples, 67 RBI)
4. 1B Squire Willey (.205, 32 Doubles, 13 Triples, 68 RBI)
5. RF Hunkey Howel (.248, 18 Doubles, 12 Triples, 5 Home runs, 43 RBI)
6. SS Matthew Lyman (.237, 18 Doubles, 8 Home runs, 56 RBI)
7. LF Fred Lankford (.273, 18 Doubles, 7 Triples, 35 RBI)
8. 3B Willy Drumond (.310, 16 Doubles, 6 Triples, 22 RBI in Class A)

Their pitching rotation is as follows:

1. LHP Tookie Anthony (21-15, 3.19 ERA, 58 K)
2. LHP Squire Perrin (22-14, 2.92 ERA, 162 K)
3. RHP Adelbart Allard (13-16, 3.64 ERA, 182 K)
4. RHP Emile Zimmerman (18-17, 3.84 ERA, 95 K)

Game Three, Four, Seven, and Eight will be played at Philadelphia Stadium, a large complex that holds 25,200 people. The park favors right-handed batters and will see a fair share of doubles.

LF: 324'
CF: 422'
RF: 327'

The Centennials colors are black and yellow. They wear white uniforms with black piping running down the middle of the chest. They wear yellow caps with black brims and a black "P" embroidered onto it.

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Centennials Jump Out to Early Lead, Win Game One (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/centennials-jump-out-to-early-lead-win.html)

CHICAGO, IL. September 27, 1916 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 324px; height: 54px;" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 11pt;" span="10" width="14"> <col style="width: 16pt;" width="21"> <col style="width: 12pt;" width="16"> <col style="width: 16pt;" span="2" width="21"> <col style="width: 11pt;" width="15"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">3
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">2
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">5</td> <td class="xl69">8
</td> <td class="xl69">3
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">2
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl71">0
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">3
</td> <td class="xl69">5</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
The Centennials are considered the underdogs by many, but they used it to their advantage and scored three runs in the first inning on a walk, two singles, and a double from Squire Willey.

In the 5th inning, down 3-1, the Orphans answered back. A leadoff walk by Salmon set the tone. Ludwig tried to lay down a sacrafice bunt, but when the pitcher threw the ball away, he reached first and Salmon moved up to third.

With a man on first and third, Goldsmith came to bat and hit a line drive right through the hole between third and short. Salmon scored, and Ludwig moved to third. It was first and third again with no outs.

But when Goldsmith tried to take second base, Centennial catcher Elias Haley threw a perfect strike to second basemen Suds Frick for the out. With Kyle still at the plate, he ripped a line drive down the right field line that probably would have scored Goldsmith. But Ludwig came in and the game was tied, 3-3 with one out.

After a flyout from Chavez, Ezekial Peel came to bat. On the first pitch, he hit a hard groundball between third and short. Kyle rounded third and was trying for the go ahead run. Philadelphia left fielder threw a rocket home that was slightly off line.

In one fluid motion while guarding the plate, Haley reached downt he first base line to take the throw and spun clockwise back over to the plate to tag the foot of Kyle as he slid into home. It was a close play, but the umpire pumped his fist and yelled "Your out!" with a bellowing voice and the game was still tied, 3-3.

After two straight 1-2-3 innings from each side, the Centennials came to bat in the top of the 8th. It started just had the previous two had gone. Frick grounded out to second, and then Haley grounded out to third. With two outs, Friend stepped to the plate and on a 0-2 count he hit a lazy flyball to leftfield. The fielder couldn't run in quickly enough and it fell in for a hit.

Next up was Willey. With a 1-1 count, Friend took a chance and dashed to second base to get into scoring position. Finally, with a full count, Willey smashed a hard line drive in between the right and center fielder. It rolled to the wall, allowing Friend to score and Willey to walk to second base uncontested for a double.

With the lead, Howel walked up next to try and make the lead larger. A single would do the job, and that's exactly what he did. A hard grounder between first and second scored Willey without a throw which made the score 5-3.

In the bottom of the 9th, Chicago had one more shot. The first batter, Tompson, tapped a soft grounder to the third baseman. Rushing in, he threw a perfect strike to the first baseman but he dropped it! On the secong pitch to the next batter Murry, the ball sailed over the catcher to the backstop, allowing Tompson to move up a base.

But a ground out, fly out, and then a soft hit right back to the pitcher left him stranded, and Philadelphia took game one 5-3.

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Chicago Takes Game Two in Comeback Extra Inning Win (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-takes-game-2-in-comeback-extra.html)

CHICAGO, IL. September 28, 1916 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 324px; height: 54px;" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 11pt;" span="10" width="14"> <col style="width: 16pt;" width="21"> <col style="width: 12pt;" width="16"> <col style="width: 16pt;" span="2" width="21"> <col style="width: 11pt;" width="15"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">3
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">5</td> <td class="xl69">11
</td> <td class="xl69">4
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1
</td> <td class="xl69">2
</td> <td class="xl71">1
</td> <td class="xl71">1
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">6
</td> <td class="xl69">10
</td> <td class="xl69">3
</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
It started in very similar fashion as yesterday. Philadelphia scored three runs in the first, Chicago earned one back in the second.

But this time, Chicago was able to come back from a 5-2 lead. Down 4-1 in the 5th, Chicago came to bat. After a walk and sacrafice bunt put a man on second, with two outs Kyle came to the plate.

On the second pitch, he crushed a ball to left center field. Left fielder Fred Lankford raced after the ball toward the wall. In a half leap, half dive, he caught the ball right before it hit the wall. He crashed into the hard wall and fell in a heap. But he had hung on to the ball, saving a run.

With Philadelphia adding an insurance run on a sacrifice fly in the the 7th, it wasn't looking good for the Orphans.

When they came up in the 7th, they needed to cut the lead desperately. The first batter, Sheffield, struck out. But then Salmon came up and ripped a single up the middle. With pinch hitter Shea up, a grounder to the first basemen looked like a double play and the end of the inning. But Shea hustled to first and was barely safe. On a steal attempt, Philadelphia catcher Elias Haley overthrew the man covering, allowing Shea to get to third. The top of the order came up, and Goldsmith drove in the run on a line drive over the shortstop to cut the lead to 5-2.

When Chicago came up the 8th, time was running out. There was no more time to manufacture runs. They needed a quick strike. And when Byron Murry, the team's second baseman came to the plate, he delivered with a two-out, two-run home run that brought them back into the game. It was now 5-4, Centennials.

Philadelphia failed to add any insurance runs in their half of the 9th, and now Chicago was coming up with one last chance.

On a 3-2 count, Salmon fouled off three straight pitches. On the 9th pitch of the at-bat, he ripped one at the short stop. He couldn't handle the hot hit, and Salmon made it to first on the error. Pinch hitter Lentz came to the plate next. On a 1-1 count, he hit a soft grounder that found a hole between the first and second baseman. Salmon sped around second and was safe at third as he slid under the tag.

Next up was Goldsmith. On the 2-2 pitch, he drilled one to center. It wouldn't drop in, but it was deep enough to score Salmon from third. The game was tied, but it wasn't over yet. They still had a shot to win the game.

Bearden came up next and hit a soft line drive to right-center for a single. Lentz, considered by many to be the slowest player in the league, trotted to second base. When Chavez came up, he took four straight balls. The bases were loaded with one out.

Ezekial Peel, arguably the best hitter on Chicago, stepped to the plate. He was right on the first pitch, but fouled it back hard to the backstop. Then he watched two straight balls saily by. Zimmerman was obviously trying to be careful, but a walk would win the game for the Orphans, so he couldn't be too careful. On the 2-1, a very close pitch was called a strike by the umpire. And on the 2-2, a pitch that looked very, very good sailed across the plate. Zimmerman even started to the dugout for a moment. But the umpire did not call the strike.

After two straight fouls on the 3-2 count, Peel hit one down the left field line. It was high and deep enough for most to score on the sacrafice fly. But of course, it was Lentz at third. While most of the league would easily score, he would be an easy out. So he had to stay at third, and the next batter flew out to center, ending the inning and keeping the game tied at 5-5.

The Centennials put together three straight outs once again in the top of the 10th, their last hit all the way back in the 7th.

When Murry came up for the Orphans, another Philadelphia error allowed him on, their fourth of the game. A walk to Sheffield put men on 1st and 2nd. Then Salmon came up and hit a hard line drive. The runners had to pause to make sure it went through, and could only move up one base.

That brought up Connelly, the Chicago pitcher. But with the other reliever already used, Connely had to bat. The infield came in to cut off the run at home. A hot shot to short stop got the out at home easily.

So now it was up to Goldsmith, the leadoff hitter for the Orphans. On the 1-1 count, Goldsmith hit a towering flyball to deep center field, but there was no way to get the tagging runner. The Philadelphia center fielder threw with all his might, but it rolled in innocently as the Centennials left the field and the Orphans celebrated their game two win at the plate.

[JetsIn06]

Chicago Wins Game Three as Ebert K's Eight (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-wins-game-three-as-ebert-ks.html)

PHILADELPHIA, PA. September 30, 1916 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 252pt;" width="327" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 11pt;" span="10" width="14"> <col style="width: 16pt;" span="5" width="21"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">5</td> <td class="xl69">13</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl71">1</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">8</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> </tr> </tbody></table>

The series moved to Philadelphia yesterday for game three of the 1916 Presidents Cup Series. Chicago jumped out to an early lead in the 2nd inning after two walks, two singles, and a sac fly drove in two.

Philadelphia would drive in a few throughout the game, but could never put together a sustained rally.

The Orphans won despite leaving 28 runners on base. It was a terrible night specifically for Chavez and Salmon of Chicago. Each finished the game with no hits, but what's worse is that they both left six runners on base.

Chavez is having a terrible series, hitting just .091.

On the mound, Ebert plowed through the Centennial line-up, striking out eight and walking none.

[JetsIn06]

Chicago Takes 3-1 Lead with Game Four Win (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-takes-3-1-lead-with-game-four.html)

PHILADELPHIA, PA. October 1, 1916 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 252pt;" width="327" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 11pt;" span="10" width="14"> <col style="width: 16pt;" span="5" width="21"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">7</td> <td class="xl69">5</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl71">0</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl69">4</td> <td class="xl69">11</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
It was a closer game than the score shows, but Philadelphia loses both games in their home park and the teams will now travel to Chicago to play games five and six.

