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amead17 · 03-04-2026, 11:09 AM

CLUBS RESUME TRADING IN EARNEST FOLLOWING DRAFT
Veterans and Youth Exchanged as Managers Shape Their Nines for 1919

By Arthur H. Leland, Sporting Times
February 10th 1919

With the draft proceedings concluded, the magnates of the major leagues wasted little time in returning to the barter and bargain of the trade market. From mid-December through the opening days of February, a steady procession of deals has altered the complexion of several clubs intent upon strengthening their rosters for the coming campaign.

The first movement came on December 17th, when the St. Louis Cardinals dispatched 21-year-old shortstop Joe Dugan to the Washington Senators. In exchange, the Cardinals secured 31-year-old left-hander Hank Robinson and 22-year-old catcher Cy Perkins. Robinson, who fashioned a 1–8 mark in ten starts last season with an earned run average of 3.61, brings experience to the St. Louis pitching corps.

Two days later, on December 19th, the Cleveland Indians and the Detroit Tigers completed what was described as a trade of reserves. Cleveland parted with 22-year-old right-hander Mule Watson, receiving in return 32-year-old right-hander Cy Slapnicka.

The new year ushered in further action. On January 7th, the New York Yankees sent 21-year-old left-hander Hugh Canavan to the Philadelphia Phillies, acquiring 31-year-old centre fielder Fred Snodgrass. Snodgrass appeared in 143 games last season and compiled a batting mark of .249, lending the Yankees an experienced presence in the outer garden.

Six days thereafter, on January 13th, the Tigers again entered the market, transferring 34-year-old first baseman Jake Daubert to the Brooklyn Robins in return for 23-year-old right-hander Roy Johnson. Daubert, a steady performer at the bat, struck at a .280 clip across 151 games last year, and his arrival in Brooklyn is certain to attract notice.

Most recently, on February 3rd, the St. Louis Browns concluded a significant exchange with the Philadelphia Athletics. The Browns surrendered 28-year-old right-hander Urban Shocker, who last season posted a 17–18 record with an admirable 2.68 earned run average. In return, St. Louis obtained 23-year-old left-hander Jakie May and 22-year-old southpaw Tom Zachary. May compiled a 5–9 ledger with seven saves over 45 appearances, 17 of them starts, and an earned run average of 3.28.

Thus, as February advances, the outlines of the 1919 nines grow clearer. With youthful prospects freshly drafted and seasoned campaigners changing uniforms, each club now turns its full attention toward molding a combination capable of enduring the long contest ahead.

03-04-2026, 11:09 AM	#833
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 9,284	CLUBS RESUME TRADING IN EARNEST FOLLOWING DRAFT Veterans and Youth Exchanged as Managers Shape Their Nines for 1919 By Arthur H. Leland, Sporting Times February 10th 1919 With the draft proceedings concluded, the magnates of the major leagues wasted little time in returning to the barter and bargain of the trade market. From mid-December through the opening days of February, a steady procession of deals has altered the complexion of several clubs intent upon strengthening their rosters for the coming campaign. The first movement came on December 17th, when the St. Louis Cardinals dispatched 21-year-old shortstop Joe Dugan to the Washington Senators. In exchange, the Cardinals secured 31-year-old left-hander Hank Robinson and 22-year-old catcher Cy Perkins. Robinson, who fashioned a 1–8 mark in ten starts last season with an earned run average of 3.61, brings experience to the St. Louis pitching corps. Two days later, on December 19th, the Cleveland Indians and the Detroit Tigers completed what was described as a trade of reserves. Cleveland parted with 22-year-old right-hander Mule Watson, receiving in return 32-year-old right-hander Cy Slapnicka. The new year ushered in further action. On January 7th, the New York Yankees sent 21-year-old left-hander Hugh Canavan to the Philadelphia Phillies, acquiring 31-year-old centre fielder Fred Snodgrass. Snodgrass appeared in 143 games last season and compiled a batting mark of .249, lending the Yankees an experienced presence in the outer garden. Six days thereafter, on January 13th, the Tigers again entered the market, transferring 34-year-old first baseman Jake Daubert to the Brooklyn Robins in return for 23-year-old right-hander Roy Johnson. Daubert, a steady performer at the bat, struck at a .280 clip across 151 games last year, and his arrival in Brooklyn is certain to attract notice. Most recently, on February 3rd, the St. Louis Browns concluded a significant exchange with the Philadelphia Athletics. The Browns surrendered 28-year-old right-hander Urban Shocker, who last season posted a 17–18 record with an admirable 2.68 earned run average. In return, St. Louis obtained 23-year-old left-hander Jakie May and 22-year-old southpaw Tom Zachary. May compiled a 5–9 ledger with seven saves over 45 appearances, 17 of them starts, and an earned run average of 3.28. Thus, as February advances, the outlines of the 1919 nines grow clearer. With youthful prospects freshly drafted and seasoned campaigners changing uniforms, each club now turns its full attention toward molding a combination capable of enduring the long contest ahead.