This afternoon was the time fixed for the appearance of the new Pittsburg Union Club at the Exposition Park. They were pitted against the St. Louis Unions. Jupiter Pluvius seemed inclined to oppose meeting one hour before the opening of the game and doubtless kept a great number from attending. However, between 2,500 and 3,000 people witnessed one of the finest games ever played hereabouts. It took eleven sharp innings to decide the contest. Hard hitting and sharp fielding were the features of the game, and the pitchers of both nines were excellently supported especially by their respective catchers. Daly and Kreig occupied the points for the home nine, while Werden and Brennan acted in the same capacity for the visitors. Dunlap, of the Mound City nine, covered second base in his usual unapproachable style. Joe Battin, at third, for the home team, received quite an ovation. All present enjoyed the fine exhibition to the fullest extent. A fight was started in the 25-cent place, but was quickly squelched by the energetic management.-St. Louis Globe-Democrat, August 26, 1884
This was the first game of a twenty-two game eastern road trip. The Maroons wouldn't play in St. Louis again until September 28.
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