By the top of the 5th, Chicago was up 7-2 and were in total control. But when the bottom half of the inning rolled around, Philadelphia hit four straight singles to start the inning. With one run scored and the bases still loaded with no outs, the Centennials looked like the momentum was about to swing to them.

But Lyman popped up to the first baseman, and then Frick grounded out, scoring a run but putting two outs on the board. Lankford came up and hit into a fielders choice, ending the inning and making the score 7-4. It was a good inning, but should have been bigger.

The score stayed the same into the 9th inning. In the bottom half, Philadelphia came up for their last shot. With one out, Haley got hit in the leg with a pitch, putting him on first. A strikeout by Friend made two outs. Willey came up, and hit a shot over the center fielders head. Haley rounded second and headed to third, and Willey made it in standing up at second, bringing the tying run to the plate.

On a 2-1 count, Howland hit a high fastball that went right to the left fielder. He didn't even have to move.

Chicago is now up three games to one, and the teams head back to O'Connor Park where the Orphans can win the series with two wins.

[JetsIn06]

Orphans Win, Need One More to Win Series (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/orphans-win-need-one-more-to-win-series.html)

CHICAGO, IL. October 3, 1916 -

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</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">8</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl71">x</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
Game five was a straight forward contest that was rather uneventful. Chicago got out to an early 3-0 lead, each run scored easily on a single.

Philadelphia never put together anything. Their best inning other than the 9th was the top of the third, when a single, an error, and a walk loaded the bases. But a fly out and a strikeout left the three runners on base.

Chicago's pitcher, Ludwig, pitched an excellent game. He allowed eight hits, two walks, and struck out seven in his nine innings.

Tomorrow, they'll play one more in Chicago. If the Orphans win, they will be crowned the 1916 Presidents Cup Champions.

[JetsIn06]

Orphans Hold Off Centennials, Win 1916 Cup! (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/orphans-hold-off-centennials-win-1916.html)

CHICAGO, IL. October 4, 1916 -

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</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">5</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl71">x</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
The Orphans started the game with a bang, scoring five runs in the first inning in front of 11,898 seated fans and countless spectators watching along the foul line. The five runs were scored on five singles, two walks, an error, and two sacrifice flies.

The Centennials tried to put together a rally, but five runs was too much to overcome and when Chicago added another run in the fifth, it would be even harder.

In the ninth, Ebert walked to the mound knowing that three more outs would win his team the 1916 Presidents Cup.

Philadelphia never even hit it out of the infield in the last frame. Three straight ground outs clinched it. On the third, it was a close grounder to the second baseman, Byron Murry. He made a quick toss to Forest Goldsmith at first, and as the fans in Chicago cheered as their home town team won, Goldsmith threw his glove into the air and rushed towards the mount. All twenty-one players, plus all of the coaches, gathered at the mound to congratulate each other with handshakes and embraces.

In a moving moment, Jack O'Connor, the 72-year-old owner of the Orphans, walked slowly to the mound, cane in hand. His frail body looked even more thin standing next to the ballplayers.

"This means everything to me. I've lived a very fulfilling life. I have always had everything I ever wanted. I even could buy a baseball team. But money cannot buy this," he said, as he pointed to the Presidents Cup Trophy.

"As you all know, I am an old man whose time is running short. I have been giving away many things. Money, real estate, possessions. But to be able to bring you fans this championship is the thing that makes me feel the best."

[JetsIn06]

United League Awards Dinner (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/united-league-awards-dinner.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 21, 1916 - Last night, William A. Willman of the United League presented three awards to the league's top players.

"Hello, and welcome to the annual United League awards dinner. Tonight is a night to celebrate our league and it's best players."

"First, I would like to present the 1916 Rookie of the Year Award. This player is as wise as a veteran, and spent four years in the developmental leagues. This year, he got his chance and made the most of it. He put together a .296 batting average on the strength of 91 hits and swatted 11 home runs. He also racked up 54 RBIs and scored 42 runs, signaling that this might be the beginning of a solid baseball career. I'm happy to present the award to Washington first baseman, Bloop Bryant."

"Next, we have the 1916 W.A. Willman Pitcher of the Year Award. He's a 28-year-old star who set the single-season record for wins, complete games, shutouts, and innings pitched. He also finished two behind the strikeout leader this year with 273. But most importantly, he led his team to the 1916 Presidents Cup, and won. I'm proud to announce the winner of the 1916 W.A. Willman Pitcher of the Year Award, Chicago's Earl Ebert."

"Finally, our last award is the 1916 James A. Gilmore Most Valuable Player Award. This award goes to the position player that was most valuable to his team this season. The player this award is going to this year was traded in the middle of the season, yet still was just as productive. As a matter of fact, his batting aveage was exactly the same during his time with each team, .322. His 22 doubles, 13 triples, and 9 home runs helped drive in 88 runs. The award goes to Reading left fielder, Ramon Starke."

[JetsIn06]

Columbia League Award Ceremony (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/columbia-league-award-ceremony.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 22, 1916 - Columbia League president James A. Gilmore announced the award winners for the 1916 season yesterday at the Plaza Hotel in New York City.

"Welcome. Tonight we are here to celebrate the 1916 season by awarding this years best players with the Rookie of the Year Award, the W.A. Willman Pitcher of the Year Award, and the James A. Gilmore Most Valuable Player Award."

"The 1916 Rookie of the Year Award goes to Hiram Shane, shortstop for the Indiana Blues. In 137 games, the 23-year-old Shane hit at a .299 clip with 151 hits in 505 at-bats and 5 home runs, drove in 43 runs and scored 62 times."

"In 1916, this player was simply unstoppable at the plate. He assaulted CL pitchers for a .306 batting average, 165 hits, 10 home runs and 65 RBIs, while scoring 91 times. The James A. Gilmore Most Valuable Player award goes to Dave Mulligan of St. Louis."

"And finally, the 1916 W.A. Willman Pitcher of the Year Award goes to Baltimore's Emerson Massie. Columbia League hitters didn't have much of a chance in the 1916 season when the Baltimore manager wrote "Emerson Massie" on the lineup card. Outing after outing, he held teams in check and usually got a win.

He excelled with a 23-13 mark and 2.69 ERA in 39 starts, tossed 327.2 innings, fanned 168 and held opposing teams to a .223 average."

[JetsIn06]

First Players File for Free Agency (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/new-york-ny_26.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 26, 1916 - Last night marked the start of the first United Baseball Association free agency period.

Clubhouses across United Baseball Association were already abuzz with rumors as players began filing at midnight. They will be able to negotiate deals with any club in the league.

Once the first major signing is announced, teams will scramble to gobble up whatever talent they can reasonably get. The only thing that is certain is that there will be a lot of new faces in the clubhouses at the start of next season.

The following players are considered the best available free agents.

1. Squire Ludwig, 35 year-old starting pitcher
2. Tomas Sperry, 29 year-old left fielder
3. Carlos Burrell, 30 year-old starting pitcher
4. Lorenzo Dubois, 32 year-old starting pitcher
5. Matthew Mullins, 39 year-old starting pitcher
6. Harman Putman, 29 year-old starting pitcher
7. Snooks Mckay, 31 year-old right fielder
8. Ramon Starke, 29 year-old left fielder
9. Baby-doll Hurst, 35 year-old starting pitcher
10. Sydney Eddington, 32 year-old starting pitcher

[JetsIn06]

Brooklyn Wins Bidding for RF Mcgovern (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/brooklyn-wins-bidding-for-cf-mcgovern.html)

BROOKLYN, NY. November 15, 1916 - In the first major free agent signing, Dick Mcgovern finalized an accord with the Titans this morning, agreeing to $176,600 over 2 years.

Though many consider him green, they also see his raw talent and expect a lot out of this young man before his tenure in Brooklyn has run its course.

In his career Mcgovern has hit .288 with 526 hits, 17 home runs, 228 RBIs and scored 270 runs.

McGovern gives the Titans another young player to rely on in the outfield, but one must wonder if Julius Eason or Tuck Clifton, two budding stars, will be traded.

[JetsIn06]

$121,860 Lands CF Clark for Gothams (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/121860-lands-lf-clark-for-gothams.html)

NEW YORK, NY. November 22, 1916 - Feedback was positive in New York today as the club announced a two-year agreement with left fielder Max Clark, one of the league's marquee players.

Lifetime in 508 games Clark is batting .276 with 2 home runs and 231 RBIs.

Clark will likely bat in the heart of the order in New York, giving the Gothams some much needed pop in the lineup. He'll join Powhatan Lange and Abner Walsh in the outfield.

He'll make a little over $60,000 each season for the next two years.

[JetsIn06]

Brooklyn Adds Catcher Sheffield, Make Trade (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/brooklyn-adds-catcher-sheffield-make.html)

BROOKLYN, NY. November 26, 1916 - Fans in Brooklyn ushered in Bimm Sheffield today as their new catcher. The 30-year-old came to terms with the Titans and will be hauling in $74,420 a year over 2 years.

To date Sheffield has a .279 career batting average and has totaled 18 home runs.

The move was clearly a sign that they were looking to move their current catcher, Archibald McConnel. The 24-year-old was the bait they needed to upgrade their pitching staff, so that's what they did.

They'll ship 24-year old catcher Archibald McConnell, 23-year old right fielder Julius Eason and 23-year old minor league right fielder Pappy Mcallister to the Pittsburgh Keystones for 35-year old catcher Spider Hitchcock, 25-year old starting pitcher Thomas Moyer and 21-year old minor league right fielder Junius Elwell. The Titans general manager, explaining the trade, said: "To add a player of this ability, you've got to give up a good player. That's just how it works."

In his 218-game career Eason has tagged 220 hits with 37 doubles, 24 triples and 16 home runs. His lifetime batting average is .302 with 91 RBIs and 108 runs scored.

Since joining the league, Moyer has compiled an ERA of 3.21 with a career record of 31-42. He has 330 strikeouts in 658.2 innings and has held opponents to a .249 batting average.

[JetsIn06]

It's Official: SP Putman Signs with Wolverines (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/its-official-sp-putman-signs-with.html)

DETROIT, MI. December 10, 1916 - The Wolverines and Harman Putman reached an accord earlier today which brings the starting pitcher to town for 2 years.

