American Association formed
Many officials associated with the National League figured competition would come from other leagues and it has. Today, the formation of a new league, the American Association, was announced. This new league is led by the former NL team, the Cincinnati Red Stockings. In addition to them, they have also placed teams in the cities of Philadelphia, Baltimore, Louisville, Pittsburgh, and St. Louis.
League Formation:
Cincinnati Red Stockings
Philadelphia Athletics
Baltimore Orioles
Louisville Eclipse
Pittsburg Alleghenys
St. Louis Brown Stockings