The Baseball Times
May 21st, 1890
Philadelphia Thunder's Dave Oldfield Out with Fractured Wrist
The injury woes for the Philadelphia Thunder have worsened as catcher Dave Oldfield was diagnosed with a fractured wrist following today’s loss to the St. Louis Roughnecks. Oldfield was struck by a pitch during the game and is expected to be sidelined for the next five weeks.
This season, Oldfield has been a regular fixture behind the plate, starting 34 games and batting .254 with 12 runs and 10 RBIs. His absence will leave a significant gap in the Thunder's lineup and defensive setup as they navigate through this challenging period.
The Thunder's ongoing injury problems continue to impact their performance, and finding a suitable replacement for Oldfield will be crucial for maintaining their competitiveness in the league.