Donahue, who played all but seven of his ML games with Chicago, led NL catchers with
16 double plays in 1898. However, his fielding throughout his career averaged 35
points lower than that of league leaders.
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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.