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amead17 · 09-13-2025, 03:53 AM

TIGERS LOSE ROOKIE CURRIE TO SHOULDER INJURY

By Charles H. Wentworth, Sporting Times
September 14th, 1902

Detroit’s hopes for a bright finish to the campaign took a cruel blow yesterday, as rookie pitcher Clarence Currie was forced from the mound with a serious injury in the Tigers’ 4–3 defeat at the hands of the Chicago White Sox.

The 23-year-old right-hander had been cruising comfortably through five innings, holding Chicago to a lone tally, when misfortune struck. In the sixth frame Currie suddenly clutched at his shoulder mid-delivery, abandoning his motion entirely. Even before the club physician could reach him, the young Canadian strode for the dugout, his expression betraying the gravity of the moment. Detroit led 3–1 at the time, but the loss of their starter unsettled the nine, and the Sox fought back to snatch victory.

After the match, grim news awaited the faithful: Currie had torn the labrum in his throwing shoulder. Such an ailment is feared to require seven to eight months’ recovery, raising doubts as to whether he will stand ready when the next season commences.

Currie, who has been a steady hand in his freshman campaign, departs with a record of 15 victories against 14 defeats and a 2.63 earned run average—a tally any club would gladly claim from a first-year man.

The young pitcher spoke with quiet resolve despite the setback.

“It pains me to end my season in this manner,” Currie said, his arm already bound in bandages. “I’ve given my best to Detroit, and I’ll devote myself now to healing. I mean to return stronger, no matter the months it may take.”

Manager George Stallings echoed the sense of loss, yet offered confidence in his charge’s future.

“Clarence has pitched like a veteran all year,” Stallings remarked. “He gave us courage on the hill and kept us in many a ball game. It’s a cruel stroke to lose him, but I have no doubt he’ll come back next spring with the same fire that made him stand out this year.”

For Detroit supporters, the season may now be without pennant ambitions, but in Currie they have glimpsed a hurler upon whom brighter campaigns may yet be built.

09-13-2025, 03:53 AM	#72
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 9,223	Currie injured TIGERS LOSE ROOKIE CURRIE TO SHOULDER INJURY By Charles H. Wentworth, Sporting Times September 14th, 1902 Detroit’s hopes for a bright finish to the campaign took a cruel blow yesterday, as rookie pitcher Clarence Currie was forced from the mound with a serious injury in the Tigers’ 4–3 defeat at the hands of the Chicago White Sox. The 23-year-old right-hander had been cruising comfortably through five innings, holding Chicago to a lone tally, when misfortune struck. In the sixth frame Currie suddenly clutched at his shoulder mid-delivery, abandoning his motion entirely. Even before the club physician could reach him, the young Canadian strode for the dugout, his expression betraying the gravity of the moment. Detroit led 3–1 at the time, but the loss of their starter unsettled the nine, and the Sox fought back to snatch victory. After the match, grim news awaited the faithful: Currie had torn the labrum in his throwing shoulder. Such an ailment is feared to require seven to eight months’ recovery, raising doubts as to whether he will stand ready when the next season commences. Currie, who has been a steady hand in his freshman campaign, departs with a record of 15 victories against 14 defeats and a 2.63 earned run average—a tally any club would gladly claim from a first-year man. The young pitcher spoke with quiet resolve despite the setback. “It pains me to end my season in this manner,” Currie said, his arm already bound in bandages. “I’ve given my best to Detroit, and I’ll devote myself now to healing. I mean to return stronger, no matter the months it may take.” Manager George Stallings echoed the sense of loss, yet offered confidence in his charge’s future. “Clarence has pitched like a veteran all year,” Stallings remarked. “He gave us courage on the hill and kept us in many a ball game. It’s a cruel stroke to lose him, but I have no doubt he’ll come back next spring with the same fire that made him stand out this year.” For Detroit supporters, the season may now be without pennant ambitions, but in Currie they have glimpsed a hurler upon whom brighter campaigns may yet be built.