Ewing began his career in 1880 with the Troy Trojans of the National League. He quickly became one of the league's top players, and was a key member of the team's championship season in 1882. He was also a member of the New York Giants from 1883-1889, and was a part of the team's championship season in 1888.
In 1890, Ewing joined the Cleveland Spiders of the newly formed Players' League. He was the team's player-manager, and led them to a championship season in 1890. He then returned to the Giants in 1891, and was a part of the team's championship season in 1894.
Ewing retired from the game in 1897, but remained involved in the game as a manager and coach. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1939, and is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of the 19th century.
Throughout his career, Ewing was known for his strong throwing arm and powerful hitting. He was also a leader on the field, and was respected by his teammates and opponents alike. His accomplishments on the field, combined with his leadership skills, made him one of the most respected players of his era.
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