Hailing from Detroit, Michigan, Stein began his major league career with the Colts, winning 12 of the 20 games he pitched as the team went on to a second-place finish behind the Brooklyn Bridegrooms.
A native of Detroit, Michigan, Stein began his major league career with the Colts, securing victories in 12 of the 20 contests he participated in, while the team ultimately came in second place in the standings, trailing the Brooklyn Bridegrooms.