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amead17 · 09-09-2025, 11:47 AM

WHITE SOX LOSE PITCHER DUPEE FOR SEASON — BACK INJURY ENDS YOUNGSTER’S CAMPAIGN

By Samuel T. Kingsley, Sporting Times
July 13th, 1902

The already difficult season of the Chicago White Sox received further misfortune yesterday as relief pitcher Frank Dupee was lost for the remainder of the year. The young right-hander, only 25 years of age, suffered a severe back injury during the club’s 3–2, 11-inning victory over the St. Louis Browns.

Called upon to open the top of the 11th, Dupee delivered but a handful of pitches before suddenly halting his motion and clutching at his back. The sight alarmed both players and supporters alike, and he was helped from the field by teammates. Early hopes for a minor strain were dashed when club physicians announced that Dupee had suffered a torn muscle in his back, an injury expected to sideline him for five months — in effect ending his season.

Dupee’s campaign had been brief and troubled. In six relief appearances, he carried a 1–1 record with a high 10.80 earned run average, struggling to find his command but still showing promise with a lively fastball.

The pitcher, clearly crestfallen, told reporters afterward:

“It is a bitter pill, gentlemen. I was only beginning to feel like I might contribute to the club, and now I must stand aside. Still, I mean to take my medicine, heal properly, and return next season stronger. Baseball has given me a chance, and I do not intend to let it go.”

Manager Clark Griffith, who has already seen his club beset by injuries and inconsistency, expressed sympathy for the youngster while looking ahead:

“It is hard to see any lad go down, especially one with as much heart as Dupee. He has not had the easiest start, but he never shirked a challenge. We’ll get along as best we can without him, but I hope he takes the time to mend and returns to us ready to fight another year.”

The victory brought Chicago to 31–41, but with Dupee’s misfortune adding to their troubles, the White Sox’s campaign grows no easier.

09-09-2025, 11:47 AM	#55
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 9,263	Dupee Season over WHITE SOX LOSE PITCHER DUPEE FOR SEASON — BACK INJURY ENDS YOUNGSTER’S CAMPAIGN By Samuel T. Kingsley, Sporting Times July 13th, 1902 The already difficult season of the Chicago White Sox received further misfortune yesterday as relief pitcher Frank Dupee was lost for the remainder of the year. The young right-hander, only 25 years of age, suffered a severe back injury during the club’s 3–2, 11-inning victory over the St. Louis Browns. Called upon to open the top of the 11th, Dupee delivered but a handful of pitches before suddenly halting his motion and clutching at his back. The sight alarmed both players and supporters alike, and he was helped from the field by teammates. Early hopes for a minor strain were dashed when club physicians announced that Dupee had suffered a torn muscle in his back, an injury expected to sideline him for five months — in effect ending his season. Dupee’s campaign had been brief and troubled. In six relief appearances, he carried a 1–1 record with a high 10.80 earned run average, struggling to find his command but still showing promise with a lively fastball. The pitcher, clearly crestfallen, told reporters afterward: “It is a bitter pill, gentlemen. I was only beginning to feel like I might contribute to the club, and now I must stand aside. Still, I mean to take my medicine, heal properly, and return next season stronger. Baseball has given me a chance, and I do not intend to let it go.” Manager Clark Griffith, who has already seen his club beset by injuries and inconsistency, expressed sympathy for the youngster while looking ahead: “It is hard to see any lad go down, especially one with as much heart as Dupee. He has not had the easiest start, but he never shirked a challenge. We’ll get along as best we can without him, but I hope he takes the time to mend and returns to us ready to fight another year.” The victory brought Chicago to 31–41, but with Dupee’s misfortune adding to their troubles, the White Sox’s campaign grows no easier.