1889-1891 (3 seasons)
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Columbus Solons
History 1889-1891 (3 seasons)
The Columbus Solons were a baseball team in the American Association from 1889 to 1891. In three seasons, they won 200 games and lost 209 for a winning percentage of .489. Their home games were played at Recreation Park in Columbus, Ohio.
The Solons were managed by Al Buckenberger (99-119), Gus Schmelz (99-89), and Pat Sullivan (2-1). Some of their top players were pitchers Mark Baldwin, Elton Chamberlain and Hank Gastright, catcher Jack O'Connor, first baseman Dave Orr, third baseman Lefty Marr, and outfielders Charlie Duffee and Spud Johnson.