1922 Tigers' Rigney misses toss to Clark, ball remains in play.
This page from the 1923 Spalding's Official Base Ball Guide features a photograph capturing a moment in a baseball game. The image shows Rigney, the shortstop for the Detroit team, attempting to throw out Witt, who is sliding, at second base. Clark is positioned to receive the throw, but the photograph illustrates Rigney's failure to complete the play successfully. This snapshot is part of the Daily News, New York collection. Such moments are emblematic of the fast-paced and dynamic defensive plays that characterized early 20th-century baseball. Detroit's roster during this era included notable players, contributing to the team's competitive presence in Major League Baseball.