Nap Rucker Faces Braves as Dodgers Rally for Win
Nap Rucker holds Boston to two hits over eight innings while Brooklyn’s offense explodes late. Hummel, Maranville and Connolly spark a three-run sixth and stretch the lead, and Brooklyn outs the Braves 7 to 2 as Rucker falters in the ninth.
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Freshmen Beat Brookline in 6 1 Victory at Soldiers Field
The Harvard freshmen baseball team defeated Brookline High 6 to 1 on Soldiers Field yesterday afternoon.
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Chicago and Cincinnati Battle to a Tie in Nine Innings
Chicago and Cincinnati battled to a late tied finish as five runs came in the ninth inning and the game stretched past five oclock to complete. Cincinnati plated runs in the seventh eighth and ninth while Chicago matched with late scoring to end all square.
Mathewson Dominates as New York Tops Philadelphia 3 1
Christy Mathewson delivered superb pitching for New York, allowing only two hits in the first two innings and none after the fourth. The Mets defeated Philadelphia 3 to 1, matching the home victory for one of the three greater New York teams. Merkle hit a solo homer in the eighth, while Brennan started for Philadelphia and was pulled early.
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Lobert
Fines Jack Johnson in Smuggling Case in Chicago
In Chicago on April 23, Jack Johnson was fined $1000 by Judge Carpenter after dropping smuggling charges. He pleaded nolo contendere to concealing possession of a $2000 necklace. the necklace was forfeited to the government and will likely be sold. Johnson still faces trial on Mann Act charges. The necklace had been brought into the U S during a European tour with his first wife.
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Keating Shuts Out Mack's 4–0 on April 2
Ray Keating pitched a complete game allowing only three hits as New York defeated Philadelphia 4 to 0. Philadelphia failed to advance a runner past second base, with two infield hits in the first inning and a Murphy single in the eighth. New York had hits in every inning except the first and scored in the second, sixth, and ninth on a sequence of plays including Cree and Chance, Midkiff, and a Cottrell score for Wolter.
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Henricksen
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Falkenberg Wins In Tall Pitchers Fight
Cleveland defeated St. Louis 6 to 2 as Weilman and Falkenberg, the league’s two tallest pitchers, faced off. Jackson and Graney provided timely batting while Lajoie’s fielding drew cheers. Charley Chapman contributed errors that led to both St. Louis runs. The score stood 6 to 2.
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Johnson Holds Red Sox to Zero Score
Walter Johnson dominates Boston in a 6 to 0 victory for Washington. The Hall of Fame pitcher allows only two hits while striking out seven, with Boston’s efforts stifled by stellar defense and timely plays. Washington builds three runs in the second inning and adds three more across the seventh and eighth.
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Chicago Wins In Pitchers Battle To Take Series
Chicago defeated Detroit 2 to 1 in the final game as White bested Hall. Borton led with four plate appearances, two doubles and a single while Joe Wood returned to action after a thumb splint. Washington and Boston players contributed with key hits as the game featured solid defense and a late Detroit rally thwarted by a double play.
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Dartmouth Easy Victory Over Colby in Seven Inning Game
Dartmouth defeats Colby 11 to 1 in Hanover. Pitcher Hallett allows one hit through seven innings while Dartmouth bats rally behind punctual hits from Sullivan and strong fielding to overpower Colby.
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Melrose Storms Past Malden 6-2 in Suburban League
Melrose High School surprised Malden with a 6 to 2 win at Malden Athletic Field. Ross pitched well for Melrose with strong infield support as Fors allowed four runs in the third inning.
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Lawrence Leads Harvard Second In Tri-State Showdown
Lawrence defeated Harvard Second 14 to 9 in a Tri-State match as Wilmington shaded Pennsylvania 5 to 0. The pairing showcased close competition with Lawrence pulling ahead early and Harvard Second contesting every drive.
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