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Kavalkade · 06-09-2005, 07:51 PM

October 1st, 1901

As expected, the American League pennant chase came down to the wire. On the last day of the season, 4 teams were vying for the championship: Washington, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Baltimore. The suprising Orioles put together a 17-8 month while the rest of the league struggled to put themselves in contention. Milwaukee was solid, if unspectacular, through September, going only 14-10. Detroit (10-14) lost a season high 9 games in a row, but went 4-1 vs. Washington to stay in the race. The Senators (10-16) struggled to score runs during the month, scoring over 5 runs in only 10 of the 26 games they played.

On September 28th, Baltimore and Detroit, were tied with records of 72-67, while Washington held a one game lead over both (73-66). Milwaukee (71-68) was two games behind, but defeated former contender Cleveland 5-1 to put pressure on the three competing teams. Washington played Detroit in its final two games, dropping the first 3-2, bringing Detroit within one game, and the second 6-3 to bring the teams into a tie. Baltimore got perhaps the most heroic effort in baseball history from starting pitcher Wilton Curry. Curry pitched 16 innings, starting games on consecutive days and winning both to tie Washington and Detroit for the league lead. Of Curry's effort Baltimore manager John McGraw said, "You won't see a gutsier performance out of a player than what he did for his team the last couple days, its too bad he won't be able to finish it."

McGraw is referring to the injury sustained by Curry during the 7th inning of the second game. Curry developed a rather large blister on the middle-finger of his throwing hand. He attempted a few more pitches before it tore open and he had to be removed. Teammates have reported that the blister extended from the tip of his finger to the second knuckle.

"I thank all participating teams for a wonderous and successful inaugural season as professional league," said American League President Byron Johnson, "it is obvious that the American League offers a better, more exciting, more competitive brand of baseball than our counterparts." Johnson also noted that Baltimore, Detroit, and Washington will draw letters (A,B,or C) from a cap to break the tie. Team A will play at Team B, with the winner of that game traveling to play Team C, with the winner of that game declared league champion. The results of the drawing and the schedule of the games will be announced within the week.

In the National League, the Brooklyn Superbas finished the season 82-58 to clinch the pennant. Only the New York Giants finished above .500 (77-63) in a rather dull season in which ugly play restrained the excitment of many cranks.

Many owners in the National League have argued that the success of the American League can be attributed to an exciting pennant race, stemming from the "lack of a clearly dominant team, such as our Superbas."

Despite the declining attendance, many baseball writers believe that the players in the National League are better, more skilled athletes and many teams in the National League could easily win in the American League.

Notes from the Press Association

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Charles Chance was injured on September 6th, diagnosed with a strained rotator cuff muscle, and did not pitch again.

Orioles centerfielder Timothy Arbogast stole 19 bases during the teams final 22 games, only being thrown out once. Widely regarded as the "fastest man in baseball."

Cardinals pitcher Alex "The Abyss" Herring pitched a 2-hit shutout on Sept. 7th, giving him his 6th shutout of the season. He tied New York's Paul Sawicki for the league lead.

Brooklyn first baseman Eugene Williams became the second player to hit for the cycle, going 4-5 vs. Chicago (N) on Sept. 11th.

In an otherwise disappointing season, Chicago (A) White Stockings left fielder Dennis Hansen led the AL in homeruns (14) RBI (81). "I don't care about what numbers people come up with if we don't win," said Hansen, one of the elder statesmen of the American League at 35.

Phillies pitcher Gary Kulikowski returned from over a month long abscence on Sept. 21. He appeared in 4 games, going 1-3 with an ERA over 7.00. "I will not be back next year," said Kulikowski, "the Phillies don't understand what it takes to run a successful ballclub." However, owners Alfred Reach and Col. John Rogers fully expect Kulikowski to return to the club. "Certain issues have come up," said Mr. Reach, "but Mr. Kulikowski will play for us again if we so desire, we'll see to it."

Batter of the Month

AL - Aaron Dahms, C, Milwaukee Brewers - Dahms won his third POM award of the season, hitting an unbelievable .500 during the month with 17 RBI. Hit .406 for the season to win his first batting title.

NL - Ryan March, 3B, Chicago (N) Orphans - March won the first BOM award of his career, hitting .393 with 1 homerun and 16 RBI. Was hit in the head by a pitch on September 27th, but is expected to make a full recovery.

Pitcher of the Month

AL - Wilton Curry, Baltimore Orioles - Curry, whose heroics are noted above, went 4-2 with 2.44 ERA in September. Led either league with an ERA of 1.87.

NL - Paul Sawicki - New York Giants - Sawicki won his second consecutive POM award, going 3-0 with an ERA of 1.33 for the month. Ended the season with 8 wins in his final 10 starts while posting an ERA of 1.11.

Final Standings for Both Leagues Will Be Posted After the American League Crowns a League Champion.

06-09-2005, 07:51 PM	#19
Kavalkade Minors (Rookie Ball) Join Date: May 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 41	Three Team Tie in American League, Brooklyn Claims National League *October 1st, 1901* As expected, the American League pennant chase came down to the wire. On the last day of the season, 4 teams were vying for the championship: Washington, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Baltimore. The suprising Orioles put together a 17-8 month while the rest of the league struggled to put themselves in contention. Milwaukee was solid, if unspectacular, through September, going only 14-10. Detroit (10-14) lost a season high 9 games in a row, but went 4-1 vs. Washington to stay in the race. The Senators (10-16) struggled to score runs during the month, scoring over 5 runs in only 10 of the 26 games they played. On September 28th, Baltimore and Detroit, were tied with records of 72-67, while Washington held a one game lead over both (73-66). Milwaukee (71-68) was two games behind, but defeated former contender Cleveland 5-1 to put pressure on the three competing teams. Washington played Detroit in its final two games, dropping the first 3-2, bringing Detroit within one game, and the second 6-3 to bring the teams into a tie. Baltimore got perhaps the most heroic effort in baseball history from starting pitcher Wilton Curry. Curry pitched 16 innings, starting games on consecutive days and winning both to tie Washington and Detroit for the league lead. Of Curry's effort Baltimore manager John McGraw said, "You won't see a gutsier performance out of a player than what he did for his team the last couple days, its too bad he won't be able to finish it." McGraw is referring to the injury sustained by Curry during the 7th inning of the second game. Curry developed a rather large blister on the middle-finger of his throwing hand. He attempted a few more pitches before it tore open and he had to be removed. Teammates have reported that the blister extended from the tip of his finger to the second knuckle. "I thank all participating teams for a wonderous and successful inaugural season as professional league," said American League President Byron Johnson, "it is obvious that the American League offers a better, more exciting, more competitive brand of baseball than our counterparts." Johnson also noted that Baltimore, Detroit, and Washington will draw letters (A,B,or C) from a cap to break the tie. Team A will play at Team B, with the winner of that game traveling to play Team C, with the winner of that game declared league champion. The results of the drawing and the schedule of the games will be announced within the week. In the National League, the Brooklyn Superbas finished the season 82-58 to clinch the pennant. Only the New York Giants finished above .500 (77-63) in a rather dull season in which ugly play restrained the excitment of many cranks. Many owners in the National League have argued that the success of the American League can be attributed to an exciting pennant race, stemming from the "lack of a clearly dominant team, such as our Superbas." Despite the declining attendance, many baseball writers believe that the players in the National League are better, more skilled athletes and many teams in the National League could easily win in the American League. *Notes from the Press Association* Baltimore Orioles pitcher Charles Chance was injured on September 6th, diagnosed with a strained rotator cuff muscle, and did not pitch again. Orioles centerfielder Timothy Arbogast stole 19 bases during the teams final 22 games, only being thrown out once. Widely regarded as the "fastest man in baseball." Cardinals pitcher Alex "The Abyss" Herring pitched a 2-hit shutout on Sept. 7th, giving him his 6th shutout of the season. He tied New York's Paul Sawicki for the league lead. Brooklyn first baseman Eugene Williams became the second player to hit for the cycle, going 4-5 vs. Chicago (N) on Sept. 11th. In an otherwise disappointing season, Chicago (A) White Stockings left fielder Dennis Hansen led the AL in homeruns (14) RBI (81). "I don't care about what numbers people come up with if we don't win," said Hansen, one of the elder statesmen of the American League at 35. Phillies pitcher Gary Kulikowski returned from over a month long abscence on Sept. 21. He appeared in 4 games, going 1-3 with an ERA over 7.00. "I will not be back next year," said Kulikowski, "the Phillies don't understand what it takes to run a successful ballclub." However, owners Alfred Reach and Col. John Rogers fully expect Kulikowski to return to the club. "Certain issues have come up," said Mr. Reach, "but Mr. Kulikowski will play for us again if we so desire, we'll see to it." *Batter of the Month* AL - Aaron Dahms, C, Milwaukee Brewers - Dahms won his third POM award of the season, hitting an unbelievable .500 during the month with 17 RBI. Hit .406 for the season to win his first batting title. NL - Ryan March, 3B, Chicago (N) Orphans - March won the first BOM award of his career, hitting .393 with 1 homerun and 16 RBI. Was hit in the head by a pitch on September 27th, but is expected to make a full recovery. *Pitcher of the Month* AL - Wilton Curry, Baltimore Orioles - Curry, whose heroics are noted above, went 4-2 with 2.44 ERA in September. Led either league with an ERA of 1.87. NL - Paul Sawicki - New York Giants - Sawicki won his second consecutive POM award, going 3-0 with an ERA of 1.33 for the month. Ended the season with 8 wins in his final 10 starts while posting an ERA of 1.11. Final Standings for Both Leagues Will Be Posted After the American League Crowns a League Champion. __________________ Baseball Redux: A Dynasty Last edited by Kavalkade; 07-02-2005 at 02:45 AM.