Team president Ben Shibe announced that uniforms would be provided free to players. This was in contrast to National League teams that billed players $30 for their playing togs.

The Inquirer reported that Connie Mack was attempting to recruit former Pirates outfielder Tom McCreery.

Philadelphia Inquirer

“Col. Rogers Gets in His Work With Bills in Equity,” 6
“League Victory in Law Would Mean Defeat on Field,” 6
“Our Connie Has His Eagle Eye on Thomas M'Creery,” 6

Philadelphia Times

“Strikers' Places Filled by His Men,” 2 “Base Ball Suits Filed in Equity,” 10