Putman will pocket $81,400 total and is widely expected to contribute significantly to the club's playoff drive.

Putman has a won-lost record of 84 wins and 72 losses with 812 strikeouts and a lifetime 2.89 ERA. Last season, he led his Chicago team to a Presidents Cup win by going 26-10.

[JetsIn06]

Wolverines Add More Pitching with SP Barnhart (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/wolverines-add-more-pitching-with-sp.html)

DETROIT, MI. December 12, 1916 - Isiah Barnhart stepped before the podium yesterday afternoon with Detroit officials flanking him on both sides as he doffed the Wolverines cap and announced he'd reached an agreement to play in Detroit for 2 years.

The deal, an estimated $112,120 in total, is widely seen as a positive move for an organization looking to upgrade their starting pitching.

In his career Barnhart has crafted a 45-22 record with a 1.96 ERA in 634.1 innings. Opposing clubs are batting .217 against him and he has rung up 462 strikeouts.

[JetsIn06]

Titans Ink Deal with MVP Starke (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/titans-ink-deal-with-mvp-starke.html)

BROOKLYN, NY. December 12, 1916 - Brooklyn officials were grinning from ear to ear as they introduced yet another blockbuster signing to the media early yesterday.

Ramon Starke, one of the game's marquee talents, opted for the Titans after receiving a 2-year, $160,920 offer.

Starke has a career .312 batting average and .363 on-base percentage. He has recorded 576 hits with 59 doubles, 38 triples, 23 homers, 262 RBIs and scored 260 runs since coming into the league. He also won the MVP award with the Reading Reds last season.

[JetsIn06]

Groat Chooses New York as New Home (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/groat-chooses-new-york-as-new-home.html)

NEW YORK, NY. December 12, 1916 - Team insiders were tight-lipped prior to yesterday's deal that brought 24-year-old second baseman Boots Groat to New York.

Groat is considered one of the league's A-list players and certainly will enhance any chances the Gothams have to win a playoff spot this year.

Checking out his career figures, Groat has played in 519 games with a .285 batting average. Among his 578 hits are 4 home runs. He also has scored 277 runs, stolen 223 bases and driven in 203 runs.

[JetsIn06]

SP Theo Murrell Signs Contract with Brooklyn (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/sp-theo-murrell-signs-contract-with.html)

BROOKLYN, NY. December 30, 1916 - The euphoria surrounding a big name deal can sometimes overshadow the deal itself. Occasionally a team will mortgage its future to make a big splash, though no one in Brooklyn was worried about that today as the club finalized terms with Theo Murrell.

Murrell will earn $44,070 per year over 2 years.

In his career Murrell has fanned 795 batters and walked 356 in 1306.2 innings of work. His lifetime won-lost record is 80 victories and 73 defeats with a 2.96 ERA and opposing hitters have compiled a .253 against him.

[JetsIn06]

Done Deal! SP Bennett Signs with Gothams (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/done-deal-sp-bennett-signs-with-gothams.html)

NEW YORK, NY. December 30, 1916 - As speculation mounted into the morning, rumors over a final agreement between Floyd Bennett and New York became a reality, with the star opting for a $113,440 deal over 2 years.

Career-to-date, Bennett has a record of 84 wins and 75 losses and a 2.80 ERA.

[JetsIn06]

Chicago, C Courtney Come to Agreement (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicago-c-courtney-come-to-agreement.html)

CHICAGO, IL. January 10, 1917 - The Whales today announced that they have come to terms with Eddy Courtney, a 31-year-old catcher they've been scouting for a while.

Courtney will earn $49,740 a year over 2 years and is expected to play a key role with the club.

Courtney has played in 550 games and is hitting .253 lifetime with 240 RBIs, 509 hits, 61 doubles, 8 triples and 37 home runs. He has scored 250 times and stolen 9 bases.

[JetsIn06]

3B Boyce to Wolverines (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/3b-boyce-to-wolverines.html)

DETROIT, MI. January 23, 1917 - Detroit fans could barely contain their jubilation as Rip Boyce, considered one of the best at his position, opted to sign with the club.

The deal, estimated at $37,620 over 3 years, is seen as a masterstroke for the General Manager's office and could well go down as one of the shrewdest moves in club history.

Taking a look at his lifetime stats, Boyce is hitting .288 with a total of 6 home runs.

[JetsIn06]

Sydney Eddington Signs $42,540 Deal with Indiana (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/sydney-eddington-signs-42540-deal-with.html)

INDIANAPOLIS, IN. February 1, 1917 - A wave of jubilation swept over Indiana today as fans and team officials celebrated the signing of Sydney Eddington.

Despite the fact that the Indiana Blues will have to pay out $42,540 over 2 years, he will certainly draw fans to the park. Let's just hope they don't crank up ticket prices to over 35 cents!

In his career Eddington has totaled 60 victories and 57 defeats with a 2.91 ERA. The 32-year-old hurler also has struck out 387 batters in 1011.1 innings and surrendered 1007 hits.

[JetsIn06]

Marshall Henderson Sells Pittsburgh Franchise (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/marshall-henderson-sells-pittsburgh.html)

PITTSBURGH, PA. February 2, 1917 - Pittsburgh owner Marshall Henderson announced the sale of the Pittsburgh Keystones franchise yesterday to a New York City based theater-owner, Gustav Amark.

Amark, a Swedish immigrant who has lived in the United States for the last ten years, openly admits that baseball is not his forte, but he will have other team officials running the baseball operations.

Amark has already announced that the team will move to New York. The move should form a great rivalry between the new team and the Gothams.

[JetsIn06]

Amark Names Franchise "Yonkers Knights" (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/amark-names-franchise-yonkers-knights.html)

YONKERS, NY. February 10, 1917 - Gustav Amark officially announced that his new team will be known as the Yonkers Knights.

The team will wear white uniforms with a slightly interlocking "Y" and "K" on the chest. There black cap has the same logo in yellow.

They will play at Amark Field in Yonkers.

[JetsIn06]

Opening Day Arrives! (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/opening-day-arrives_26.html)

NEW YORK, NY. April 1, 1917 - It's Opening Day tomorrow in the United Baseball Association!

The brand new 1917 pennant race begins tomorrow. The clubs are poised and primed for another new season of baseball filled with plenty of spills, chills, hits, runs, errors and homers. Another exciting season kicks off with these games:

Cleveland Maroons @ Detroit Wolverines
Boston Shipbuilders @ New York Gothams
Washington Grays @ Yonkers Knights
Chicago Orphans @ Reading Reds
Kansas City Packers @ Baltimore Terrapins
Newark Peppers @ Brooklyn Titans
Philadelphia Centennials @ Chicago Whales
St. Louis Terriers @ Indiana Blues

[BYU 14]

That sucks the Pittsburgh got sold, it will be strange to not have a team on the Alleghany.

[JetsIn06]

That sucks the Pittsburgh got sold, it will be strange to not have a team on the Alleghany.

A team will be back there soon, don't worry!

[JetsIn06]

WAR! (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/war.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. April 7, 1917 - War came to the United States at 1:18 yesterday afternoon - War by the Government and the people of this nation against the Imperial German Government.

President Wilson signed a Congressional resolution declaring that "The State of War," which has been thrust upon this nation, is hereby formally declared.

Washington Eagan, the UBA commissioner, declared that he was "unsure how the war would affect the 1917 season, but would continue playing until requested to stop."

[JetsIn06]

Pittsburgh Fans Outraged, Eagan Responds (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/pittsburgh-fans-outraged-eagan-responds.html)

PITTSBURGH, PA. April 11, 1917 - The Pittsburgh Keystones were one of the eight charter franchises of the United League. But in February, Marshall Henderson sold the club to Swedish immigrant Gustav Amark, owner of a Broadway theater. Amark wanted to bring the team closer to his office, so he moved them to Yonkers, NY.

After the move, Pittsburgh fans became outraged. "This is just terrible," said one Keystone fan. "It will be strange to not have a UBA team on the Allegheny."

The fan is correct. It certainly will be strange to not have a team in Pittsburgh, a city that holds many professional and independent baseball clubs.

Pittsburgh residents began writing Commissioner Eagan of the UBA, demanding that a team be placed there. Yesterday, he responded.

"The league is aware of the fans feelings on the move of the Keystones to Yonkers. However, we first must remind them that there is nothing we could have done. The organizations are their own legal businesses, and can do what they wish."

"However," he continued, "my main goal as commissioner is to keep the peace between each league and it's owners, and keep the UBA fans happy. And you fans are correct in that not having a team that represents Pittsburgh does go against baseball tradition. So with that being said, I promise you today, that in our next phase of expansion, whenever that may be, a new franchise will be placed in Pittsburgh."

[JetsIn06]

First Months Top Players (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/first-months-top-players.html)

NEW YORK, NY. May 1, 1917 - Ed Gale left little doubt in the minds of United League officials that he should be named April's Player of the Month for his outstanding performance.

"I wasn't always confident at the start of a game," said Gale. "Sometimes it's hard to get into the flow -- the calls aren't going your way or you're trying to spot your pitches too much. You just have to relax and use what you've been taught all your life -- get back to basics -- good mechanics, control, location, keep the ball down."

The 31-year-old tossed 58.2 innings of quality baseball -- going 6-0 with a 1.69 ERA and 53 strikeouts.

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When Fatty Knott stepped up to the plate in April, he did it with confidence and today he was honored with the Columbia League Player of the Month award.

The young Chicago first baseman posted a .368 batting average with no home runs, 15 RBIs and scored 14 runs. Knott also worked pitchers for 11 walks to post a .422 on-base percentage.

[JetsIn06]

Indiana's Eddington Sidelined for Season (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/indianas-eddington-sidelined-for-season.html)

INDIANAPOLIS, IN. May 17, 1917 - The doctors have spoken and Sydney Eddington of the Indiana Blues didn't like what he heard. The 32-year-old starting pitcher is almost certainly gone for the rest of the year and depending on his progress could miss some of next season as well. Eddington sustained his season-ending injury during the Newark Peppers game yesterday at Hoosier Grounds. He had to leave the game because he hurt himself while throwing a pitch. Today the Indiana medical staff reported Eddington had a forearm strain and would be absent from the lineup for at least 7 months.

This year Eddington has gone 4-6 with an ERA of 2.34 and has 34 strikeouts in 92.1 innings.

