1891 – Boston edges Chicago, 4 – 3, in 9 innings. The Colts now lead the Giants by 2 games and the Beans by 2 1/2.

On August 8, 1891 — 1891 – Boston edges Chicago, 4 – 3, in 9 innings. The Colts now lead the Giants by 2 games and the Beans by 2 1/2.

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