Introduction
The Eastern League was a minor league baseball league that operated in the eastern United States during the late 19th century. It was formed when the New York State League joined with Canadian teams based in Ontario. It was known as the International League in 1886 and 1887, the International Association from 1888 to 1890, the Eastern Association for 1891, and was renamed the Eastern League for 1892 to 1897. The league played season 13 in 1897, 129 years ago.
The Eastern League would eventually go on to form the International League, one of the top minor league teams in all of Baseball.
The season was a messy affair with teams moving to other cities during the season.
- Rochester transferred to Montreal July 16.
Classification
Season Length
April 29, 1897 to September 23, 1897
Season Champion
Toronto Maple Leafs
# of Teams
8
Season Standings
Season Playoffs
The top two teams in the league played a playoff series. Syracuse and Toronto were tied at 3 games apiece, a dispute arose where the final game would be played. League officials cancelled the series and awarded the league title to Toronto.
Future Features
