1890 Philadelphia Phillies Season
The 1890 Philadelphia Phillies season was a season in Major League Baseball. The Phillies finished third in the National League. Regular season Season standings Record vs. opponents Roster Player stats Batting Starters by position ''Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg. = Batting average; 2B = Doubles; 3B = Triples; HR = Home runs; RBI = Runs batted in; SB = Stolen bases; BB = Walks; K = Strikeouts'' Other batters ''Note: G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg. = Batting average; 2B = Doubles; 3B = Triples; HR = Home runs; RBI = Runs batted in; SB = Stolen bases; BB = Walks; K = Strikeouts'' Pitching Starting pitchers ''Note: G = Games pitched; IP = Innings pitched; H = Hits; W = Wins; L = Losses; ERA = Earned run average; BB = Walks; SO = Strikeouts'' Other pitchers ''Note: G = Games pitched; IP = Innings pitched; H = Hits; W = Wins; L = Losses; ERA = Earned run average; BB = Walks; SO = Strikeouts'' Refe ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Baker Bowl
National League Park, commonly referred to as the Baker Bowl after 1923, was a baseball stadium and home to the Philadelphia Phillies from 1887 until 1938, and first home field of the Philadelphia Eagles from 1933 to 1935. It opened in 1887 with a capacity of 12,500, burned down in 1894, and was rebuilt in 1895 as the first ballpark constructed primarily of steel and brick, and first with a cantilevered upper deck. The ballpark's first base line ran parallel to Huntingdon Street; right field to center field parallel to Broad Street (Philadelphia), North Broad Street; center field to left field parallel to Lehigh Avenue; and the third base line parallel to 15th Street. The stadium was demolished in 1950. 1887 construction and 1894 fire The Phillies had played at Recreation Park (Philadelphia), Recreation Park since their first season in 1883. Phillies owners Al Reach and John Rogers (baseball), John Rogers built the new National League Park at a cost of $80,000 with a capacity of 1 ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Phenomenal Smith
John Francis "Phenomenal" Smith (December 12, 1864 – April 3, 1952), born as John Francis Gammon, was an American professional baseball player and player-manager from 1884 to 1905. He played eight seasons in Major League Baseball, principally as a pitcher, for six different clubs. In his eight seasons in the major leagues, Smith appeared as a pitcher in 140 games and compiled a 54–74 (.422) win–loss record with a 3.89 earned run average (ERA) and 519 strikeouts. He saw his most extensive playing time with the Baltimore Orioles of the American Association, compiling a 41–50 win–loss record during the 1887 and 1888 seasons. Smith later served as a player-manager in the minor leagues from the early 1890s through 1905. He was credited with discovering Christy Mathewson in 1899 and developing him into an outstanding pitcher during the 1900 season. Early years Smith was born in Manayunk, now a neighborhood in northwest Philadelphia, in 1864. Professional baseball pla ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Philadelphia Phillies Seasons
This is a list of seasons completed by the Philadelphia Phillies, originally known as the Philadelphia Quakers, a professional baseball franchise based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Philadelphia Phillies have completed 131 seasons in Major League Baseball since their inception in 1883. As of the conclusion of the 2021 season, the Phillies have played in 21,047 regular season games, with a record of 9,935-11,112 (.472). They also have a combined record of 49–55 (.471) in post-season play. This list documents the season-by-season records of the Phillies’ franchise including their year as the “Quakers” and the years where they shared the names “Quakers” and “Phillies.” The team was formed in the National League after the dissolution of the Worcester baseball franchise at the end of 1882, though there is no additional connection between the teams. At times, the Phillies’ search for success has been seen as an exercise in futility, because of their long s ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Sam Thompson
Samuel Luther "Big Sam" Thompson (March 5, 1860 – November 7, 1922) was an American professional baseball player from 1884 to 1898 and with a brief comeback in 1906. At , the Indiana native was one of the larger players of his day and was known for his prominent handlebar mustache. He played as a right fielder in Major League Baseball for the Detroit Wolverines (1885–1888), Philadelphia Phillies (1889–1898) and Detroit Tigers (1906). He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1974. Thompson had a .331 career batting average and was one of the most prolific run producers in baseball history. His career run batted in (RBI) to games played ratio of .923 (1,305 RBIs in 1,410 games) remains the highest in major league history. In 1895, Thompson averaged 1.44 RBIs per game, and his 166 RBIs in 1887 (in only 127 games) remained the major league record until 1921 when Babe Ruth collected 168 (albeit in 152 games). Thompson still holds the major league record for most RBIs in ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Billy Sunday
William Ashley "Billy" Sunday (November 19, 1862 – November 6, 1935) was an American outfielder in baseball's National League and widely considered the most influential American evangelist during the first two decades of the 20th century. Born into poverty in Iowa, Sunday spent some years at the Iowa Soldiers' Orphans' Home before working at odd jobs and playing for local running and baseball teams. His speed and agility provided him the opportunity to play baseball in the major leagues for eight years, where he was an average hitter and a good fielder known for his base-running. Converting to evangelical Christianity in the 1880s, Sunday left baseball for the Christian ministry. He gradually developed his skills as a pulpit evangelist in the Midwest and then, during the early 20th century, he became the nation's most famous evangelist with his colloquial sermons and frenetic delivery. Sunday held widely reported campaigns in America's largest cities, and he attracted the l ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Billy Hamilton (baseball, Born 1866)
