Game 125: Boston Americans vs. Cleveland Naps
Another loss, with the
Cleveland Naps (64-61) completing the sweep by topping the
Boston Americans (68-57) by a 2 to 1 score. The loss moved the
Americans back to 6 games out of the top spot with the
Magic # now at 10 games; a 1% chance to make the playoffs.
Rookie
Jake Weimer (17-13), the 6th overall selection in last year's draft, dominated the opposition and permitted 1 run (0 earned) on 6 hits, 1 walk, and 1 hit batsman;
Game Score 78.
Sam Leever (18-12) was saddled with the loss after allowing 2 earned runs on 5 hits, 3 walks, and 1 hit batsman;
Game Score 63.
While hitting was somewhat sparse for both teams, there were a few noteworthy performances. Specifically,
Doc Gessler (1 for 3, Double, Run, Walk) and
Ed Delahanty (1 for 4, Triple, Run, RBI) played well for the
Naps, while
Chick Stahl (2 for 2, Walk, Stolen Base) and
Dave Brain (2 for 4) played well in the loss.
Player of the Game:
Jake Weimer