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amead17 · 07-29-2024, 12:20 PM

The Baseball Times
July 10th, 1884

Barr's Brilliance Stifles Wildcats in 1-0 Shutout

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New York hurler Bob Barr delivered a dazzling performance yesterday, leading the New York Saints to a 1-0 shutout victory over the Cincinnati Wildcats. Barr's masterful mix of fastballs and changeups left the Wildcats' hitters flummoxed, as he allowed only 4 hits while striking out 6 and walking 2.

"I think every time we were looking for a fastball, he threw a changeup and every time we were looking for a changeup, he threw a fastball," Cincinnati manager Jared Juarez told reporters after the game, highlighting Barr's impeccable game strategy.

Barr's impressive outing not only secured the win but also added to his solid season record. Currently, he holds an 8-10 mark with a 2.61 ERA over 155 innings pitched. Opposing teams are batting just .245 against him, and he has recorded 73 strikeouts.

07-29-2024, 12:20 PM	#1156
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 9,275	July 10th 1884 The Baseball Times July 10th, 1884 Barr's Brilliance Stifles Wildcats in 1-0 Shutout New York hurler Bob Barr delivered a dazzling performance yesterday, leading the New York Saints to a 1-0 shutout victory over the Cincinnati Wildcats. Barr's masterful mix of fastballs and changeups left the Wildcats' hitters flummoxed, as he allowed only 4 hits while striking out 6 and walking 2. "I think every time we were looking for a fastball, he threw a changeup and every time we were looking for a changeup, he threw a fastball," Cincinnati manager Jared Juarez told reporters after the game, highlighting Barr's impeccable game strategy. Barr's impressive outing not only secured the win but also added to his solid season record. Currently, he holds an 8-10 mark with a 2.61 ERA over 155 innings pitched. Opposing teams are batting just .245 against him, and he has recorded 73 strikeouts.