 The next season, his record improved to 26-20, and his ERA dropped to 2.22, while Philadelphia improved in the standings, finishing third in .On August 29, he pitched a no-hitter against the Providence Grays, a 1-0 victory.He continued his dominance in the season, winning 30 games and again lowering his ERA, this time to 1.98, good for second in the NL behind Henry Boyle of the St. Louis Maroons.