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Which early outfielder played in the 1860's and 1870's, and was known as "Death to Flying Things", because of his ability to chase down fly balls?

Jack Chapman. Gained nickname while playing outfield for the Brooklyn Atlantics in the 1860's. Was a member of the team that defeated the previously undefeated Cincinnati Red Stockings in 1870.

Which pitcher was derisively known as "Josephus the Phenomenal", due to the fact that he pitched a no-hitter, and never came close again?

Joe Borden. He pitched the first no-hitter in National League history (1876). He did little else of significance going 11-12 in the season, then retired after only two seasons.

Which scrappy outfielder was known as "The Virginia Squire"?

Steve Brodie. Played centerfield for the "Old Orioles" of the 1890's. Brodie would yell "I'll get you, you dirty dog", when chasing down fly balls.

Which early pitcher was called 'The Count', because of his long, bushy sideburns?

Asa Brainard. Pitcher for the 1869 Cincinnatti Red Stockings.

A Hall of Famer now, which early catcher-outfielder was called 'Orator', due to his verbosity?

Jim O'Rourke. Only person to play in the inaugural NL season (1876) and also play in a 20th century game (Giants, 1904).

A hard-throwing (and often wild) right handed pitcher, this redhead was known as the "Indiana Thunderbolt".

Amos Rusie. Major reason the mound was moved back from 50 feet to 60 feet, 6 inches in 1893.

This player won multiple batting titles in the American Association in the 1880's. He was known as "The Louisville Slugger".

Pete Browning. Had bats made by Bannister factory, Hillerich and Bradsby. Also known as "The Gladiator."

This catcher was called "King", and was one of the biggest stars of the 19th century.

Mike Kelly. One of the first superstars of the game, Was sold to the Boston Beaneaters for $10,000 in 1888. Because of this, he was also referred to as the "$10,000 Beauty".

Which underrated catcher was dubbed "The Duke of Marlboro"?

Charles Farrell. Born in Marlboro, Massachusetts, started with Cap Anson's Chicago White Stockings in 1888. Near the end of his career, played in first World Series (1903) as a reserve catcher.

Which catcher named "Boileryard" was the only non-pitcher on the Old Orioles of 1894, who did not bat at least .300?

Bill Clarke. Clarke was also a member of the World Champion 1905 New York Giants. He later became the baseball coach for Yale University, and was present when the Orioles returned as a Major Leauge team in 1954.