[JetsIn06]

Packers Weatherly Sizzles with Cycle in 19-Inning Game (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/packers-weatherly-sizzles-with-cycle.html)

KANSAS CITY, MO. May 25, 1917 - Despite his best efforts, Ephraim Weatherly and Kansas City came out on the short end of the score today, dropping the game to St. Louis 10-9. The 29-year-old right fielder piled up 5 hits in 9 at-bats and hit for the cycle, but still failed to top the Terriers.

Weatherly walked in the 1st, grounded out in the 2nd, hit a solo-shot off Newman in the 5th, flied out in the 7th, grounded out in the 9th, doubled in the 12th, singled in the 14th, grounded out in the 16th, tripled in the 18th and hit a three-run home run off Seibert in the 19th.

Weatherly is batting .392 this year with 4 home runs, 34 RBIs and 35 runs scored. He has 82 hits in 209 at-bats.

[JetsIn06]

May's Top Players (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/mays-top-players.html)

NEW YORK, NY. June 1, 1917 - Despite the number of years he's been in the league, Floyd Bennett still gets excited when he puts together a quality stretch like he had in May. The 33-year-old starter for New York was named United League Player of the Month earlier today.

He collected 6 wins and 2 losses with 54 strikeouts in his 8 starts, putting up a fine 1.56 ERA in 75 innings of work.

So far this year Bennett has a 10-4 record with a 1.37 ERA.

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Ephraim Weatherly got another reason to celebrate today as he followed up a great month of May at the plate by winning the Columbia League Player of the Month Award.

During the month, the Kansas City: right fielder hit .444 with 5 home runs, 24 RBIs and 34 runs scored.

Currently Weatherly has 5 home runs and a .402 batting average.

[JetsIn06]

New York Teams Top Standings (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/new-york-teams-top-standings.html)

NEW YORK, NY. June 15, 1917 -


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</td> <td class="xl69">37</td> <td class="xl69">28</td> <td class="xl69">1.5</td> <td class="xl69">65</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">St. Louis</td> <td>
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</td> <td class="xl69">33</td> <td class="xl69">33</td> <td class="xl69">6</td> <td class="xl69">66</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Newark</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">33</td> <td class="xl69">34</td> <td class="xl69">6.5</td> <td class="xl69">67</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Indiana</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">32</td> <td class="xl69">38</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> <td class="xl69">70</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Baltimore</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">28</td> <td class="xl69">37</td> <td class="xl69">10.5</td> <td class="xl69">65</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
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[BYU 14]

Packers Weatherly Sizzles with Cycle in 19-Inning Game (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/05/packers-weatherly-sizzles-with-cycle.html)

KANSAS CITY, MO. May 25, 1917 - Despite his best efforts, Ephraim Weatherly and Kansas City came out on the short end of the score today, dropping the game to St. Louis 10-9. The 29-year-old right fielder piled up 5 hits in 9 at-bats and hit for the cycle, but still failed to top the Terriers.

Weatherly walked in the 1st, grounded out in the 2nd, hit a solo-shot off Newman in the 5th, flied out in the 7th, grounded out in the 9th, doubled in the 12th, singled in the 14th, grounded out in the 16th, tripled in the 18th and hit a three-run home run off Seibert in the 19th.

Weatherly is batting .392 this year with 4 home runs, 34 RBIs and 35 runs scored. He has 82 hits in 209 at-bats.

This sounds like an exciting game, how many runs were actually scored on extra innings and I take it St Louis scored 4 in the bottom of the 19th?

[JetsIn06]

This sounds like an exciting game, how many runs were actually scored on extra innings and I take it St Louis scored 4 in the bottom of the 19th?

It was definitely a strange game. Here's a look at the box score.

http://img23.imageshack.us/img23/1158/boxw.jpg

[JetsIn06]

Ebert, Seeley, Best in June (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/ebert-seeley-best-in-june.html)

NEW YORK, NY. July 1, 1917 - Earl Ebert's been around the league long enough to appreciate the honor he received today. After going 7-1 in June, the 29-year-old Chicago hurler has been named United League Player of the Month.

He fanned 58 in 71 innings, logged an ERA of 1.27 and allowed opponents to hit .201 against him.

In the 1917 season Ebert has 15 wins, 6 losses and a 1.73 ERA.

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The #1 player in the Columbia League in June was Kansas City: center fielder Orrin Seeley. He was selected the Player of the Month.

Seeley starred with a .326 batting average, 3 home runs and 24 RBIs.

This season Seeley has delivered 87 hits in 295 at-bats for a .295 average with 5 home runs. He is getting on base at a .345 clip and his totals also include 53 RBIs and 48 runs scored. This year Seeley has played in 79 games.

[JetsIn06]

New York, Chicago Swap Players (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/new-york-chicago-swap-players.html)

NEW YORK, NY. July 8, 1917 - The Gothams and Whales confirmed this afternoon that a trade had been agreed upon. In the deal, New York will get 30-year old starting pitcher Whitey Upchurch, while Chicago will receive 21-year old starting pitcher Hutch Koons, 22-year old minor league closer Jones Keenan, 24-year old minor league center fielder Berry Whitford, 21-year old first baseman Hugh Lyle and 20-year old center fielder Elzie Mudd.

In 22 starts this season, Upchurch has recorded 7 wins and absorbed 11 losses. He has pitched 181.1 innings, allowed 154 hits, struck out 120 and has a 2.78 ERA. Chicago is 16.5 games back in the Columbia League and could afford to give up Upchurch in exchange for younger players.

[JetsIn06]

Newman Hits for the Cycle (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/newman-hits-for-cycle.html)

NEW YORK, NY. July 13, 1917 - Today at Bronx Oval Grounds, New York shortstop Olaf Newman accomplished a true baseball rarity, knocking a single, double, triple and a home run to hit for the cycle and lead the Gothams to a 10-0 win over Detroit. In a standout performance Newman laced 5 hits in 5 trips to the plate and had 4 RBI.

Newman singled in the 2nd, hit an RBI double in the 4th, tripled in the 6th, hit an RBI single in the 7th and hit a two-run home run off S. Glover in the 9th.

Currently Newman is batting .228 with 65 hits and 3 home runs. He has knocked in 34 runs and scored 32 times.

[JetsIn06]

Thrice Is Nice: Mahoney Unloads 3 Homers (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/thrice-is-nice-mahoney-unloads-3-homers.html)

ST. LOUIS, MO. July 20, 1917 - Fire! St. Louis gunner Nelson Mahoney set his sights on the stands and blasted three balls over the fence in a 9-2 win over the Baltimore Terrapins. It was a powerful performance that should keep the fans at Handlan's Park buzzing for days.

He spoke to the writers in the postgame press room and said, "I guess you could say I was a good guesser today... especially on the last one... I was ahead in the count, so I got set for a certain pitch... and got it... all of it."

For the game the St. Louis right fielder had 3 hits in 4 at-bats, drove in 5 and scored 3 runs.

Mahoney hit a two-run home run off S. Woodward in the 1st, hit a solo-shot in the 3rd, hit a two-run home run in the 5th and grounded out in the 7th.

This was the first time a three-home-run game has occurred in the United Baseball Association.

This season Mahoney has banged out 105 hits in 382 at-bats for a .275 average with 7 home runs. He is getting on base at a .328 pace and his totals also include 56 RBIs and 41 runs scored.

[JetsIn06]

Sorry for the lack of updates lately....started a new job at night and have much less time on my hands.

I'm also planning on moving this to OOTPX after the 1917 season, but in my testing, I've found that the financials have become deflated, probably because they're much more realistic in this game. Or maybe I messed something up in the old game. :)

My top paid player is making 120,000 per year, and the new 1918 settings have the top player making 19,000.

So, I'm going to come up with a way to make it work. World War I is going on, and 1918 was the year it impacted baseball. So, I have a starting ground.

Just wanted to let you guys know something a little strange might happen.

[Wolfpack]

Hmm...you could say that the season was disrupted in 1918 as the war demanded committing many players to the war and the owners to war production. Unfortunately, some owners lost money or even were ruined outright, some players died "over there", leaving the two leagues (who are already battling the real majors for share) foundering a bit, some teams fold, others merge. Then the Spanish flu hits in 1919 and again the season is disrupted as people try to stay home to avoid the pandemic. Again, there may be a wave of foldings, leaving the leagues perhaps with four or five teams apiece in just the major cities of the East (New York, Chicago, Boston, etc) where there is enough paying customers to keep those teams afloat against MLB, who will probably have turmoil of their own with the Black Sox Scandal on the way. So, it's very possible that war/epidemic problems could cause the economy of the UBA to collapse enough to make such a salary drop plausible.

Of course, I'm placing some emphasis on the idea that your UBA is more of a "USFL"-type challenger to the hegemony of MLB rather than being considered co-equals with MLB, thus the existence in your world of free agency and other ideas to differentiate your game from theirs. As always, it's harder for new leagues to gain traction against the established power.

Long term, are you planning on keeping the UBA in its own bubble with only passing references to MLB or are there plans to somehow mix the two worlds (if only perhaps in the form of seeing a real-life major leaguer make a surprise jump to the UBA for whatever reason and vice versa)?

[JetsIn06]

Hmm...you could say that the season was disrupted in 1918 as the war demanded committing many players to the war and the owners to war production. Unfortunately, some owners lost money or even were ruined outright, some players died "over there", leaving the two leagues (who are already battling the real majors for share) foundering a bit, some teams fold, others merge. Then the Spanish flu hits in 1919 and again the season is disrupted as people try to stay home to avoid the pandemic. Again, there may be a wave of foldings, leaving the leagues perhaps with four or five teams apiece in just the major cities of the East (New York, Chicago, Boston, etc) where there is enough paying customers to keep those teams afloat against MLB, who will probably have turmoil of their own with the Black Sox Scandal on the way. So, it's very possible that war/epidemic problems could cause the economy of the UBA to collapse enough to make such a salary drop plausible.

Of course, I'm placing some emphasis on the idea that your UBA is more of a "USFL"-type challenger to the hegemony of MLB rather than being considered co-equals with MLB, thus the existence in your world of free agency and other ideas to differentiate your game from theirs. As always, it's harder for new leagues to gain traction against the established power.

