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Game 72: Washington Senators vs. Boston Americans
While the starting pitcher continues to impress, it is the Boston defense that is struggling right now. In this game, the defense committed 5 errors and directly resulted in the Washington Senators (31-41) topping the Boston Americans (53-19) by a score of 4 to 3.
Frank Kitson (2-1) picked up the win after limiting the opposition to 3 runs (2 earned) on 10 hits for a Game Score of 61. Jesse Tannehill took the hard-luck loss after surrendering 4 runs (0 earned) on 5 hits, 2 walks, 3 hit batsmen, and 1 wild pitch; Game Score of 68.
The Senators were limited to 5 hits on the day, with Cy Seymour (2 for 3, 1 RBI) and Jack Doyle (1 for 4, Double, 1 RBI) making solid contributions. For the Americans, Kid Elberfeld (2 for 4, 1 RBI), Fred Clarke (2 for 4, 1 Run), and Chick Stahl (1 for 4, Double, 2 RBIs) played well in the loss.
Player of the Game: Jesse Tannehill (Season: #11 / Career: #32)
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