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Nick Soulis · 09-05-2022, 08:56 AM

The Chronicle
May 1873
Edition 3.4

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McVey Ties League Record Hitting Streak
Catches Higham Mark Of 36 Games

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A long hitting streak takes immense concentration, pure hitting skill, and even some odd luck. In the third professional season we have seen some excellent hitters put together streaks that have caught the attention of the masses. In 1871 Philadelphia star Dick Higham hit in 36 straight games and set a lofty standard. Just two years later the record has been equaled.

Cal McVey has been one of the players determined to get his team and himself to the 1871 form the Mutuals of New York had. The 23 year old catcher is leading the league with a .451 average so far and has done it day in and day out. Mcvey in fact hasnt quit hitting in 36 consecutive games and looking for much more. He is well aware of the mark and says to want to establish a new mark that will set the standard for years to come. His next game to break the record will be on June the 1st at home against the Baltimore Canaries.

"Why not a nice round number like 50?" says McVey with a smile. The Mutuals are currently in second place with a 7-4 mark.

Elizabeth Looks Charming
New City See's Club With Best Record

The decision to move from Cleveland to Elizabeth this offseason was one of the most interesting the game could have expected. The club lead by manager Bob Fergusen was sent to be disillusioned by the support in the rugged Ohio city and looked for a more relaxed setting which they found in New Jersey.

Thus far the new season and the first two months could not have started much better. With the defending champion Atheltics struggling near the bottom of the table, the Resolutes have won 11 of 15 games and sit tops with hope for a pennant. Maybe the most influential player on the team even beyond their start Levi Meyerle is the teams pitcher. George Zettlein has come to be known as "The Charmer" around the league both for his personality but also for his ability to fool hitters with his pitches. The Charmer is 5-2 this season with a 2.69 ERA and seven strikeouts.

It has been a nice turnaround for Zettlein who started his career in 1871 with a difficult run losing 17 games with a 4.47 ERA. The right hander improved last season turning those losses into 17 wins and seems to be right back on the same track this season. Bill Stearns has also taken the load off Zettlein as the club has gone with a two man rotation, a tactic that much of the league is still split on. The 28 year old Charmer is a great influence on the team and has an excellent relationship with his manager who just happens to be one of the very best defenders in the league.

Will it be a fairytale season in Elizabeth? Many dreams that are made in May seem to quickly fade away by September.

09-05-2022, 08:56 AM	#33
Nick Soulis Hall Of Famer Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 4,394	The Chronicle May 1873 Edition 3.4 McVey Ties League Record Hitting Streak Catches Higham Mark Of 36 Games A long hitting streak takes immense concentration, pure hitting skill, and even some odd luck. In the third professional season we have seen some excellent hitters put together streaks that have caught the attention of the masses. In 1871 Philadelphia star Dick Higham hit in 36 straight games and set a lofty standard. Just two years later the record has been equaled. Cal McVey has been one of the players determined to get his team and himself to the 1871 form the Mutuals of New York had. The 23 year old catcher is leading the league with a .451 average so far and has done it day in and day out. Mcvey in fact hasnt quit hitting in 36 consecutive games and looking for much more. He is well aware of the mark and says to want to establish a new mark that will set the standard for years to come. His next game to break the record will be on June the 1st at home against the Baltimore Canaries. "Why not a nice round number like 50?" says McVey with a smile. The Mutuals are currently in second place with a 7-4 mark. Elizabeth Looks Charming New City See's Club With Best Record The decision to move from Cleveland to Elizabeth this offseason was one of the most interesting the game could have expected. The club lead by manager Bob Fergusen was sent to be disillusioned by the support in the rugged Ohio city and looked for a more relaxed setting which they found in New Jersey. Thus far the new season and the first two months could not have started much better. With the defending champion Atheltics struggling near the bottom of the table, the Resolutes have won 11 of 15 games and sit tops with hope for a pennant. Maybe the most influential player on the team even beyond their start Levi Meyerle is the teams pitcher. George Zettlein has come to be known as "The Charmer" around the league both for his personality but also for his ability to fool hitters with his pitches. The Charmer is 5-2 this season with a 2.69 ERA and seven strikeouts. It has been a nice turnaround for Zettlein who started his career in 1871 with a difficult run losing 17 games with a 4.47 ERA. The right hander improved last season turning those losses into 17 wins and seems to be right back on the same track this season. Bill Stearns has also taken the load off Zettlein as the club has gone with a two man rotation, a tactic that much of the league is still split on. The 28 year old Charmer is a great influence on the team and has an excellent relationship with his manager who just happens to be one of the very best defenders in the league. Will it be a fairytale season in Elizabeth? Many dreams that are made in May seem to quickly fade away by September.