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SPORTING TIMES — September 25th, 1913
By Arthur H. Leland
Superbas’ Streak Ends at Ten Despite Gallant Effort from Alexander
The Brooklyn Superbas saw their fine ten-game winning streak brought to a halt this afternoon, falling 5–2 at home to the New York Giants. While the defeat trimmed their record to 91–55, there was little concern among the Brooklyn faithful, as the club has already secured the National League pennant beyond dispute.
The afternoon belonged largely to the Giants’ bats, though Grover Cleveland Alexander battled gamely for the Superbas. The sturdy right-hander went eight full innings, surrendering 10 hits and 4 earned runs, laboring through a trying contest in which fortune and support were both in short supply. His season ledger now stands at 25 victories against 13 defeats, with a 3.04 earned run average, figures that speak strongly of his value to the pennant-winning nine.
Brooklyn’s offense could not find its usual rhythm, managing just five hits over the course of the game, leaving Alexander with little margin for error.
After the contest, Alexander remained composed. “I gave them all I had today,” he said. “Some days the ball doesn’t fall your way, but the important thing is what this club has already accomplished.”
Manager Ned Hanlon echoed that sentiment. “We’ve had a fine run, and one loss doesn’t dim what this club has done,” he remarked. “Alexander battled hard, and this team has earned the right to hold its head high.”
Though the streak has ended, the Superbas remain firmly atop the National League, their championship already secured as the season winds toward its close.
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