New York was managed by George Stallings and Hal Chase.

Its somewhat corrupt ownership and a few questionable activities by some of the players (most notably first baseman Hal Chase) raised suspicions of game-fixing.

One other player among this left and right handful deserves mention: Hal Chase.

New York was managed by Hal Chase.

Hal Chase, the greatest defensive first baseman of his time, was known to flip the ball behind the pitcher sometimes, at opportune moments.

Starting first baseman Hal Chase left the team in September under allegations that he was throwing games.

While locked up, he began to write letters back and forth with Hal Chase, another member of the (then-future) Beat Generation.

Hal Chase - Early 20th century baseball star (born in Los Gatos)

He played one season for them before being traded to the Yankees for Hal Chase.

He also formalized the unofficial banishments of Hal Chase and Heinie Zimmerman.