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amead17 · 11-13-2025, 12:41 AM

THE SPORTING TIMES — September 30, 1909

“Pirates’ Pennant Hopes Take a Hit as Mordecai Brown Injured”
By Charles H. Wentworth, Sporting Times

Pittsburgh fans were treated to a tense 2–1 victory over the New York Giants at Forbes Field today, yet the win came at a steep price for the Pirates’ pennant aspirations. Star pitcher Mordecai “Three Finger” Brown suffered a serious elbow injury, putting a cloud over the team’s hopes for a World Series run. The Pirates maintain their league lead with a record of 87–62, but losing Brown is a heavy blow.

Brown had been dominant through the first five innings, allowing just one hit and an unearned run, when he finished the bottom of the fifth and suddenly appeared in pain, clutching his elbow as he walked from the mound. He did not return for the sixth inning, and it quickly became evident that the injury was severe.

The Pirates later confirmed that Brown had torn a flexor tendon in his pitching elbow, requiring 8–9 months of recovery. This timetable means the 32-year-old is likely to miss the start of the 1910 season as well. For the year, Brown’s record stands at 26–12 with a 1.63 ERA, underscoring his importance to the Pirates’ pitching staff.

Speaking from the clubhouse after the game, Brown acknowledged the severity of the situation:

“It’s a hard blow to the team and to me personally. I’ll do everything I can to come back strong, but I know this will take time.”

Manager Zack Brown expressed both concern and resolve:

“Mordecai has been the backbone of our pitching this season. Losing him now is a serious setback, but we must pull together and continue the fight for the pennant.”

While Pittsburgh celebrated the narrow victory over New York, fans and players alike are left to wonder how the Pirates will cope without their ace on the mound as the season draws to a close.

11-13-2025, 12:41 AM	#378
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 9,288	Mordecai Brown Injured THE SPORTING TIMES — September 30, 1909 “Pirates’ Pennant Hopes Take a Hit as Mordecai Brown Injured” By Charles H. Wentworth, Sporting Times Pittsburgh fans were treated to a tense 2–1 victory over the New York Giants at Forbes Field today, yet the win came at a steep price for the Pirates’ pennant aspirations. Star pitcher Mordecai “Three Finger” Brown suffered a serious elbow injury, putting a cloud over the team’s hopes for a World Series run. The Pirates maintain their league lead with a record of 87–62, but losing Brown is a heavy blow. Brown had been dominant through the first five innings, allowing just one hit and an unearned run, when he finished the bottom of the fifth and suddenly appeared in pain, clutching his elbow as he walked from the mound. He did not return for the sixth inning, and it quickly became evident that the injury was severe. The Pirates later confirmed that Brown had torn a flexor tendon in his pitching elbow, requiring 8–9 months of recovery. This timetable means the 32-year-old is likely to miss the start of the 1910 season as well. For the year, Brown’s record stands at 26–12 with a 1.63 ERA, underscoring his importance to the Pirates’ pitching staff. Speaking from the clubhouse after the game, Brown acknowledged the severity of the situation: “It’s a hard blow to the team and to me personally. I’ll do everything I can to come back strong, but I know this will take time.” Manager Zack Brown expressed both concern and resolve: “Mordecai has been the backbone of our pitching this season. Losing him now is a serious setback, but we must pull together and continue the fight for the pennant.” While Pittsburgh celebrated the narrow victory over New York, fans and players alike are left to wonder how the Pirates will cope without their ace on the mound as the season draws to a close.