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A well pitched game from both teams ultimately turned on an error, as the Cleveland Naps (38-41) prevailed over the visiting Boston Americans (46-33) by a 1 to 0 score. With the loss, Boston's lead in the American League race has shrunk to 3-games over the Washington Senators (43-36).

With both pitchers having a fine game, it is tough situation that one has to lose. In today's game, Kid Nichols (8-12) picked up the victory by tossing a 9-inning shutout in which he allowed 6 hits and 1 walk on a total of 105 pitches; Game Score 75. On the other side of the box score, Johnny Lush (10-10) was tagged with the loss despite allowing just 3 hits and 2 walks in his 86-pitch outing; Game Score 78. Looking at the stats for the season, Lush has received on average 3.8 Runs Support Per Start compared to his teammates good fortune of 4.4 (Leever), 4.5 (Tannehill), and 4.7 (Hahn) runs support per start.

With neither team hitting the ball particularly well, there is limited offense news to report. For the Naps, Jimmy Sheckard, Harry Lumley, and Lee DeMonterville each had one hit on the day. The Americans received a hit from Harry Smoot, Bill Lange, Fred Clarke, Frank Chance (Stolen Base), Dave Brain (Stolen Base), and Johnny Lush.

Player of the Game: Kid Nichols