Tag: “Slim” McGrew

This Date in Washington Senators History – ’59 Senators end 18 game losing streak

August 5 1902 – Rookie pitcher Otto Hess of the Bronchoes, making his second start since being signed at an open tryout, struggles his way to a 7-6, 10 inning victory in Cleveland. SS Johnny Gochnauer, who sustained a broken finger earlier in the contest, doubles in the tying run in the 8th and belts …

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