Baker's homer turns tide for Athletics in tense win
Philadelphia leaped ahead as Baker hit a decisive two run homer off Marquard, lifting Eddie Plank's pitching and Collins's fielding to secure a victory over the Giants at Shibe Park. McGraw's men faltered with errors as Marquard labored in six innings.
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Plank Finally Gets Chance in Third World Series Fight
The third world series allotted Plank a chance to pitch against the Cubs after prior misfortunes against the Giants in 1905 and the Athletics needed new hands. Baker and Collins, both correcting Saturday errors, created the pivotal sixth inning that framed today's heated contest and the chance to avenge earlier setbacks.
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Players to Share $65 000 After First Two Games
The National Commission announced today that attendance was 26 286 with receipts of $42 962.50 for the game. Of the total, $4 296.25 goes to the commission, $23 199.75 to players and $15 466.50 to clubs. The article lists two game totals.
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First Inning Recap From Devore to Marquard
Baseball chase details the first inning with no runs in the opening frame as Devore and Oldring execute a run scoring sequence for the Giants. Marquard settles, Merkle and Herzog contribute, Collins hits a homer as Baker also drives in runs.
One Ball Lost for the Giants
Star pitcher Christy Mathewson analyzes the Philadelphia game loss. He blames a single sixth inning fast ball to Frank Baker that sailed over the right field fence, tipped by Collins, and notes signals and sign schemes influenced the outcome. He hints at a future plan to counter signs and observes Baker’s readiness for fast balls.
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Athletics Use Wet Field Tactics Amid Tight Series
A dispatch notes the Athletics soaked bases to slow opponents, suggesting fear of rival base runners and a weak catching crew. Plank pitched well. Meyers homered after a inside pitch, and the teams remain evenly matched with low hitting totals.
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Plank and Giants Hold Nineteenth Inning Tie
In a scoreless ninth, Plank retired Doyle on a foul, Snodgrass struck out, and Murray ended the game with a grounder to Davis. No runs, no hits, and none left.
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