The Baseball Times
September 26th, 1876
Bill Stearns Leads Boston Bears to 5-0 Victory Over Cincinnati Wildcats
Bill Stearns showcased his pitching prowess, guiding the Boston Bears to a commanding 5-0 victory over the Cincinnati Wildcats at Wildcats Park. The right-hander delivered a stellar complete-game shutout performance, limiting the Wildcats to just 3 hits while striking out 1 batter and issuing no walks.
Stearns' dominant outing adds to his impressive season record, boasting a 20-10 mark with an outstanding 1.67 ERA over 31 starts. His strong arm and consistency on the mound have been instrumental in the Bears' success this season.
Tommy Bond's Shutout Performance Propels Washington Americans to 7-0 Win Over Providence Islanders
Tommy Bond of the Washington Americans delivered a stellar shutout performance against the Providence Islanders, leading his team to a commanding 7-0 victory. The 21-year-old right-hander showcased his talent on the mound, limiting the Islanders to just 5 hits while tallying 1 strikeout and issuing no walks.
Providence manager Brian Helton acknowledged Bond's dominance, stating, "Bond certainly pitched a strong game against us today. He was in a groove, throwing everything for strikes. Throwing hard. Changing speeds."
Bond's outstanding performance adds to his impressive season record, boasting an 18-13 mark with a commendable 2.10 ERA. His consistency and effectiveness on the mound have been key factors in the Americans' success this season.
Bobby Mathews Shuts Down Keokuk Keys in 7-0 Victory for New York Saints
Bobby Mathews showcased his pitching prowess, leading the New York Saints to a dominant 7-0 victory over the Keokuk Keys at Saints Park. Despite facing some challenges during the game, Mathews delivered a stellar shutout performance, surrendering no walks and limiting the Keys to just 3 hits.
"It didn't feel quite right today, but I made the decision to bear down and work through it," Mathews commented on his performance. "I made a few mistakes but it goes to show what you can do with grit and not much else."
With a season record of 19-12 and an impressive 1.88 ERA over 31 starts, Mathews continues to establish himself as a reliable ace for the Saints, contributing significantly to the team's success this season.