Topeka Kaw-nees
From BR Bullpen
- Location: Topeka, KS
- League: Western League 1918
- Ballpark:
After a year without a Western League team, Topeka, KS re-entered the loop in 1918 with the Topeka Kaw-nees. While the club did well on the field, they struggled at the gate and with a record of 19-13, moved to Hutchinson, KS on June 2 to become the Hutchinson Salt Packers. Overall, the club was second in the league at 37-31. The main star was Jesse Haines, who led the WL in ERA (1.59) and wins (13), while he was second with 71 strikeouts.
Source: The Western League by W.C. Madden and Patrick Stewart
[edit] Year-by-Year Record
| Year | Record | Finish | Manager | Playoffs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 19-13 | -- | Johnny Nee | -- | Team moved to Hutchinson (14-24) June 2 |
