Biography

While the Beaneaters finished in just fifth place they were hugely popular both at home and on the road. Indeed, they led the league in attendance with 147,000 fans crossing the turnstiles at South End Grounds II. Many of the players are still remembered and are considered legends today. Charlie Bennett, Herman Long, Steve Brodie, Bobby Lowe, Charlie Ganzel, Pretzels Getzein… the list goes on. Kid Nichols, John Clarkson and manager Frank Selee are members of the Hall of Fame.

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