1926 Dayton Marcos season
| 1926 Dayton Marcos | |
|---|---|
| League | Negro National League I |
| Ballpark | Westwood Field |
| City | Dayton, Ohio |
| Record | 6-36 |
| League place | 8th |
| Owners | John Matthews |
| Managers | Eddie Huff |
The 1926 Dayton Marcos season was the second and final season for the franchise in the Negro National League I.
The 1926 Marcos had the fewest Wins Above Replacement (WAR) of any team in a single season in negro league baseball history, at -8.7.[1] This is also the second lowest in major league history, behind only the 1977 Atlanta Braves, who had -10.0 WAR.[2]
Offseason
Reorganization and reentry into Negro National League
Following the 1920 season, the Dayton Marcos franchise was replaced in the Negro National League by the Columbus Buckeyes, who lasted a single season. The Marcos played independent ball until 1926, when they were once again granted a spot in the upcoming NNL season.[3] Among owner John Matthews' first moves was to combine forces with local funeral director H.P. Lorritts and absorb the local C.M.I.A.'s (Colored Men's Improvement Association) semi-pro team.[4] In addition to having first pick of players from the C.M.I.A.'s roster, the Marcos took over the lease to Westwood Field, their home in 1920.[5]
Other home fields
In addition to their primary home in Dayton, the Marcos split their time between several other locations in an effort to widen the team's fan base.
Richmond, Indiana
On the eve of opening day, the Marcos announced they would play some home games at Exhibition Park in Richmond, Indiana.[6] Richmond was no stranger to the Marcos, having hosted several exhibition games featuring the club as early as 1909.[7]
Xenia, Ohio
The Marcos claimed territory approximately 20 miles East of Dayton and made Washington Park in Xenia, Ohio their home for Wednesday games.[8]
See also
References
- ^ "Fewest wins above replacement by a team in a single season in the Negro American League, Negro National League I, Negro National League II, American Negro League, or Eastern Colored League". Stathead. Archived from the original on May 17, 2025. Retrieved May 17, 2025.
- ^ "Fewest Wins Above Replacement by a team in a season in major league history". Stathead. Archived from the original on November 25, 2024. Retrieved November 25, 2024.
- ^ "Dayton Marcos Enter League". Dayton Daily News. March 29, 1926. Archived from the original on November 11, 2023. Retrieved May 17, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Fast Colored Team to Be Organized". The Dayton Herald. March 8, 1926. Archived from the original on November 11, 2023. Retrieved May 17, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Dayton Marco Team to Play at Westwood". The Dayton Herald. March 29, 1926. Archived from the original on November 11, 2023. Retrieved May 17, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Dayton Marcos and Indianapolis A.B.C to Play Here Thursday". Richmond Palladium-Item. May 6, 1926. Archived from the original on November 11, 2023. Retrieved May 17, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Painter, Alex (2020). Blackball in the Hoosier Heartland : unearthing the negro leagues baseball history of Richmond, Indiana. Morrisville, N.C: Lulu Publishing. ISBN 1-6781-6671-5. OCLC 1145213756. Archived from the original on November 25, 2023. Retrieved May 17, 2025.
- ^ "Dayton Marcos Enter League". Dayton Daily News. March 29, 1926. Archived from the original on November 11, 2023. Retrieved May 17, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.