Long term, are you planning on keeping the UBA in its own bubble with only passing references to MLB or are there plans to somehow mix the two worlds (if only perhaps in the form of seeing a real-life major leaguer make a surprise jump to the UBA for whatever reason and vice versa)?

Excellent ideas here that I'll definitely use.

To answer your question, the UBA and MLB won't ever cross paths. You won't see any MLB players come in.

Actually, I did have one idea where the Presidents Cup winner would face off against the World Series winner in an exhibition game, but I have to figure out how I could do that.

[JetsIn06]

War in Europe may Impact 1918 Season (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/war-in-europe-may-impact-1918-season.html)

WASHINGTON, DC. July 24, 1917 - On the second day of July Brigadier General Pershing, who had traveled from New York to France in May, requested 1,000,000 troops to travel overseas to fight in the War in Europe. Thirteen days ago, Brigadier General Pershing revised his request, asking for 3,000,000 men.

Commissioner Eagan has announced that fans should "be prepared for a shortened season, and possibly no season at all."

[JetsIn06]

July's Top Players (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/julys-top-players.html)

NEW YORK, NY. August 1, 1917 - Seasoned by several years of professional experience, 38-year-old Wash Teal put together a solid offensive month for Reading and was crowned July's topplayer in the United League.

He batted .354 with 1 home run, 12 RBIs and 19 runs scored.

This season in 107 games Teal is batting .291 with 3 home runs, 46 RBIs and has scored 71 times.

--

His solid numbers speak for themselves. That's why Dave Mulligan of the St. Louis Terriers was named the Columbia League's best player in July.

The St. Louis first baseman starred with a .388 batting average, 2 home runs and 14 RBIs.

Mulligan is swinging at a .321 pace on the year with 6 home runs, 54 RBIs and 56 runs scored. He has played in 108 games.

[JetsIn06]

New York, Brooklyn Top Standings (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/new-york-brooklyn-top-standings.html)

NEW YORK, NY. August 20, 1917 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 318pt;" width="423" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 105pt;" width="140"> <col style="width: 35pt;" width="46"> <col style="width: 53pt;" width="71"> <col style="width: 36pt;" width="48"> <col style="width: 46pt;" width="61"> <col style="width: 43pt;" width="57"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="6" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 318pt; text-align: center;" width="423" height="17">United League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">G</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">New York</td> <td class="xl72">
</td> <td class="xl69">78</td> <td class="xl69">45</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl69">123</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">73</td> <td class="xl69">56</td> <td class="xl69">8</td> <td class="xl69">129</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Detroit</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">67</td> <td class="xl69">60</td> <td class="xl69">13</td> <td class="xl69">127</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">67</td> <td class="xl69">60</td> <td class="xl69">13</td> <td class="xl69">127</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Cleveland</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">64</td> <td class="xl69">64</td> <td class="xl69">16.5</td> <td class="xl69">128</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Washington</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">52</td> <td class="xl69">70</td> <td class="xl69">25.5</td> <td class="xl69">122</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Boston</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">50</td> <td class="xl69">73</td> <td class="xl69">28</td> <td class="xl69">123</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Yonkers</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">49</td> <td class="xl69">72</td> <td class="xl69">28</td> <td class="xl69">121</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="6" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; text-align: center;" height="17">Columbia League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">G</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Brooklyn</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">75</td> <td class="xl69">48</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl69">123</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">St. Louis</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">67</td> <td class="xl69">57</td> <td class="xl69">8.5</td> <td class="xl69">124</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">60</td> <td class="xl69">62</td> <td class="xl69">14.5</td> <td class="xl69">122</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Kansas City</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">59</td> <td class="xl69">63</td> <td class="xl69">15.5</td> <td class="xl69">122</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Baltimore</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">58</td> <td class="xl69">64</td> <td class="xl69">16.5</td> <td class="xl69">122</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Newark</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">59</td> <td class="xl69">65</td> <td class="xl69">16.5</td> <td class="xl69">124</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Indiana</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">59</td> <td class="xl69">68</td> <td class="xl69">18</td> <td class="xl69">127</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">58</td> <td class="xl69">68</td> <td class="xl69">18.5</td> <td class="xl69">126</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="6" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; text-align: center;" height="17">League Leaders</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Batting Average</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl73">Elias Herrick</td> <td class="xl75">0.340</td> <td class="xl73">STL</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Doubles</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl73">E. Weatherly</td> <td class="xl74">38</td> <td class="xl73">KC</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Triples</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl73">Bob Mehan</td> <td class="xl74">23</td> <td class="xl73">CHI (CL)</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Home Runs</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl73">Jiggs Moser</td> <td class="xl74">12</td> <td class="xl73">DET</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Runs Batted In</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl73" colspan="2" style="">Dummy Dell</td> <td class="xl74">77</td> <td class="xl73">BRK</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Stolen Bases</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl73" colspan="2" style="">R. Lawrence</td> <td class="xl74">51</td> <td class="xl73">KC</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> </td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl74">
</td> <td class="xl74">
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Earned Run Average</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl73">Ed Gale</td> <td class="xl74">
</td> <td class="xl74">1.58</td> <td class="xl73">NY</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Wins</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl73">Earl Ebert</td> <td class="xl74">
</td> <td class="xl74">21</td> <td class="xl73">CHI (UL)
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Strikeouts</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl73">Earl Ebert</td> <td class="xl74">
</td> <td class="xl74">213</td> <td class="xl73">CHI (UL)</td></tr></tbody></table>

[Wolfpack]

I probably should amend my earlier musings somewhat. I tried to read up on what impact the war and the flu had on American life and it seems like almost none of it had any big effect on baseball. Only a small handful of MLB players actually were KIA in the conflict and apparently the worst of the epidemic was mostly over by early 1919. Now, it could be argued that while MLB was relatively unaffected, perhaps the UBA players were more vulnerable (or more patriotically willing) to be called up for service since they weren't the well-known clubs and players that MLB were so there was no "national service" in maintaining the UBA's normalcy. As for 1919, while the epidemic largely played out by the start of baseball season, you could perhaps consider delaying the start or something like that, building on the fact that the UBA would be disorganized by the war followed by the epidemic (which did linger into 1920, but was nowhere near as bad as it was in 1918 and early 1919. Maybe the season doesn't start until June, in which case the UBA founders a bit like MLB did in 1994-95 with a lost season and a shortened season.

Just some thoughts on how to fill in the blanks.

[JetsIn06]

I probably should amend my earlier musings somewhat. I tried to read up on what impact the war and the flu had on American life and it seems like almost none of it had any big effect on baseball. Only a small handful of MLB players actually were KIA in the conflict and apparently the worst of the epidemic was mostly over by early 1919. Now, it could be argued that while MLB was relatively unaffected, perhaps the UBA players were more vulnerable (or more patriotically willing) to be called up for service since they weren't the well-known clubs and players that MLB were so there was no "national service" in maintaining the UBA's normalcy. As for 1919, while the epidemic largely played out by the start of baseball season, you could perhaps consider delaying the start or something like that, building on the fact that the UBA would be disorganized by the war followed by the epidemic (which did linger into 1920, but was nowhere near as bad as it was in 1918 and early 1919. Maybe the season doesn't start until June, in which case the UBA founders a bit like MLB did in 1994-95 with a lost season and a shortened season.

Just some thoughts on how to fill in the blanks.

Very interesting. Thank you for looking into it! :)

I'm trying to figure out how the players and owners could agree to something as drastic as cutting their pay by almost 75%.

While something like this might work: UBA is floundering and unless pay is cut, the league will fold... the talent isn't that much less than the UBA in my imagination, so players would say, "fine," and join MLB teams.

I just got off work and my mind isn't clear enough to think this all through, I'm just thinking out loud.

The one thing keeping them in the UBA is the fact that they're getting paid (or, will be after five years of service) market value. They have free agency, and that draws players in and keeps them. So maybe they would accept a cut to still have that. I'd love to say that they just love the league and their teams, but that doesn't seem very human of them ;).

Also, I do know why they were able to be paid so much in the first place. If you remember back to the beginning, an anonymous financier funneled a ton of money into the league, allowing stadiums to be leased, players to be paid, etc., which in my mind, allowed them to get players this talented.

I think we can easily figure out a way to get the money stash down (war, flu, lack of attendance)...it can easily be attributed to a combination of things, but now I need to figure out WHY the players would stay after losing 75% of their pay.

[Wolfpack]

For the love of the game? :D

[JetsIn06]

August's Top Players (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/augusts-top-players.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 2, 1917 - There's something about a young rookie winning the United League Player of the Month trophy that sends shock waves through the league. Such is the case with Doggie Overton, a 24-year-old starter for the Yonkers Knights.

In August, he topped off the month with a 6-1 mark and 1.46 ERA in 7 starts, tossed 61.2 innings, fanned 27 and held opposing teams to a .179 average.

This season Overton has gone 11-13 with an ERA of 3.36, posting 91 strikeouts in 211.2 innings.

--

Dick Mcgovern battered Columbia League pitchers all August and wound up taking home the Player of the Month Award.

"I've been around the United Baseball Association long enough to know you really have to work hard day in and day out to be able to put up this kind of consistency," the 28-year-old Mcgovern told reporters. "I put in a lot of work, even on the days I may not take the field and it's always nice when everything comes together for me like it did this last month."

In 27 games, Mcgovern hit .374 with 1 home run, 19 RBIs and scored 21 runs.

This year Mcgovern is batting .282 with 148 hits and 2 home runs. He has scored 91 times and has batted in 66 runs.

[JetsIn06]

New York Fans Excited as Gothams and Titans Clinch (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/new-york-fans-excited-as-gothams-and.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 15, 1917 - Fans across all five boroughs of New York City celebrated yesterday as their two favorite teams, the New York Gothams of the United League, and the Brooklyn Titans of the Columbia League, clinched their spot in the 1917 Presidents Cup Series.

It is the first time that two teams from the same city will face off in the series.

[JetsIn06]

A Look at the 1918 Free Agent Class (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/look-at-1918-free-agent-class.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 20, 1917 - While nothing will ever really compare to last season, when players from the inaugural season hit five years of service time, free agency is still something to look forward to each season.

As this year winds down, let's take a look at some of the top players who are still without a contract for the 1918 season:

1. RF Snooks Mckay, 32-years-old.

Mckay, currently a member of the Detroit Wolverines, had a relatively disappointing season. It was his first season with an on-base-average of less than .300, and he hit just .244, a career low. His power did improve a bit, hitting 6 home runs, four more than his career best.

