Benders dominant pitching downs heavy Cubs in opener
In a low scoring clash, Bender held Chicago to a single five in eight innings as Philadelphia backed him with Baker’s clutch hitting. Baker rapped three hits including two doubles, driving in two runs and making pivotal plays as the Athletics beat the Cubs 4? to 0? in the first game of the series. The crowd numbered 26 891 with receipts over 37 424.50.
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Boston Still Has Record Attendance
Boston still holds the attendance record after a summer double header with Detroit did not surpass the prior mark. No new records were set by Philadelphia yesterday as the city remains the high water mark for paid admissions.
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Coombs and Brown Anchors Pitching for Tomorrow's Game
Philadelphia reports Coombs and Brown will be the pitching selections for Managers Mack and Chance tomorrow. The lineup is expected to mirror today’s arrangement with likely minor changes.
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Cubs Face Strong Detroit Infield As Backstop Ira Thomas Shines
In a tense opener the Cubs found Detroit’s infield formidable while Ira Thomas starred behind the plate. Thomas threw accurately to second base twice and halted Schulte on two plays, earning praise for his backstopping though he made a muff on a foul fly that allowed the Cubs to score their lone run. Overall’s performance faded, raising doubt about another turn.
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Chicago Cubs and Philadelphia Athletics Game Play by Play
Chicago and Philadelphia traded zero runs through tight early innings as Sheckard, Schulte, and Hofman produced outs and singles. Collins and Murphy then sparked late offense with a sequence of hits and steals before a 1 run tally, while Bundled outs and defensive plays dominated the rest of the frame.
Fifth Inning Tie Runs Versus Chance As Chicago Strikes Out
In a muted fifth inning both teams failed to score. Philadelphia pitcher Bender dominated Chicago, with multiple strikeouts and a few defensive plays by Chance and Zimmermann. Baker powered a two base hit for Philadelphia scoring Collins, yielding one run. Chicago managed brief threats but no further scoring before the half inning ended.
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Frantic Chicago Seat Requests For World Series
Chicago officials report the World Series seat demand nearly exhausted the reserved stock. Secretary McRoy of the American League notes all first game seats sold and only a few remain for games two and three. He recalls amusing letters with cigars and humorous appeals from fans across the country.
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Connie Mack's truthful pledge to strike until foe expires
The report asserts Connie Mack stated his team would press on against every armed foe. The passage cites his candid, no-nonsense characterization of his players as a steadfast, relentless squad in confrontations.
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Athletics Triumph as Bender Flashes Victory in World Series Opener
Philadelphia Oct 17 The Athletics defeated the Chicago Cubs in the opening game of the 1910 World Series on strong pitching by Chief Bender and sharp hitting led by Frank Baker. Baker Barry and Collins starred on defense with Bender’s curve and smoke ball overpowering Chicago. Ira Thomas and Eddie Collins contributed key plays and signals as the Mackmen seized early control and never relented.
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