1914 – In Chicago, the Giants split with the Cubs, Rube Marquard losing the opener, 1 – 0, and Christy Mathewson, topping Bert Humphries in the second game, 7 – 5. The Giants waive Hooks Wiltse, ending his 11 years with the team. Hooks will pitch for the Brookfeds next season.

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On August 29, 1914 — 1914 – In Chicago, the Giants split with the Cubs, Rube Marquard losing the opener, 1 – 0, and Christy Mathewson, topping Bert Humphries in the second game, 7 – 5. The Giants waive Hooks Wiltse, ending his 11 years with the team. Hooks will pitch for the Brookfeds next season.

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