Hooks Wiltse

Beating the Beaneaters, 3 – 2, Giant hurler Hooks Wiltse runs his career record to 12-0. “Hooks”‘ dozen consecutive victories establishes the record for the most wins at the start of a career for a starter.

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On September 15, 1904 — Beating the Boston Beaneaters, 3 – 2, New York Giant hurler Hooks Wiltse runs his career record to 12-0. Hooks’ dozen consecutive victories establish the record for the most wins at the start of a career for a starter. The win moves Boston back into first place in the American League

Jesse Tannehill allows nine hits in besting Al Orth. The nightcap is called after nine innings with the score 1 – 1.

 

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