Christy Mathewson traded to Giants December 15, 1900 New York Giants GET Hard throwing Amos Rusie was an eight time 20 game winner for the New York Giants late in the 19th century. Although he had not pitched in two years, the Reds were happy to acquire him from New York for an untested kid named Christy Mathewson. The details below should explain who got the best end of the deal. Christy Mathewson, P Cincinnati Reds GET Amos Rusie, P Career info AFTER the trade Christy Mathewson Posts 373 wins against 188 losses - 2.13 ERA - 4,781 Innings Pitched - 2,502 strikeouts - 80 shutouts - 4 World Series shutouts - Hall of Fame. Amos Rusie Compiles an 0-1 record in 3 Games - 8.59 ERA - Allows 43 hits in only 22 innings.