July 4th 1886 Update
Washington Nationals Update: Washington is riding on a six game winning streak and have opened up a 3 game lead over Philadelphia. John Clarkson (17-7, 1.92 era) picked up
his very first No Hitter. Second year player Mike Tiernan (.303, 2 HR, 39 RBIs) is now our top hitter followed closely by Hardy Richardson (.296, 4 HR, 28 RBIs).
League News: New York and Pittsburgh are almost neck and neck in the National League. Jimmy Ryan (Boston Beaneaters) and Frank Fennelly (Detroit) are leading in HRs, with 10
and 9. James Burke (New York Giants) is the Leagues top winner with 22 wins, with Tommy Bond (Pittsburgh) not far behind with 21.