When he started, he received from $5 to $10 per game. In his first year with the American Association, Daniels was selected to umpire the deciding game between the St. Louis Browns and the Philadelphia Athletics. His game totals increased significantly in the next few years.
Initially, Daniels earned $5 to $10 for each game. He was selected to call the deciding game between the St. Louis Browns and the Philadelphia Athletics during his first year with the American Association. Over the subsequent few years, his total games increased significantly.