On March 8, 1913, John Powers founded the Federal League. Just a year previous, Powers had the Columbian League, which had failed before a game could even be played. The new Federal League established teams in Chicago, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Indianapolis, St. Louis, and Covington, Kentucky. The league did not abide by the National Agreement, earning it the nickname the “outlaw league,” which allowed it to recruit players from established clubs.
Who knew??? I love these little facts.
Me too! They’re so much fun.