William Robert Hamilton (February 16, 1866 – December 15, 1940), nicknamed Sliding Billy, was an American professional baseball player in Major League Baseball (MLB) during the 19th-century. He played for the Kansas City Cowboys, Philadelphia Phillies and Boston Beaneaters between 1888 and 1901. Hamilton won the National League (NL) batting title twice and led the NL in stolen bases five times, eclipsing 100 on four occasions. He hit over .400 in 1894 and set the major league record for runs scored in a season with 198. His 914 stolen bases ranks third all time. A career .344 hitter, he was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1961 via the Veterans Committee. Early life Hamilton was born on February 16, 1866 in Newark, New Jersey. His parents, Samuel and Mary Hamilton, had emigrated to New Jersey from Ireland. According to biographer Roy Kerr, there is evidence to suggest Hamilton was descended from the Ulster Scots people. (As an adult, Hamilton was known to proud ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Bill Gray (baseball)
William Tolan Gray (April 5, 1871 – December 8, 1932), also spelled Bill Grey, was an American third baseman and utility player in Major League Baseball between 1890 and 1898. He played two seasons each with the Philadelphia Phillies and the Cincinnati Reds, and was the starter at third base for the Pittsburgh Pirates during his final season in the major leagues. He was officially listed as standing and weighing . Early life William Gray was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on April 5, 1871. Baseball career Philadelphia Phillies: 1890–1891 Gray began his career at age 19 as a utility player for the Philadelphia Phillies of the National League. He appeared in 34 games in 1890—his first season with the team—amassing a .242 batting average in his debut season, the same as his career average. During the year, he scored 20 runs and batted in 21. At the plate, he hit eight doubles and four triples, and stole five bases during the year. In the field, Gr ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Eddie Burke (baseball)
Edward D. Burke (October 6, 1866 – November 26, 1907) was a Major League Baseball outfielder. He played all or part of eight seasons, from until . During that time, he played for five teams: the Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Alleghenys, Milwaukee Brewers, Cincinnati Reds, and New York Giants. In 1890, Burke was traded in midseason along with pitcher Bill Day for Billy Sunday. This is the only recorded time the famed evangelist was traded during his baseball career. In 855 games over eight seasons, Burke posted a .280 batting average (983-for-3516) with 747 runs, 30 home runs, 413 RBIs, 293 stolen bases and 319 bases on balls. See also * List of Major League Baseball career stolen bases leaders In baseball statistics, a stolen base is credited to a baserunner when he successfully advances to the next base while the pitcher is throwing the ball to home plate. Under Rule 7.01 of Major League Baseball's (MLB) Official Rules, a runner acqu ... Sources 1866 births ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Al Myers
James Albert Myers (October 22, 1863 – December 24, 1927), was a Major League Baseball second baseman from -. Known as "Cod" Myers, he owned the Health Office Saloon and built an apartment house in Terre Haute, Indiana. Myers's daughter, Ernestine Myers, pursued a successful career in professional dance. He played for the Milwaukee Brewers, Philadelphia Quakers/Phillies, Kansas City Cowboys, and Washington Nationals The Washington Nationals are an American professional baseball team based in Washington, D.C.. They compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member of the National League (NL) East division. From 2005 to 2007, the team played in RFK Stadiu .... External links *Baseball almanac page on Myers 1863 births 1927 deaths Major League Baseball infielders Baseball players from Illinois Milwaukee Brewers (UA) players Philadelphia Quakers players Kansas City Cowboys (NL) players Washington Nationals (1886–1889) players Philadelphia Phillies players 19t ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Frank Motz
Frank H. Motz (October 1, 1869 – March 18, 1944), was an American third baseman in Major League Baseball for the Philadelphia Phillies The Philadelphia Phillies are an American professional baseball team based in Philadelphia. They compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member of the National League (NL) National League East, East division. Since 2004, the team's home sta .... External links 1869 births 1944 deaths Major League Baseball first basemen Baseball players from Pennsylvania 19th-century baseball players Philadelphia Phillies players Akron Acorns players Fort Worth Panthers players Akron Akrons players Portland Gladiators players Atlanta Firecrackers players St. Paul Saints (Western League) players Atlanta Windjammers players Indianapolis Hoosiers (minor league) players {{US-baseball-first-baseman-stub ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Al McCauley
Allen A. McCauley (March 4, 1863– August 24, 1917), was an American first baseman and pitcher in Major League Baseball Major League Baseball (MLB) is a professional baseball organization and the oldest major professional sports league in the world. MLB is composed of 30 total teams, divided equally between the National League (NL) and the American League (AL), ... for three seasons, 1884, 1890 and 1891. He played in the minor leagues between 1884 and 1890 and afterwards from 1892–1897, primarily in the Western League. External links 1863 births 1917 deaths Major League Baseball pitchers Baseball players from Indiana 19th-century baseball players Indianapolis Hoosiers (AA) players Philadelphia Phillies players Washington Statesmen players Portsmouth Riversides players Bridgeport Giants players St. Paul Saints (Northwestern League) players Davenport Onion Weeders players Peoria Canaries players Omaha Lambs players Los Angeles Seraphs players Los Angeles ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Ed Mayer (third Baseman)
Edward H. Mayer (August 16, 1865 – May 15, 1946), was an American third baseman in Major League Baseball for the Philadelphia Phillies. Biography Mayer was born in Marshall, Illinois, and played for the Philadelphia Phillies from 1890 to 1891. He died in Chicago, Illinois (''City in a Garden''); I Will , image_map = , map_caption = Interactive Map of Chicago , coordinates = , coordinates_footnotes = , subdivision_type = Country , subdivision_name ... in 1946, and is interred in Mount Carmel Cemetery in Chicago. References External links 1865 births 1946 deaths Major League Baseball third basemen Baseball players from Illinois 19th-century baseball players Philadelphia Phillies players Eau Claire Lumbermen players Danville Browns players Omaha Omahogs players Omaha Lambs players Davenport Onion Weeders players Burlington Babies players Kansas City Cowboys (minor league) players {{ ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |