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Nick Soulis · 07-08-2022, 01:31 PM

The Chronicle
Edition 2.3

The league will be expanding its schedule from 32 games to 60.

National League Preview

Middletown Mansfields
Manager: Charlie Pabor
1871 Record: 13-19
Preseason Prediction: 32-28

A difficult season for what were the Chicago Whites on so many levels. None bigger then the devastation of the great fire in the city that forces a relocation. Chicago was listless on the field last year and pitcher Al Pratt took much of the blame as his performances were less then confident. The team looks for the maturity of Cap Anson to show as he moves to third base and become a leader. A 16 year old catcher, Paul Hines, will be greatly tested at this level while Ed Pinkman remains a steady bat. Chicago expects immediate improvement.

Brooklyn Atlantics
Manager: Bill Lennon
1871 Record: 17-15
Preseason Prediction: 30-30

The legendary Atlantics team joins the league supposedly unhappy that the Mutuals took the pennant. Davy Force is being predicted by many to be among the batting leaders while Fred Treacey has everyone wondering how many home runs he can hit. Ham Allen is the new rookie at short and Cherokee Fisher will need to be better as the team ace. Brooklyn's mission will be to win back New York.

Troy Haymakers
Manager: Lip Pike
1871 Record: 19-13
Preseason Prediction: 29-31

Coming up just a little short in their pennant fight last season, Lip Pike and his men are poised for a new season. Pike and Jimmy Wood make one of the smartest batting duos of any club with Gat Stires still a big swinger. New hope comes out in new arm Cy Bentley who is young but will be expected to carry the load in his first season with no one to back him up after the departure of Asa Brainard, Many are saying under their breath that the Haymakers will not be as good.

Baltimore Canaries
Manager: Vacant
1871 Record: 17-15
Preseason predictions: 28-32

From the farmland of Rockford to the big city of Baltimore, the surge of enthusiasm hopes to lead the Canaries towards a pennant. Rookie Jim O"Rourke is expected to lead the team, but like so many other stars, his age is an issue. Rynie Wolters at pitcher has also been a concern, and he will need to provide more quality if this team is to get over the hump. John Radcliff and Chick Fulmer also look to have better seasons.

New York Mutuals
Manager:Joe Lemmens
1871 Record: 20-12
Preseason Prediciton: 28-32

The surge at the end of the season to capture the pennant should be the lasting memory for the Mutuals who were overwhelmed in the World Series. The biggest change will that top pitcher John McMullin will be making a transition to the outfield. Candy Cummings the rookie will look to fill the big shoes to fill. Cal McVey is also moving to the outfield from catcher while Dave Eggler remains a star in center. If Cummings can produce, New York should be right back in the mix.

Washington Nationals
Manager: Angelo Wynn
Preseason Prediction: 23-37

The new look club will make its debut with most of its hope on their pitcher Asa Brainard who has alot to prove after a subpar season. The remiander of the roster is of course made up from cast aways like Pony Sager and Jack Remsen. It will be an uphill fight for the Nats, especially when one needs to share a city with the champions.

07-08-2022, 01:31 PM	#17
Nick Soulis Hall Of Famer Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 4,113 Blog Entries: 2	The Chronicle Edition 2.3 The league will be expanding its schedule from 32 games to 60. National League Preview Middletown Mansfields Manager: Charlie Pabor 1871 Record: 13-19 Preseason Prediction: 32-28 A difficult season for what were the Chicago Whites on so many levels. None bigger then the devastation of the great fire in the city that forces a relocation. Chicago was listless on the field last year and pitcher Al Pratt took much of the blame as his performances were less then confident. The team looks for the maturity of Cap Anson to show as he moves to third base and become a leader. A 16 year old catcher, Paul Hines, will be greatly tested at this level while Ed Pinkman remains a steady bat. Chicago expects immediate improvement. Brooklyn Atlantics Manager: Bill Lennon 1871 Record: 17-15 Preseason Prediction: 30-30 The legendary Atlantics team joins the league supposedly unhappy that the Mutuals took the pennant. Davy Force is being predicted by many to be among the batting leaders while Fred Treacey has everyone wondering how many home runs he can hit. Ham Allen is the new rookie at short and Cherokee Fisher will need to be better as the team ace. Brooklyn's mission will be to win back New York. Troy Haymakers Manager: Lip Pike 1871 Record: 19-13 Preseason Prediction: 29-31 Coming up just a little short in their pennant fight last season, Lip Pike and his men are poised for a new season. Pike and Jimmy Wood make one of the smartest batting duos of any club with Gat Stires still a big swinger. New hope comes out in new arm Cy Bentley who is young but will be expected to carry the load in his first season with no one to back him up after the departure of Asa Brainard, Many are saying under their breath that the Haymakers will not be as good. Baltimore Canaries Manager: Vacant 1871 Record: 17-15 Preseason predictions: 28-32 From the farmland of Rockford to the big city of Baltimore, the surge of enthusiasm hopes to lead the Canaries towards a pennant. Rookie Jim O"Rourke is expected to lead the team, but like so many other stars, his age is an issue. Rynie Wolters at pitcher has also been a concern, and he will need to provide more quality if this team is to get over the hump. John Radcliff and Chick Fulmer also look to have better seasons. New York Mutuals Manager:Joe Lemmens 1871 Record: 20-12 Preseason Prediciton: 28-32 The surge at the end of the season to capture the pennant should be the lasting memory for the Mutuals who were overwhelmed in the World Series. The biggest change will that top pitcher John McMullin will be making a transition to the outfield. Candy Cummings the rookie will look to fill the big shoes to fill. Cal McVey is also moving to the outfield from catcher while Dave Eggler remains a star in center. If Cummings can produce, New York should be right back in the mix. Washington Nationals Manager: Angelo Wynn Preseason Prediction: 23-37 The new look club will make its debut with most of its hope on their pitcher Asa Brainard who has alot to prove after a subpar season. The remiander of the roster is of course made up from cast aways like Pony Sager and Jack Remsen. It will be an uphill fight for the Nats, especially when one needs to share a city with the champions. Last edited by Nick Soulis; 07-08-2022 at 02:31 PM.