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amead17 · 10-17-2025, 08:32 AM

SENATORS FALL TO TIGERS 6–2 — MERCER’S RETURN CUT SHORT BY ELBOW INJURY

Washington Hurler Faces Long Recovery After Torn Tendon Ends Season

By Samuel T. Kingsley, Sporting Times
September 23, 1906

The Washington Senators, showing flashes of improvement throughout the season, endured a rough afternoon in Detroit as they dropped a 6–2 decision to the Tigers. The defeat left Washington at 75–68 for the year, but the real blow came in the form of another setback — this time to pitcher Win Mercer, whose long-awaited return to the mound ended abruptly.

Mercer, making only his second relief appearance of the season since being called up in September, faced just one batter before disaster struck. As he delivered a pitch, he immediately clutched his right elbow, grimacing in pain. The medical staff rushed to the field, and it was quickly clear that the veteran’s day was over.

Subsequent examination confirmed the Senators’ worst fears — a torn flexor tendon, an injury that will sideline Mercer for nine months. It is a cruel turn for the 32-year-old hurler, who has been fighting to regain his place in the club’s rotation after several seasons marked by loss of form.

In limited duty this season, Mercer had shown promise, tossing two innings of scoreless relief while posting a 1–0 record and a 0.00 ERA. Those brief outings hinted at the steadiness that once made him a reliable arm for Washington.

Speaking afterward, Mercer managed a brave face despite the setback. “It’s a hard one to take,” he admitted. “I’ve worked all year to get back, and to have it end like this is bitter. Still, I’ll do the work, same as before. I’ve come back once — I’ll do it again.”

Manager Chase Stone praised his pitcher’s perseverance while acknowledging the difficult road ahead. “Win’s a fighter,” Stone said. “He’s had more than his share of bad luck, but no one works harder to get himself right. We’ll be pulling for him every step of the way. It’s a tough loss for him and for this ball club.”

Though the Senators’ hopes for climbing further up the standings remain alive, Mercer’s untimely injury cast a shadow over an otherwise ordinary defeat — a sobering reminder of baseball’s unforgiving toll as the season winds down.

10-17-2025, 08:32 AM	#233
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 8,695	Win Mercer Injured SENATORS FALL TO TIGERS 6–2 — MERCER’S RETURN CUT SHORT BY ELBOW INJURY Washington Hurler Faces Long Recovery After Torn Tendon Ends Season By Samuel T. Kingsley, Sporting Times September 23, 1906 The Washington Senators, showing flashes of improvement throughout the season, endured a rough afternoon in Detroit as they dropped a 6–2 decision to the Tigers. The defeat left Washington at 75–68 for the year, but the real blow came in the form of another setback — this time to pitcher Win Mercer, whose long-awaited return to the mound ended abruptly. Mercer, making only his second relief appearance of the season since being called up in September, faced just one batter before disaster struck. As he delivered a pitch, he immediately clutched his right elbow, grimacing in pain. The medical staff rushed to the field, and it was quickly clear that the veteran’s day was over. Subsequent examination confirmed the Senators’ worst fears — a torn flexor tendon, an injury that will sideline Mercer for nine months. It is a cruel turn for the 32-year-old hurler, who has been fighting to regain his place in the club’s rotation after several seasons marked by loss of form. In limited duty this season, Mercer had shown promise, tossing two innings of scoreless relief while posting a 1–0 record and a 0.00 ERA. Those brief outings hinted at the steadiness that once made him a reliable arm for Washington. Speaking afterward, Mercer managed a brave face despite the setback. “It’s a hard one to take,” he admitted. “I’ve worked all year to get back, and to have it end like this is bitter. Still, I’ll do the work, same as before. I’ve come back once — I’ll do it again.” Manager Chase Stone praised his pitcher’s perseverance while acknowledging the difficult road ahead. “Win’s a fighter,” Stone said. “He’s had more than his share of bad luck, but no one works harder to get himself right. We’ll be pulling for him every step of the way. It’s a tough loss for him and for this ball club.” Though the Senators’ hopes for climbing further up the standings remain alive, Mercer’s untimely injury cast a shadow over an otherwise ordinary defeat — a sobering reminder of baseball’s unforgiving toll as the season winds down.