John Michael Lyston (May 28, 1867 – October 29, 1909) was an

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professional

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player who played in one game for the

Columbus Solons The Columbus Solons were a professional baseball team in the American Association from 1889 to 1891. In three seasons, they won 200 games and lost 209 for a winning percentage of .489. Their home games were played at Recreation Park in Columbu ...

during the season and one game for the

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during the season. He was born in

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, and died there at the age of 42.

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