2. C Blondie Ledford, 29-years-old.

The left-handed hitting catcher, currently with the Chicago Orphans, is also having a down year. His walk numbers are way up, giving him a respectable .334 on-base-average, but his batting average is down to a career low .239.

3. SP Johny Beebe, 41-years-old.

Beebe, also a Chicago Orphan, is one of the older players in the league but is still doing excellent. His 19-15 record and 2.42 ERA make this season one of his best.

[JetsIn06]

1917 Regular Season Comes to a Close (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/1917-regular-season-comes-to-close.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 25, 1917 - Every season gives us something to remember, and the 1917 campaign was no different. While the country began a war in Europe, baseball kept the United States running back home. It gave citizens a reminder of peaceful times. No one is really sure what will happen in the future, but baseball will always give us hope.

It was the second season of 154 games, and new records were established. You never know; One hundred years from now, our great grandsons may be discussing the amazing feats of Ephraim Weatherly and his 205 hits in the 1917 season. Or perhaps the 30 triples by Bob Mehan will stand the test of time. Maybe Mat Sterns' 34 shutouts will still be in the lead one hundred years from now. On the other hand, Lorenzo Dubois could go down as the pitcher who lost the most games in a single season (25).

While baseball as a whole brought us together in these tough times, it also created friendly rivalries. In a couple of days, the New York Gothams of Manhattan and the Titans of Brooklyn will face off ain a best-of-nine affair that could pit father against son or brother against brother as they watch the game at the park, wait to hear from friends about the game, or wait patiently for the New York Chronicle to arive at newstands.

Here are the final standings for the year, as well as the league leaders:

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 318pt;" width="423" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 105pt;" width="140"> <col style="width: 35pt;" width="46"> <col style="width: 53pt;" width="71"> <col style="width: 36pt;" width="48"> <col style="width: 46pt;" width="61"> <col style="width: 43pt;" width="57"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="6" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 318pt; text-align: center;" width="423" height="17">United League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">G</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">New York</td> <td class="xl72">
</td> <td class="xl69">100</td> <td class="xl69">54</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">89</td> <td class="xl69">65</td> <td class="xl69">11</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Detroit</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">80</td> <td class="xl69">74</td> <td class="xl69">20</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Reading</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">79</td> <td class="xl69">75</td> <td class="xl69">21</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Cleveland</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">73</td> <td class="xl69">81</td> <td class="xl69">27</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Washington</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">72</td> <td class="xl69">82</td> <td class="xl69">28</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Yonkers</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">67</td> <td class="xl69">87</td> <td class="xl69">33</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Boston</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">56</td> <td class="xl69">98</td> <td class="xl69">44</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="6" class="xl70" style="height: 12.75pt; text-align: center;" height="17">Columbia League Standings</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">W</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">L</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">GB</td> <td style="font-weight: bold;" class="xl70">G</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Brooklyn</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">97</td> <td class="xl69">57</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">St. Louis</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">86</td> <td class="xl69">68</td> <td class="xl69">11</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Baltimore</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">75</td> <td class="xl69">79</td> <td class="xl69">22</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Philadelphia</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">74</td> <td class="xl69">80</td> <td class="xl69">23</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Newark</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">73</td> <td class="xl69">81</td> <td class="xl69">24</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Chicago</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">72</td> <td class="xl69">82</td> <td class="xl69">25</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Kansas City</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">70</td> <td class="xl69">84</td> <td class="xl69">27</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Indiana</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">69</td> <td class="xl69">85</td> <td class="xl69">28</td> <td class="xl69">154</td> </tr> </tbody></table>
<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 319pt;" width="423" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 105pt;" width="140"> <col style="width: 35pt;" width="46"> <col style="width: 74pt;" width="98"> <col style="width: 16pt;" width="21"> <col style="width: 46pt;" width="61"> <col style="width: 43pt;" width="57"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17"> <td colspan="6" class="xl73" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 319pt; text-align: center;" width="423" height="17">League Leaders</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Batting Average</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl70">Dave Mulligan</td> <td class="xl72">0.331</td> <td class="xl70">STL</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Doubles</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl70">E. Weatherly</td> <td class="xl71">42</td> <td class="xl70">KC</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Triples</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl70">Bob Mehan</td> <td class="xl71">30</td> <td class="xl70">CHI (CL)</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Home Runs</td> <td>
</td> <td colspan="2" class="xl70">Hermann Howland</td> <td class="xl71">12</td> <td class="xl70">NY</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Runs Batted In</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl70">Dummy Dell</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl71">103</td> <td class="xl70">BRK</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Stolen Bases</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl70">R. Lawrence</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl71">69</td> <td class="xl70">KC</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Earned Run Average</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl70">Ed Gale</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl71">1.67</td> <td class="xl70">NY</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Wins</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl70">Jim Cornell</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl71">27</td> <td class="xl70">BRK</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; font-weight: bold;" height="17">Strikeouts</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl70">Clay Cherry</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td class="xl71">270</td> <td class="xl70">BOS</td></tr></tbody></table>

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The 1917 Presidents Cup Series Preview: New York Gothams (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/1917-presidents-cup-series-preview-new.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 26, 1917 - New York will host the first of nine possible games today, as the 4th Presidents Cup Series begins today. It will pit the United League's New York Gothams against the Columbia League's Brooklyn Titans.

The Gothams have struggled in recent years, but made the most of their financial advantage last off-season. They added pitcher Floyd Bennett (25-12, 2.08), second baseman Boots Groat (.294, 58 RBI), and Freeman Willis (.292, 59 RBI) and others, who really helped them reach 100 wins this season. In addition, they added veteran pitcher Whiter Upchurch through a trade in the middle of the season, and he helped out by going 10-5 with a 1.97 ERA in New York.

The New York club is owned by 57-year-old Charles White, founder of White Shipbuilders, Inc., and managed by baseball veteran Eli Gallaher, a 60-year-old who started his UBA career as the skipper of the Class B Grays of Washington. He's been with New York since the 1914 campaign.

Gallaher's lineup will look something like this:

1. 3B Jeremiah Mooney (.246, 8 Doubles, 5 Triples, 20 RBI, 41 SB)
2. C Tug Edward (.274, 25 Doubles, 59 RBI)
3. 2B Boots Groat (.294, 10 Doubles, 9 Triples, 58 RBI, 36 SB)
4. CF Max Clark (.266, 19 Doubles, 7 Triples, 60 RBI)
5. Hermann Howland (.246, 23 Doubles, 12 Home Runs, 69 RBI)
6. Olaf Newman (.243, 23 Doubles, 4 Home Runs, 59 RBI)
7. Freeman Willis (.292, 19 Doubles, 5 Home Runs, 59 RBI)
8. Alonzo Bird (.255, 7 Doubles)

The pitchers who will head out to the mound for the Gothams are:

1. LHP Ed Gale (23-11, .167 ERA, 262 K)
2. RHP Floyd Bennett (25-12, 2.08 ERA, 223 K)
3. RHP Perry Birch (24-13, 2.69 ERA, 151 K)
4. RHP Whitey Upchurch (17-16, 2.43 ERA, 207 K)

The first, second, fifth, six, and ninth games will be played in the Gothams home park, the Bronx Oval Grounds. The park will seat 12,300, but many thousands more are expected to arrive.

LF: 320'
CF: 422'
RF: 321'

http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/4868/bronxovalgroundsnygothat.jpg

The Gothams will be wearing gray knickers and shirts with black sleeves and black socks. The socks have two orange stripes going around the calf, and an interlocking orange "N" and "Y" adorn the left side of the shirt. The same "NY" is on their cap.

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The 1917 Presidents Cup Series Preview: Brooklyn Titans (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/1917-presidents-cup-series-preview.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 26, 1917 - With their team's away games now just a few miles away, Brooklyn fans are expected to fill about half of the seats here at the Bronx Oval Grounds today.

The Titans, who were known as the Tip-Tops during the 1914 and 1915 seasons, won just 73 games last year and finished in 7th place. This year, they crushed their competition, going 97-57 and finishing 11 games ahead of the second place Terriers.

The key to their success on offense? Getting on base. While the team average was .248, just one point above the league average, their on base average was .330, a whopping 29 points above the league average.

When it came to pitching, it was the same concept, just reversed. The team gave up just 260 walks over the entire season. The next best? Newark's 335. They held opposing team's to a .230 batting average, which was by far the best in the Columbia League.

The team is owned by Gus Duke, a 36-year-old real estate mogul, and is managed by Fletcher Rowley, a first-year manager in the UBA.

Mr. Rowley will likely send out these eight men to fight for the championship:

1. LF Tomas 'Jaybird' Sperry (.258, 21 Doubles, 7 Home Runs, 41 RBI, 49 SB)
2. 2B Mat Gough (.264, 21 Doubles, 8 Triples, 56 RBI, 31 SB)
3. RF Dick McGovern (.282, 31 Doubles, 9 Triples, 82 RBI, 36 SB)
4. SS Dummy Dell (.277, 26 Doubles, 15 Triples, 9 Home Runs, 103 RBI, 23 SB)
5. CF Pierre Fisk (.265, 19 Doubles, 13 Triples, 69 RBI, 28 SB)
6. C Bimm Sheffield (.237, 13 Doubles, 64 RBI)
7. 1B Oscar Spencer (.237, 5 Doubles, 6 Home Runs, 37 RBI, 19 SB)
8. 3B Swanee Bemis (.257, 7 Doubles, 45 RBI)

The following pitchers will start for Brooklyn on the mound:

1. RHP Thomas Moyer (21-13, 2.42 ERA, 161 K)
2. RHP Theo Murrell (24-13, 2.46 ERA, 199 K)
3. RHP Elijah McNaughton (23-15, 2.74 ERA, 80 K)
4. LHP Mather Edgar (17-10, 1.55 ERA, 188 K in Class A)

Games three, four, seven, and eight will be played at Washington Park in Brooklyn. The ballpark holds around 13,000 people.

LF: 300'
CF: 450'
RF: 335'

http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/7712/washingtonparkbrooklyn.jpg

The Titans wear light gray uniforms with black socks and a black cap. A blue "B" adorns the chest, and a white "B" is located on the cap.

