Cummings' success came quickly and he soon became one of the most sought-after pitchers in the game. He was known for his control and accuracy, and for throwing a wide variety of pitches. Cummings was also known for his unique delivery, which often fooled batters.
Cummings played for a number of teams during his career, most notably the Brooklyn Eckfords of the National Association of Base Ball Players, the first professional baseball league. He also played for the New York Mutuals, the Chicago White Stockings, and the Hartford Dark Blues, among others.
Cummings was one of the most successful pitchers of his time, winning over 100 games in his career. He was also one of the most popular players in the game, and was often referred to as "Candy" due to his sweet disposition.
In 1877, Cummings retired from baseball, but his legacy lives on. He is widely considered to be one of the most influential players in baseball history, and his invention of the curveball revolutionized the game. He was also inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1939, cementing his place in baseball history.
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