Washington Olympics

When the National Association of Base Ball Players permitted openly professional clubs for the 1869 season, the Olympics were one of twelve to go pro.

They were founded by Nicholas Young, an outfielder who continued as non-playing business and field manager after 1870.

The new Boston Red Stockings hired the other half including manager Harry Wright and his selection.

The Boston club lost a close pennant race while the Olympics were only mediocre.

During their two league seasons they won 17 games and lost 22 for a winning percentage of .436.