1932: The Black Cat That Jinxed the Boston Braves at the New York Polo Grounds » 1888_New_York_Giants
In 1885, under manager Jim Mutrie, the New York Gothams were renamed the New York Giants. The 1888 team, shown here, played their last game at the first polo grounds on October 13, 1888 — city officials evicted the team and 111th street was constructed through the outfield.
1888 New York Giants at original Polo Grounds on 110th Street.
