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Like many other Federal League pitchers, Packard had outstanding records in the two years of the Feds' existence, but could not top the .500 mark in his six other ML seasons. He was the ace of the Feds' Kansas City staff, going 21-13 in 1914 and 20-11 in 1915. He was a respectable hitter who batted as high as .288, in 1917. (ADS)

FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY » June 5, 1916: At Boston, Chicago's Heinie Zimmerman swipes home in the 4th inning for the only score as the Cubs top the Braves, 1–0. Lefty Gene Packard prevails over Art Nehf and helps his own cause with seven assists and a put out at home.