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amead17 · 09-10-2025, 10:48 AM

GIANTS LOSE McLAUGHLIN FOR SEASON IN 3–2 DEFEAT

By Charles H. Wentworth, Sporting Times
July 25th, 1902

Yesterday proved a day of double misfortune for the New York Giants. Not only did the club fall 3–2 to their crosstown rivals, the Brooklyn Superbas, but they also saw pitcher Warren McLaughlin felled by injury in the middle of his labors.

The 26-year-old right-hander, making only his seventh start of the campaign, had shown determination through 4⅔ innings when he suddenly winced in pain, clutching his back while in the act of delivering a pitch. The Giants’ bench sprang into action, and McLaughlin was promptly removed from the contest.

The Superbas went on to hold their advantage, handing New York another discouraging defeat to drop their record to 34–50. But the larger loss was confirmed afterward when the Giants announced that McLaughlin’s season is finished. Doctors revealed a torn back muscle that will require four to five months of recovery.

McLaughlin, who holds a 3–2 mark with a 3.77 earned run average across 13 appearances this year, was disheartened but spoke with courage following the news.

“It pains me to know my season ends in July,” he admitted. “I felt I was only beginning to find my rhythm. Still, I will take the months needed to heal and return stronger. My hope is to give the Giants my best again when my body allows.”

Manager George Davis, visibly concerned for his young pitcher, offered words of support.

“This is a cruel stroke for Warren,” Davis said. “He has battled through ups and downs, and just as he was settling into his work, misfortune struck. We shall miss him on the mound, but more than that, we shall stand by him as a teammate. I believe he will be back, and when he returns, he’ll be all the wiser for the struggle.”

For the Giants, the pennant hopes of 1902 continue to dim, and now one of their young arms is lost for the year. Yet in McLaughlin’s quiet resolve, the club may find a measure of inspiration amid its trials.

09-10-2025, 10:48 AM	#59
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 9,288	McLaughlin gone for season GIANTS LOSE McLAUGHLIN FOR SEASON IN 3–2 DEFEAT By Charles H. Wentworth, Sporting Times July 25th, 1902 Yesterday proved a day of double misfortune for the New York Giants. Not only did the club fall 3–2 to their crosstown rivals, the Brooklyn Superbas, but they also saw pitcher Warren McLaughlin felled by injury in the middle of his labors. The 26-year-old right-hander, making only his seventh start of the campaign, had shown determination through 4⅔ innings when he suddenly winced in pain, clutching his back while in the act of delivering a pitch. The Giants’ bench sprang into action, and McLaughlin was promptly removed from the contest. The Superbas went on to hold their advantage, handing New York another discouraging defeat to drop their record to 34–50. But the larger loss was confirmed afterward when the Giants announced that McLaughlin’s season is finished. Doctors revealed a torn back muscle that will require four to five months of recovery. McLaughlin, who holds a 3–2 mark with a 3.77 earned run average across 13 appearances this year, was disheartened but spoke with courage following the news. “It pains me to know my season ends in July,” he admitted. “I felt I was only beginning to find my rhythm. Still, I will take the months needed to heal and return stronger. My hope is to give the Giants my best again when my body allows.” Manager George Davis, visibly concerned for his young pitcher, offered words of support. “This is a cruel stroke for Warren,” Davis said. “He has battled through ups and downs, and just as he was settling into his work, misfortune struck. We shall miss him on the mound, but more than that, we shall stand by him as a teammate. I believe he will be back, and when he returns, he’ll be all the wiser for the struggle.” For the Giants, the pennant hopes of 1902 continue to dim, and now one of their young arms is lost for the year. Yet in McLaughlin’s quiet resolve, the club may find a measure of inspiration amid its trials.