Despite recurring reports that pitcher Chick Fraser and second baseman Nap Lajoie had signed with the Athletics, Phillies manager Bill Shettsline voiced confidence that both players would be back with his team come the season.

The United Labor League of Philadelphia announced a boycott of Connie Mack and the team after they learned the contract for painting the grandstand had been awarded to a non-union worker. This after Mack had promised several weeks ago to hire only union workers for all ballpark construction.

Philadelphia Times

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