New-York tribune., 1918-12-12

Jake Daubert, first baseman and cap
tain of the Brooklyn Robins. was
traded yesterday to the Giants in ex-
change for Walter Holke, the first
baseman, and George Smith. the former
Columbia pitcher, it was announced.
It was said that the deal was con-
sumated at conference among Harry
N. Hampstead Charles H. Ebbets and
Manager McGraw yesterday morning at
the Waldorf Astoria Hampstead stated
last night that Daubert was not the
property of the Giants. but admitted,
however, that he had discussed the
matter with the Squire of Flatbush.
Daubert was among the throng that
gathered in Peacock Alley yesterday
for the second session of the National
League meeting. He did not know
anything about the trade, but said that
he was willing to play with any club
in the National or American League if
offered a reasonable contract.
He was positive that he would not
be with the Brooklyn club next season,
for he was told in an indirect way that
Ebbets had no further use for hm.
The addition of Daubert will add
strength to the Giants next season
both in the field and at the bat. Dau-
bert's legs had been bothering him for
several years, and for a time it had
looked as if he would have to retire
from baseball. Last season he had an
exceptionally good year, especially at
the bat, and won number of games
INV h ,o1x III IN, 9th
Daubert generally made his hits with
two on and nobody out.
Played Well With Giants
According to reports in circulation, it
is said that Holke is not in good favor
with Manager McGraw Holke has
played good ball for the Giants since
he replaced Merkle.
Smith has had varied career since
he became member of the National
League several years ago. McGraw
first farmed him to the Rochester club
for more experience. Next he was sent
club. Near the fag end of last season
McGraw sent him to the Brooklyn club,
but only to complete the season
In the opinion of Wilbert Robinson,
Smith is great pitcher and should
prove one of the stars of the League in
1919. Robbie suggested to Ebbets that
he buy Smith outright from the Giants.
but McGraw refused to enter into any
such transaction.
Colby Jack Coombs, the veteran
pitcher and banker, is expected to sign
with the Philadelphia Nationals before
next Monday. At a conference yester-
day among William F. Baker, Ebbets
and the pitcher the owner of the Brook
llyn club finally consented to give Jack
his unconditional release, provided that
he signs with the Phillies.
Coombs would have affixed his SIP
nature to Philadelphia contract yes
terday, but Baker refused to meet his
terms. Jack is holding out for $4,000.
At first Baker offered him $4,000 to
lead the Phillies, but yesterday raised
the ante to 5000.
Coombs departed for his home in
Palastlne, Tex, last night Before Ieav-
ing he told his friends that he would
consult his wife about the $4,000 offer
and give his answer to Baker bv next
Monday The veteran declared that al
though he is through as pitcher he
wants to remain in baseball
Moran May Coach Pitchers
1t is almost certain that Moran will
coach the Giant pitchers next season.
The former manager and McGraw had
a long talk at the Lambs Club last
night. What happened at the meeting
was not revealed but, according to one
of Moran's friends, he accepted the
offer of $4,000 made to him by McGraw
on Tuesday night
The National League finished out its