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Clingman was considered the fastest infielder with the most accurate arm of the 1890s while with Louisville (NL). As a third baseman, Clingman led the NL in assists in 1896 and in fielding average in 1897. Moved to shortstop in 1898, he led AL shortstops in fielding average and assists in 1901. (NLM)

FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY » August 2nd, 1896: Still Bill Hill's 2-hitter helps Louisville edge Chicago 2-1. In the 6th inning Billy Clingman, in a failed attempt to score the game's first run, spikes Chicago C Tim Donahue. Donahue attempts to retaliate by throwing the ball at Clipman but is prevented from doing so.