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Eckstein 4 Prez · 10-25-2007, 09:59 AM

PHILADELPHIA ATHLETICS

The Athletics have been near or at the top of the standings every year in the National Association, and they look to remain so in the first year of the National League. Look for them to defend their 1875 pennant aggressively this season.

33 1B Joe "Old Reliable" Start (1-49-.342-0) - Although Joe is not getting any younger at age 33, he is still one of the best hitters out there at first base. A very good player who often does not get the publicity he deserves.
20 2B Andy Leonard (0-57-.309-13) - This talented Irishman finally seems to have solved Philadelphia's chronic problems at the keystone position.
17 SS John Bass (1-46-.280-0) - A talented, steady, popular shortstop who is both a solid fielder and a good hitter. He's one of the unsung heroes on this team.
34 3B Steve Bellan (0-44-.283-2) - After two years of having been used as a reserve by the Athletics, he was asked to step in and fill the void left by the trade of Levi Meyerle. All in all, this skilled Cuban did quite well.
5 LF George Bechtel (0-27-.265-6) - Although he's been somewhat of a fourth outfielder in recent years, this season he's being asked to step in as a starter due to the increasing ineffectiveness of previous left fielder Fred Treacey.
15 CF George Hall (1-47-.321-7) - This Englishman has a somewhat unsavory reputation, but there's no denying the fact that he's one of base ball's best hitters.
2 RF George Heubel (0-17-.330-2) - He had a huge year last season after beginning the year on the bench. There's no doubt about him having a starting spot this year, and if he can continue to be a .300 hitter he shouldn't have any trouble getting playing time.
23 C Deacon White (0-62-.329-1) - Along with being the players' negotiator in the "free agent" controversy, he's also one of the league's better players. Came to the Athletics in the Levi Meyerle trade following 1874. Has played for five different teams and been traded twice, perhaps due to his reputation as a center of controversy.
9 SP Lon Knight (44-19, 2.05) - This 22-year-old had an excellent pitching season as a rookie, and they hope he will continue his winning ways in this, his sophomore campaign.

10-25-2007, 09:59 AM	#14 (permalink)
Eckstein 4 Prez Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: The OC Posts: 5,148	PHILADELPHIA ATHLETICS The Athletics have been near or at the top of the standings every year in the National Association, and they look to remain so in the first year of the National League. Look for them to defend their 1875 pennant aggressively this season. 33 1B Joe "Old Reliable" Start (1-49-.342-0) - Although Joe is not getting any younger at age 33, he is still one of the best hitters out there at first base. A very good player who often does not get the publicity he deserves. 20 2B Andy Leonard (0-57-.309-13) - This talented Irishman finally seems to have solved Philadelphia's chronic problems at the keystone position. 17 SS John Bass (1-46-.280-0) - A talented, steady, popular shortstop who is both a solid fielder and a good hitter. He's one of the unsung heroes on this team. 34 3B Steve Bellan (0-44-.283-2) - After two years of having been used as a reserve by the Athletics, he was asked to step in and fill the void left by the trade of Levi Meyerle. All in all, this skilled Cuban did quite well. 5 LF George Bechtel (0-27-.265-6) - Although he's been somewhat of a fourth outfielder in recent years, this season he's being asked to step in as a starter due to the increasing ineffectiveness of previous left fielder Fred Treacey. 15 CF George Hall (1-47-.321-7) - This Englishman has a somewhat unsavory reputation, but there's no denying the fact that he's one of base ball's best hitters. 2 RF George Heubel (0-17-.330-2) - He had a huge year last season after beginning the year on the bench. There's no doubt about him having a starting spot this year, and if he can continue to be a .300 hitter he shouldn't have any trouble getting playing time. 23 C Deacon White (0-62-.329-1) - Along with being the players' negotiator in the "free agent" controversy, he's also one of the league's better players. Came to the Athletics in the Levi Meyerle trade following 1874. Has played for five different teams and been traded twice, perhaps due to his reputation as a center of controversy. 9 SP Lon Knight (44-19, 2.05) - This 22-year-old had an excellent pitching season as a rookie, and they hope he will continue his winning ways in this, his sophomore campaign. __________________ A New League Begins - an exploration of 19th century base ball.