1st January 1877
Despite the team finishing last in the AL this year the owner decided not to make any changes to the front office.
The player movement was also very quiet with the only news being the fact that Right Fielder George Fields was selected to the AL defensive team for a golden glove award.
The team played its full part in the draft as they selected a player in each of the three rounds available. The first round pick was spent on pitcher Will White. The full draft log is shown below
The team failed to sign third round pick Live Oak Taylor. All other draftees signed.