The Baseball Times
April 26th, 1890
Kid Gleason’s Complete-Game Shutout Powers Chicago to 7-0 Victory
Chicago Cardinals pitcher Kid Gleason delivered a stellar performance at Cardinals Ballpark, throwing a complete-game shutout in a 7-0 win over the St. Louis Roughnecks. The 24-year-old right-hander was dominant on the mound, allowing just 3 hits and issuing 3 walks while keeping St. Louis off the scoreboard.
Despite the challenges, Gleason maintained a positive attitude. “3 hits?” he said with a laugh after the game. “Listen, I’d be happy with a 30-hitter, as long as it was a shutout.”
Gleason's exceptional outing underscores his strong season, as he now holds a 2-2 record with a 2.03 ERA. His performance today was a key factor in Chicago’s commanding win.