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1876 standing and leaders
In a dramatic twist, the inaugural season of the National League witnessed a clash of wills between financial woes and the spirit of competition. Two stalwart teams, New York and Philadelphia, stood firm, refusing to face their Western counterparts. However, the league's resolve to uphold its principles reached a crescendo when it made an unprecedented decision: expelling both teams from the National League, effectively banning their return for the following season.
The repercussions of this seismic move reverberated across the sporting world, particularly for the once-mighty Athletics, a franchise with a storied history of success in the now-defunct National Association. Yet, in a bold statement of intent, the league demonstrated that tolerance for such behavior had reached its limit. To maintain its credibility and reputation as a bastion of sporting integrity, tough decisions had to be made.
Consequently, as the dust settles on this tumultuous chapter, the National League braces itself for a leaner, meaner future. With the expulsion of New York and Philadelphia, the league will field just six teams in the upcoming 1877 season. As the league charts a new course, it remains steadfast in its commitment to preserving the integrity and competitiveness of America's favorite pastime.
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