The Baseball Times
July 12th, 1876
Mathews' Gritty Performance Secures Win for New York Saints
Bobby Mathews showcased his resilience on the mound as he led the New York Saints to a narrow 1-0 victory over the Keokuk Keys at Saints Park. Despite feeling off his game, Mathews managed to silence the Keys' offense, giving up seven hits and no walks.
"It didn't feel quite right today, but I made the decision to bear down and work through it," Mathews explained. "I made a few mistakes, but it goes to show what you can do with grit and not much else."
Mathews' determination was evident as he battled through each inning, keeping the Keys from scoring. His performance added another win to his impressive season, bringing his record to 9-3. Over 12 starts, Mathews has pitched 107.2 innings, allowed 97 hits, struck out 13, and maintained a strong 2.17 ERA.
Stearns Dominates as Boston Bears Blank Cincinnati Wildcats
Bill Stearns delivered a masterful performance at Boston Fields, leading the Boston Bears to a commanding 1-0 shutout victory over the Cincinnati Wildcats. Stearns was in complete control, holding the Wildcats to just two hits while striking out three and issuing no walks.
"He stayed aggressive and his ball was really moving," Cincinnati manager Carlos Hernandez noted after the game.
Stearns' aggressive approach and precise pitching kept the Wildcats off balance throughout the game. "If I make good pitches, I'm going to get some outs," Stearns said. "I was making good pitches the entire game."
This stellar outing improves Stearns' season record to 8-3. In his 12 starts, he has pitched 105 innings, struck out 11, walked eight, and recorded an impressive 2.06 ERA. His consistent dominance on the mound continues to be a significant asset for the Bears this season.