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 14 in 1898, 128 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 Ottawa July 7.
Classification
Season Length
April 28, 1898 to September 11, 1898
Season Champion
Montreal Royals
# of Teams
8
Season Standings
Season Playoffs
There were no championship playoffs as the top team with the most wins at end of season was declared league champion for the season.
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