Sox Break Spell Win Both Games
The Boston Red Sox end a losing streak with two hard fought victories over the St. Louis Browns. Perrine’s umpiring sparks fan unrest while Lerchen shines in major league debut as Hall clinches the second game with a ninth inning three bagger and a run scoring on Petty’s miscue. Bradley, Purtell, Speaker and Wagner contribute key hits in a high tension doubleheader.
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Speaker Jeered For Hitting Slump In Major League Ball
Louis report notes Tris Speaker was jeered by fans for four strikeouts in three games marking a notable hitting slump after two years of mostly strong batting. The article comments on the Texan outfielder’s recent struggle and public reaction.
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Connie Mack Seeks St Louis Pitchers
Connie Mack pressed Cleveland to buy Browns pitchers Petty and Powell for 20000 each but was told the price was firm. Mack worries about his own pitching staff and spoke with President Hedges by long distance call.
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Cobb's Home Run Secures Detroit Victory Over Senators
Ty Cobb hit a sixth inning home run with Delahanty on first to seal Detroit's win over Washington. Willett was effective for Detroit, while Walker kept Washington to five hits. Cobb Crawford and Elberfeld starred. Detroit left six on base, Washington four. Time 1 hour 35 minutes. Umpires Kerin and Connolly.
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Cy Young on the art of managing ball clubs
Cy Young discusses management in major league baseball. He argues leadership and the ability to motivate players trump pure “inside baseball” knowledge, citing Jennings as a fighting, relentless manager who inspires teams to win. He notes Detroit’s success comes from such managers.
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Yankees and White Sox Split Doubleheader in Chicago
In Gricago Aug 14 New York and Chicago split a twin bill. The Yankees won 4 to 1 in the opener as Hughes endured 15 hits. In the second game Stallings’ White Sox prevailed 5 to 1, Walsh allowing trouble in the fifth inning with five singles and five walks aiding five runs.
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Waivers Sought On Frank Arellanes By Boston Club
In St Louis on August 14 the Boston club planned to request waivers on Frank Arellanes after his lack of success. If waived he would be sent to Sacramento and two Red Sox pitchers tied to that club would be recalled.
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Poor Week for Batting Marks
A broad decline in batting hit the Red Sox with only Wagner and Kleinow showing minor gains. Doves and Pirates improved or held steady in spots while several Boston hitters dropped out of the top league leaders as opponents’ teams feuded for the lead. Knight falls, Melean and Murphy rise in the new chart positions.
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Regulars Drop in Batting Losses as Karger Leads
The regulars fell steadily with Karger posting 12 batting losses, Speaker and Stahl 10 each, Garner 7, Smith 6, Hooper 5, Lewis 4, Carrigan 3, Engle 2. Wagner shows signs of possessing the right attributes for a
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Baseball Standings Highlight Cobb Slump and Snodgrass Rise
In the American League Ty Cobb slips to .369 from .378 as Tris Speaker drops 10 points and Lajoie gains 10 on Cobb. In the National League New York’s Snodgrass surges from .383 to .590, a seven point gain. Other leaders include Crawford, Stahl, Konetehy, Steinfeldt, Leach, Gates and Mitchell with steals by Bates.
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Dozen Leading Run Getters in Major Leagues
National and American leaders by runs include Bush of Detroit with 77, Byrné of Pittsburg 70, Cobb of Detroit 76, Bescher of Cincinnati 66, Speaker of Boston 63, Wagner of Pittsburg 65, Warner of New York 62, Magee of Philadelphia 64, Milan of Washington 60, Truggins of St. Louis 60, Baker of Philadelphia 59, Devore of New York 58, Oldring of Philadelphia 57, Doyle of New York 38, Lajoie of Cleveland 56, Hofman of Chicago 56, Dooper of Boston 56, Hoblitzell of Cincinnati 52, Collins of Philadelphia 56, Ellis of St. Louis 51, Delehanty of Detroit 50, Bates of Philadelphia 50, Crawford of Detroit 49, Mitchell of Cincinnati 50.
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