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Game 81: Boston Americans vs. Cleveland Naps
This was a competitive match-up between teams jostling for 3rd-place in the American League standings. In the end, the Boston Americans (43-38) outlasted the Cleveland Naps (42-39) by a 3 to 2 score.
Sam Leever (12-8) pitched a gem of a game, allowing 2 runs (1 earned) on 5 hits and 3 walks; Game Score 70. Sensational rookie Jake Weimer (13-7) was burdened with the loss after giving up 3 runs (2 earned) on 5 hits, 4 walks, and 1 wild pitch; Game Score 69.
The was limited hitting from either team, but noteworthy performances include Boston's Frank Chance (1 for 2, Run, RBI, 2 Walks, Stolen Base) and Fred Clarke (1 for 4, Double, Run, RBI), while Cleveland's offense came from Ed Delahanty (3 for 4, Double, RBI) and Erve Beck (1 for 3, 2 Runs).
Player of the Game: Sam Leever (Season: #8 / Career: #30)
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