Passing Up Falkenberg Costs Cleveland Pennant Hope
Frank G Menke argues that Cleveland Naps owner Charles Somers passed up a $150 to $1000 raise for pitcher Falkenberg, costing 1913 pennant chances and up to $250,000 in profits as Falkenberg could have won ten more games. The piece notes Falkenberg’s leap to the Federal League and the broader impact on attendance and league standing.
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Frank G. Menke
New York
Cleveland
Charles Ww. Somers
Gesgon
Naps
Ike
Falkenberg
Feds
Hia
Somers
Federal League
Clevélanders
Greak
Birmingham
Falkenders
Wurthermers
Neps
Af Falkenbergs
Ihene
Leagvejeading
Biz Ieague
Obio City
Ten
Flo
Giant Goat Named Final Go-To in Giants Series Hype
A noisy debate over the series goat centers on Dave Robertson of the New York Giants as fans weigh last season’s Southern League sensation against the World Series jinx. Robertson’s early form and McGraw’s confidence fuel speculation he may become the symbolic goat for the team in 1924.
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Giants
Aeasup
Merkle
Ahedgrass
Dave Robertson
Luszing
Robertson
McGraw
Caner
Pitts
B. Cobh
Miler
Beacher
Mike Cincinnati
Haces
Ray
Pirates
Botton
Lobert
The
Philies
Jemnings
Mack
A. Sinwitg
McGrew
McGerawe
Markin
Hepkég
Doyle
Shafer
Fietcher
Murray
Devore
Bane Bae
Glomuis
Markie
Evers
Barry Niles
Niles
Danzig
Wiles
Dansig
Boston Red Sox
Untitled discussion on baseball base running and injuries
A fragmented recount discusses base stealing in baseball, noting risks from sliding and blocking attempts. It highlights that injuries are relatively few, with cases of rolled ankles and sprains among players. The piece reflects on runner and fielder interactions and impact on play.
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Njutsa
Seacon
alMing
Srakédine
Coilston
Base stealing and daring on the diamond of baseball
The piece celebrates aggressive base running and stealing as a thrilling aspect of the game. It highlights stars like Ty Cobb as a master of speed and cunning, noting how runners risk tag plays and slides to advance. It also praises skillful baserunning as essential to team success and fan excitement.
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Bleate
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Myore
Rouse
Bromalet
Aker
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Conk
Che
Lary
Schalk
Guumore
Shy ‘Viet
Esmoina
Gada
Bos
San Bat
Soveienei
Lonert
Moketinio
Tad
Gatriarity
Detroit
Beaune
Elie
Boraling
West Johnston
Gta
Htangol
Bel
Roar Ste
Sone Ne
Bea
Hodis
Bey
Dolan
Ry Et Kavanaugh
Potts
Weaver
Quinn
Hartsall
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Rumer Davia
Maxwals
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Ty Hang
Ghewkey
Atlas ‘Bae
Hunter
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Covelakie
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Watson
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Mers
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Rkoer
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Cooper
E ‘Barger
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Bnpowalbfe
Burt Signee
Ceotte
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Headsmaow
Gledsom
Hotehicon
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Barshai
Steger
Randy
Adame Pe
Doolat
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Satthy
Bait
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Bobby Wannes
Eary
Estol
Corttalas
Sliven
Merkle and Anderson Fame through Fateful Baseball Blunders
The article recalls John Anderson and Fred Merkle whose infamous base running miscues left lasting marks on baseball history. It details Anderson’s early New York days and Merkle's 1908 World Series misplay, plus the lingering term “Merkled” in the dictionary. It also notes related incidents, debates on plate collisions, and the broader impact on the sport’s memory.
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John Anderson
Gat
Anderson
Washington
Adl
Anderson Jsn
Parsons
Hinky Dink
Merkle
Beck
New York
Merkie
Kemgon
Stoke
John Byers
Cubs
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