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Brooklyn's Dummy Dell Leads Titans to Victory (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/brooklyns-dummy-dell-leads-titans-to.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 27, 1917 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 324px; height: 54px;" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><col style="width: 62pt;" width="82"> <col style="width: 11pt;" span="10" width="14"> <col style="width: 16pt;" width="21"> <col style="width: 12pt;" width="16"> <col style="width: 16pt;" span="2" width="21"> <col style="width: 11pt;" width="15"> <tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Brooklyn
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">1
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">4
</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">11</td> <td class="xl69">12
</td> <td class="xl69">4
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">New York
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">4
</td> <td class="xl71">0
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">4
</td> <td class="xl69">11</td> <td class="xl69">2</td></tr></tbody></table>
The first game of the 4th Presidents Cup Series took place yesterday at the Bronx Oval Grounds in New York. It was a beautiful September afternoon, a cool 59 degrees and a slight breeze blowing in from center, but it certainly wasn't a good day for the home team.

It was a close one until the 6th, but two singles, a walk, a sacrifice fly and a 2-out, 2-run triple made it 5-0. A 4-run 8th put it out of reach, and two more in the 9th made it embarrassing.

There was no doubt about the player of the game. Dummy Dell, Brooklyn's short stop, hit a home run in the 8th, and then got up again in the 9th and hit another! However, we can't forget about McNaughton, the Titans pitcher who allowed just one earned run and one walk. He kept the Gothams offense at bay and picked up the win.

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Gothams Tie Up Series at 1-1 (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/gothams-tie-up-series-at-1-1.html)

NEW YORK, NY. September 28, 1917 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 324px; height: 54px;" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"><td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Brooklyn
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">5
</td> <td class="xl69">1
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">New York
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">2
</td> <td class="xl69">1
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl71">0
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">5
</td> <td class="xl69">9</td> <td class="xl69">3</td></tr></tbody></table>
On a partly cloudy afternoon in front of 12,223 seated fans and many more who watched from rooftops or lined the outfield wall, the New York Gothams tied the 4th Presidents Cup Series one game to one yesterday with a 5-2 win.

The two hour and thirty-nine minute affair was kicked off when Brooklyn scored in the third without getting a hit. An error, two walks, and then another error scored pitcher Mathew Edgar. But New York answered back in the bottom of the inning, when Whitey Upchurch led off with a single and then later scored on an error. They scored another in the inning, and then scored a third time in the 4th, making it 3-1.

In the bottom of the 6th, Curtis Caton drove in a run on a triple into the right-center field gap, then scored himself on a groundout. Brooklyn answered back with one in the 7th, but that was it, and the game ended 5-2.

Our player of the game award goes to Whitey Upchurch, the starting pitcher for the Gothams. He went all nine innings, giving up just five hits, no earned runs, and struck out seven.

The series is tied at 1-1, and the team will have off today and then pick it up again tomorrow at Washington Park in Brooklyn.

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Titans Win 4-3, Take 2-1 Series Lead (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/titans-win-4-3-take-2-1-series-lead.html)

BROOKLYN, NY. September 28, 1917 -

<table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 324px; height: 54px;" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"><td class="xl68" style="height: 12.75pt; width: 62pt;" width="82" height="17">
</td> <td style="width: 11pt;" width="14">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">1</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">2</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">3</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">4</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">5</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">6</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">7</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">8</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="14">9</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">10</td> <td style="width: 12pt; font-weight: bold;" width="16">
</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">New York
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0</td> <td class="xl69">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">3</td> <td class="xl69">10
</td> <td class="xl69">2
</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">Brooklyn
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">1</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">1
</td> <td class="xl69">2</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl69">0
</td> <td class="xl71">x
</td> <td class="xl71">
</td> <td>
</td> <td class="xl69">4
</td> <td class="xl69">10</td> <td class="xl69">2</td></tr></tbody></table>
"I don't know how we lost that one," Gothams short stop Olaf Newman said after the game. "We hit well, and Gale pitched a heck of a game."

Newman was right, and he didn't even mention his own performance (3 for 4, 1 R, 2 RBI). Gale pitched a solid game, going the distance and striking out seven while walking just two. He had a 2-1 lead going into the bottom of the 5th at Washington Park, and even got two straight outs to open the inning. But his own error on a dribbler towards the mound allowed Fisk to get on base, and then Gough stepped up to the plate and ripped a line drive into right center that rolled all the way to the wall and allowed him to go into third base uncontested.

That hit tied the game, but when the Gothams came to bat, Clark gave them a triple of their own, and two batters later, Olaf Newman drove in the go ahead run, making it a 3-2 game.

But the lead wouldn't stay for long. In the bottom half of the 6th, two straight singles put men on first and third. Gale struck out Sheffield to get the first out, but Spencer was able to make contact and hit a fly ball deep enough to score Dell from third.

With the game now tied, Gale needed just one more out. But after a called strike, Ferdinand Bonaparte laced a line drive over the left fielder's head. The runner on first headed to third and Bonaparte slid into second base with a double. Gale could still get out of the inning with the game tied by getting Moyer out.

Moyer would have none of it. He softly placed a flyball in between the right fielder and the second basemen who was running out to get it, and a runner came in making it 4-3.

The Gothams would only get one more runner on base the rest of the game, and the contest ended with the Titans in the lead.

The two teams will play again today, with Bennett pitching for New York, and Murrell pitching for the Titans.

[JetsIn06]

Freeman Willis Hits Gothams to Victory (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/new-york-ny.html)

BROOKLYN, NY. October 1, 1917 -

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</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">R</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 16pt; font-weight: bold;" width="21">H</td> <td class="xl70" style="width: 11pt; font-weight: bold;" width="15">E</td> </tr> <tr style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17"> <td class="xl71" style="height: 12.75pt;" height="17">New York
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The Titans couldn't pull of the win yesterday in front of their home crowd of 12,863. Theo Murrell pitched all nine innings, but gave up ten hits and four earned runs.

The big man on offense for New York was right-fielder Freeman Willis, who went 4-for-4 with a run scored.

Floyd Bennett, the starter for the Gothams, hurled a complete game giving up eight hits and three walks. He struck out four and gave up two earned runs over 138 pitches.

The series is now tied at 2-2. Today is an off-day, and tomorrow the teams will head to the Bronx Oval Grounds to play games five and six.

[JetsIn06]

New York Needs Two More (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/new-york-needs-two-more.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 3, 1917 -

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The New York Gothams, who were underdogs coming into the series, have come back from losing the series 2-1 and are now two games away from winning the 1917 Presidents Cup, up 3-2 over their crosstown rivals, the Brooklyn Titans.

New York got out to an early lead after a triple from center-fielder Max Clark. Clark belted the first pitch he saw yesterday over the right fielders head and dove headfirst into third safely. He came in to score as the next hitter, Howland, smashed a single into center field, making it 3-0.

But Brooklyn steadily came back to take the lead in the top of the 5th. One run in the 2nd, one in the 3rd, and two in the 4th made it 4-3, and a triple and RBI groundout brought the lead to 5-3.

However, the lead didn't last long. It started with two straight singles for New York by Groat and Clark. Then, with Howland up to bat, McNaughton just missed low on a full-count pitch, loading the bases for Olaf Newman. Newman walked to the plate, took a breath to calm his senses, and stepped into the box.

"I knew I just needed to make contact," Newman said. "We were going to score a run if I could get the ball on the ground since they were playing for the double play."

"He got himself into that 2-2 count," said Gothams manager Eli Gallaher. "But that didn't bother him, from the look of it. He watched that third ball go by, then fouled one back. Then, he delivered."

He sure did deliver. On a full count pitch, Newman belted a line drive over the first base bag. It sliced and landed right on the line, bouncing around in the corner. Howland, who was on first, huffed and buffed his way around the bases. Newman trotted into third uncontested. The three RBI hit gave them a 6-5 lead. The Gothams added another in the 5th and 6th, making it 8-5.

In the top of the 8th, the Titans made it a ballgame again. With one out, Brooklyn's Person lined a single into center. Starke was up next, and hit a nubber in between the pitcher and catcher. Peters, the pitcher, ran in to field in and agressively tried to get the out at second, but the ball got there a half-second late, putting men on 1st and 2nd with one out.

Dickerson, who was up next, flew out to right but moved the runner up to 3rd.

With two outs, Tomas Sperry ripped a triple down the left field line, scoring two runs and bringing the score to 8-7 with a man on 3rd. But Peters struck out Gough on three pitches, ending the inning. The Gothams scored an insurance run in the bottom half of the inning, and then retired the Titans in the 9th to clinch the victory.

Today's game will pit Brooklyn's Edgar against New York's Upchurch.

[JetsIn06]

Gothams Take Game Six 5-4 (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/gothams-take-game-six-5-4.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 4, 1917 -

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Despite out-hitting the Gothams 13-9, the Brooklyn Titans are one loss away from losing the 4th Presidents Cup Series to the New York baseball club.

The Gothams, who jumped out to an early 3-0 lead in the first inning on a walk and three singles, gave up the lead in the top of the 4th.

The Titans scored four runs on five hits and a walk. They tried for a fifth run, but Sheffield was thrown out as he attempted to take home on a bloop single to center.

That run that was defended against eventually won the game for New York, as they took the lead in the 6th inning with a run scored on a fielders choice. The score remained 5-4, even though there was a walk or hit every inning thereafter.

The Gothams need one more win to clinch their victory. The Titans will need to win three in a row to win the series. Today the teams will head back to Brooklyn, and tomorrow Ed Gale will face Thomas Moyer in the seventh game of the series.

[JetsIn06]

Gothams Win 1917 Presidents Cup! (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/gothams-win-1917-presidents-cup.html)

BROOKLYN, NY. October 6, 1917 -

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With thunderous applause even away from their home park, the New York Gothams defeated the Brooklyn Titans yesterday in the seventh game of the 4th Presidents Cup Series. This is the 6th Presidents Cup that has been awarded.

It was a back and forth affair, but New York edged out one more run in the top of the 8th inning after a single and error put a man on third base. He was driven in by Howland, who hit a ground ball to second base.

Babe Peters took the mound for the final inning, as Brooklyn tried to score one more to tie and keep their season alive. The 9th started well for them, with McGovern getting a walk on four pitches. But Two straight fly outs put them down to their last out.

