Baseball feats of the Eckfords and Sprague in 1862 63
James Wood recounts the Eckfords 144 straight wins across 1862 63 led by pitcher Joe Sprague a pioneer curveball innovator. He notes the lack of records for these feats before Chadwick’s 1864 system and contrasts with the Red Stockings later feats.
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Athletes announced for swims and tennis at national events
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Izzy” Isbell
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