The Baseball Times
August 2nd, 1891
Goodall Shines as Milwaukee Bucks Blank Baltimore Barons 8-0
The Milwaukee Bucks made quick work of the Baltimore Barons, cruising to an 8-0 victory at Barons Park. Herb Goodall took command on the mound, silencing Baltimore's offense with a stellar 4-hit shutout.
"This is what every pitcher wants to do when they go out there," Goodall said confidently after the game.
Despite a tough season that has seen him post 6 wins and 15 losses, Goodall's performance was a reminder of his potential. His ERA now stands at 4.83, and he hopes to build on this dominant outing as the season progresses.
John Ward’s 5-Hit Game Leads Philadelphia Stallions Past Washington Americans, 9-8
John Ward proved why contact hitting is key, delivering an outstanding 5-hit performance to help the Philadelphia Stallions edge out the Washington Americans 9-8 in a thrilling extra-inning affair at Washington Stadium.
Ward, the 32-year-old first baseman, showed his mastery at the plate, going 5-for-6. "They always said, just keep your eye on the ball, don't overswing, make contact, and you never know what will happen," Ward explained, crediting his coaches for instilling this approach.
Ward singled in the 1st, 5th, 7th, and 8th innings, capped off by a crucial double in the 10th to drive his team to victory. On the season, Ward has posted an impressive .339 batting average, a .401 on-base percentage, with 3 home runs and 37 RBIs, making him one of the Stallions' most reliable hitters.