On a 1-2 count, Peters threw a high and inside fastball that Dickerson wildly swung at. He missed, and the strikeout recorded the final out of the 1917 season.

The Gothams earned their 1st Presidents Cup Series title and now get to spend all winter basking in glory, while the beaten Titans will have plenty of time to wonder what went wrong.

"Both clubs are talented. We just made fewer mistakes than they did," winning manager Eli Gallaher said to the press corps at the post-game press conference. "We made the crucial plays and got the timely hits."

Brooklyn skipper Fletcher Rowley agreed with that assessment and added, "We were a little weak on fundamentals at crucial times. I have a sneaky suspicion we will be working on fundamentals a lot next spring."

On the way to the Presidents Cup Series championship, the Gothams ended up in first place in the United League and compiled a 100-54 record during the regular season.

[JetsIn06]

Batting Titles Awarded (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/batting-titles-awarded.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 7, 1918 - In what's become an annual tradition, the Ford Motor Company has delivered two brand new automobiles to the United League and Columbia League batting title winners.

The United League batting race ended with Cleveland's Cap Cottrell on top with a .321 average. The Maroons second baseman was officially named the winner today. For the season he totaled 185 hits, 9 home runs with 86 RBIs and 58 runs scored. At the award ceremony Cottrell told reporters the key to his hitting success this season. "I stayed focused and tried to get a hit in every at-bat."

The 1917 Columbia League batting race was won by St. Louis first baseman Dave Mulligan. Mulligan topped the batting chart with a .331 average. For the season, he cranked out 169 hits, 8 home runs, scored 69 times and batted in 72.

[JetsIn06]

Reading Gets Rid of Manager Coffee (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/reading-gets-rid-of-manager-coffee.html)

READING, PA. October 9, 1917 - Despite bringing the Reds two Presidents Cup Championships, Rube Coffee was let go as Reading's skipper yesterday.

At the press conference, the Reading general manager said, "Letting somebody go is never a happy experience, but in this business, you have to do it, when you see your club is not headed in the right direction. If hard work and dedication were all it took to build a winning team, Coffee would have done it. But it takes more than that. I think the world of him personally, but it was time for a change."

This past season, Reading finished with a 79-75 record and twenty-one games back of first place. Club sources were not sure who the new skipper might be and would not speculate as to the successor.

[JetsIn06]

Rumors of UBA-MLB Exhibition (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/rumors-of-uba-mlb-exhibition.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 18, 1917

We heard rumblings about this when the United League first formed, but it's seemingly out of nowhere now becoming a reality.

Yesterday, league sources reported to us that UBA Commissioner Washington Eagan met with American League President Ban Johnson and National League President John K. Tener to discuss an exhibition game between the two championship teams.

The Chicago White Sox defeated the New York Giants four games to two, clinching the victory on the 15th of October at the Polo Grounds in New York.

Actually, an interesting coincidence is that if this does indeed happen, the White Sox will take on the New York Gothams. The Giants, who Chicago just defeated in the World Series, were known as the Gothams in 1883 and 1884.

[JetsIn06]

UL and CL Host Awards Dinner (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/ul-and-cl-host-awards-dinner.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 19, 1917 - Last night was the annual United League Awards Dinner, where William A. Willman announced the winner of three 1917 season awards.

Things are coming up roses for Johnathan Smoot of the Cleveland Maroons. This blossoming star finished his first year in the United League by taking the 1917 Rookie of the Year Award.

The 22-year-old left fielder fashioned a .297 batting average with a .359 on-base percentage, solid numbers to go with his 10 home runs, 56 RBIs and 63 runs scored.

New York ace Floyd Bennett put up some sensational stats for the 1917 season and has been voted the United League W.A. Willman Pitcher of the Year Award winner.

The 34-year-old Gothams star made 39 starts and racked up a 25-12 record. He pitched 337 innings, collected 223 strikeouts, gave up 70 walks and 277 hits in holding the opposition to a .223 batting average.

Chicago's Ezekiel Peel put the wraps on a fine campaign today by winning the 1917 United League James A. Gilmore MVP Award.

He scorched the opposition with a .311 average, picking up 142 hits, 17 doubles, 2 triples, 11 home runs and 74 RBIs, while scoring 65 runs, in what many would say has been one of the better seasons of the veteran's career.

Across town, the Columbia League announced their awards.

Juan Longstreet's age didn't show very often in his first year. He performed more like a veteran on the hill for the Newark Peppers and today he walked away with the 1917 Columbia League Rookie of the Year Award.

The 21-year-old starter registered a 13-14 record this season in 28 starts. Over 246 innings he gave up 240 hits, struck out 99 and issued 48 walks as he held the opposition to a .250 batting average and fashioned a 3.11 ERA.

With speculation about his retirement gaining steam last offseason, Terriers ace Mat Sterns had something to prove. He proved it in award-winning style as he accepted the Columbia League W.A. Willman Pitcher of the Year Award today.

The veteran St. Louis hurler posted a record of 24 wins and 13 losses this year with a 1.96 ERA. In 39 starts he struck out 138 and walked 75 in 348.2 innings.

When it came to hitting the baseball, Dave Mulligan had few peers in the Columbia League this year. The gifted first baseman for St. Louis tagged opposing pitchers for a .331 average and was voted the James A. Gilmore MVP Award for 1917. Included in his season stats were 169 hits, 35 doubles, 3 triples, 8 home runs, 69 runs scored and 72 RBIs.

[JetsIn06]

Exhibition Match Will Take Place (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/exhibition-match-will-take-place.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 22, 1917 - On October 26, the Presidents Cup Champion New York Gothams will take on the World Series champions, the Chicago White Sox in a one-game exhibition match. The only thing on the line is bragging rights, but a Gothams win would certainly sting for the American League.

When the United League was first forming, the American and National Leagues called it an "outlaw league." The UL fought back, claiming itself to be a "major league." On the 26th, we'll find out just how well the UBA matches up against the major leagues.

American League, National League, and United Baseball Association representatives met about one week ago and drew up a proposal that will pit the champions of each series (Presidents Cup Series and World Series) against each other in a one game match. The leagues will split gate receipts 50/50, and the home team will rotate each year.

On the 26th, the teams will play at Chicago's home ballpark, Comiskey Park.

[JetsIn06]

White Sox Rout Gothams 7-1 (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/white-sox-rout-gothams-7-1.html)

NEW YORK, NY. October 27, 1917 -

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In front of a sold out crowd of 42,000, the Chicago White Sox pleased baseball's National Committee by winning an exhibition game against the United Baseball Association's champion, the New York Gothams.

New York didn't go down with a fight, however, and they certainly had a shot to win. Amazingly, Floyd Bennett, who was pitching for New York, gave up seven runs in the game. But only one was earned. Three errors came at very bad times for the Gothams.

Clark, Edward, and Willis each had two hits for New York, and Murphy and Jackson had two hits for Chicago. The real standout on offense was Joe Jackson, who went 2-for-4 with two runs scored and three RBI.

[JetsIn06]

Owners Discuss Wartime Policy at Annual Meeting (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/owners-discuss-wartime-policy-at-annual.html)

NEW YORK, NY. November 1, 1917 - There was a big question in the minds of UBA owners; will the 1918 season go on? But they certainly realize, even if they do play, they cannot go about business the same way when the minds of the public are focused on the thousands of men fighting overseas.

It is also very probable that players of draft age will be called into service, forcing younger players to fill their shoes. The thousands of men who attend ball games regularly are in or will be in Europe, which will cause attendance revenue to drop.

The owners met over the past three days, one month earlier than their usual meetings, to discuss the upcoming season. In the end, they decided that they will in fact play, but have agreed on a few policy changes.

First, they agreed to not preemptively cut the schedule down, but to fit in as many games as possible before the war makes it impossible to go on.

Secondly, and perhaps most controversial discussion, was that on player salaries. Owners stated that with a shortened season, a war tax being placed on customers, and a simple lack of knowledge about how long the war will go on, player salaries must be lowered for the UBA to survive.

The Owners have scheduled a meeting for next week, inviting the top paid player from each team in order to negotiate a deal with them.

[JetsIn06]

Player-Owner Meeting is a Success (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/player-owner-meeting-is-success.html)

NEW YORK, NY. November 9, 1917 - In a round-table negotiation yesterday behind closed doors, sixteen team owners and sixteen of the top-paid players from the United Baseball Association discussed and agreed upon a new salary structure that will help the UBA stay afloat through the war.

Surprisingly, the players not only were looking out for themselves, but were looking out for their younger, less-paid teammates. When the owners proposed a 80% salary cut, the players balked at the idea.

The owners had the leverage, knowing that free agency was such an advantage to the players, they essentially could ask for whatever they wanted and threaten to add the reserve clause to player contracts in the future.

While the players could just not agree to the offer and force the owners to find new players, it was clear that they wanted to play baseball.

In the end, the players would agree to take a 70% salary cut, but sought a few more changes to compromise. Rather than just becoming a free agent after five years, the players looked out for their younger teammates by proposing that after the fourth year, a neutral arbitrator would decide your salary. They also asked for minor league players to eventually have a chance to get out of their deal. Currently, a reserve clause allows a team to control the player until he is released or retires. The players asked for an eight-year limit.

Finally, they asked for something they termed "Option years." Essentially, it limits the amount of times a player can be sent to the minor leagues.

The owners agreed, and also stated that when the war ended, player salaries would quickly go back to normal.

One other change that came out of the meetings was a new plan for the organization of the minor leagues. Currently, all three minor league teams for each club play in the same city, making it tough for many fans to show up. The new plan will create three new leagues, placing eight minor league teams in each of the six total leagues. The teams will be spread out into new markets, so teams without a UBA club will be able to go to games. This will also add to the revenue stream of the owners.

[JetsIn06]

Peters Re-Signs for 2 years (http://unitedbaseballassociation1.blogspot.com/2009/06/peters-signs-for-2-years.html)

NEW YORK, NY. November 11, 1917 - Media analysts hailed New York's signing of Babe Peters, one of United Baseball Association's brightest stars, as a pivotal move.

While the deal is certain to raise a few eyebrows, Peters is expected to earn every bit of the $18,198 promised him over 2 years.

Peters has put up these career stats: 16 wins, 14 losses, 139 appearances, 23 saves, 257.2 IP, 165 strikeouts, .223 OBA and a 2.10 ERA.