June 6th 1886 Update
Washington Nationals Update: We climbed into First Place, thanks to our two series sweeps of New York and taking 3 of 6 from Philadelphia. John Clarkson (13-5, 1.81 era) and
Ice Box Chamberlin (12-6, 2.42 era) are pulling the weight. Hardy Richardson (.297, 3 HR, 21 RBIs) and Mike Tiernan (.290, 2 HR, 21 RBIs). There are some surprises, Germany
Smith leads the club in RBIs with 31 despite batting .236. And pitcher John Clarkson has 3HRs.
League News: Shadow Pyle (New York, 3-2, 3.47 era) tosses a no hitter on May 31st. The New York Giants still have a four game lead over Pittsburgh despite not playing the best.
Jimmy Ryan (Boston Beaneaters) keeps piling on the home runs, he has 8 now. Dan Brouthers (Chicago White Stockings) is the combined batting leader with .379.