1900 Rookies
A very small class of rookies, but it contains one of my favorite players of the early 20th century. Both top rookies join the Giants, who have been in desperate need of new talent for almost a decade.
Christy Mathewson, SP, Age 19, Giants
Mathewson gives the Giants exactly what they have needed for well over a decade - a legitimate ace atop their rotation. Mathewson will have his work cut out for him earning wins with this motley crew behind him, but fortunately the Giants have a decent offense. The bullpen will likely cost him several wins though. Perhaps he will have to pitch a lot of complete games.
Dummy Taylor, SP, Age 23, Giants
Again, this is just what San Fran needed. Taylor will slide into the #2 slot in the rotation. His presence, along with Mathewson, will allow the Giants to move two of their weaker starting pitchers to the bullpen where they belong. That will likely be
Jouett Meekin (11-14, 5.48 ERA) and
Jack Taylor (8-19, 5.57 ERA). Hopefully, they will find much more success in the pen.
