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amead17 · 10-22-2025, 11:29 AM

TENNEY SCORES HIS 1,000TH RUN AS PIRATES BLANK CUBS 7–0

Veteran First Baseman Reaches Milestone in Pittsburgh Victory
By Arthur H. Leland, Sporting Times
May 5th, 1907

It was a fine afternoon for baseball in Chicago, though not one the home crowd will remember fondly. The Pittsburgh Pirates, displaying crisp fielding and timely hitting, handed the Chicago Cubs a decisive 7–0 defeat before a restless audience at West Side Grounds. For Pittsburgh’s Fred Tenney, however, the day carried special meaning — the veteran first baseman scored the 1,000th run of his distinguished career.

The moment came in the eighth inning, with the Pirates already enjoying a 3–0 cushion. Tenney worked a patient walk, then advanced to second on an Ed Hahn single. Moments later, George Gibson lined a single to center, and Tenney — reading the play perfectly — rounded third and dashed home, beating the throw by a stride to cross the plate for the milestone run.

Though Tenney went 0-for-3 at the plate, his contributions were anything but absent. He reached base twice — once on a walk and once on an error — and notched both an RBI and a run scored. His batting average now stands at .353, a reflection of his sharp early-season form.

At 35 years of age, Tenney remains a model of consistency and professionalism. Beginning his career in 1894 with the Boston Beaneaters, he has built a reputation as one of the game’s finest first basemen and sharpest thinkers. Now in his first season with Pittsburgh, having joined via trade during the winter, Tenney continues to prove his worth as both a hitter and a leader. His career average of .302 speaks volumes to his longevity and skill.

After the game, Tenney reflected modestly on his achievement.

“I’ve been fortunate to play with good men on good clubs,” he said. “A run’s a run — I’m just glad to keep helping the team win ballgames. The number doesn’t mean as much as being part of a fine ballclub like this one in Pittsburgh.”

Manager Zack Brown was quick to praise his veteran first baseman.

“Fred’s the kind of ballplayer every manager wants,” Brown remarked. “He plays smart, steady baseball and sets an example for the younger fellows. That thousandth run is just the measure of a man who’s been doing things right for a long time.”

With Tenney’s milestone and the club’s 13–8 record, the Pirates have every reason to feel confident as they continue their strong early-season showing.

10-22-2025, 11:29 AM	#258
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 9,257	Fred Tenney 1000th Run TENNEY SCORES HIS 1,000TH RUN AS PIRATES BLANK CUBS 7–0 Veteran First Baseman Reaches Milestone in Pittsburgh Victory By Arthur H. Leland, Sporting Times May 5th, 1907 It was a fine afternoon for baseball in Chicago, though not one the home crowd will remember fondly. The Pittsburgh Pirates, displaying crisp fielding and timely hitting, handed the Chicago Cubs a decisive 7–0 defeat before a restless audience at West Side Grounds. For Pittsburgh’s Fred Tenney, however, the day carried special meaning — the veteran first baseman scored the 1,000th run of his distinguished career. The moment came in the eighth inning, with the Pirates already enjoying a 3–0 cushion. Tenney worked a patient walk, then advanced to second on an Ed Hahn single. Moments later, George Gibson lined a single to center, and Tenney — reading the play perfectly — rounded third and dashed home, beating the throw by a stride to cross the plate for the milestone run. Though Tenney went 0-for-3 at the plate, his contributions were anything but absent. He reached base twice — once on a walk and once on an error — and notched both an RBI and a run scored. His batting average now stands at .353, a reflection of his sharp early-season form. At 35 years of age, Tenney remains a model of consistency and professionalism. Beginning his career in 1894 with the Boston Beaneaters, he has built a reputation as one of the game’s finest first basemen and sharpest thinkers. Now in his first season with Pittsburgh, having joined via trade during the winter, Tenney continues to prove his worth as both a hitter and a leader. His career average of .302 speaks volumes to his longevity and skill. After the game, Tenney reflected modestly on his achievement. “I’ve been fortunate to play with good men on good clubs,” he said. “A run’s a run — I’m just glad to keep helping the team win ballgames. The number doesn’t mean as much as being part of a fine ballclub like this one in Pittsburgh.” Manager Zack Brown was quick to praise his veteran first baseman. “Fred’s the kind of ballplayer every manager wants,” Brown remarked. “He plays smart, steady baseball and sets an example for the younger fellows. That thousandth run is just the measure of a man who’s been doing things right for a long time.” With Tenney’s milestone and the club’s 13–8 record, the Pirates have every reason to feel confident as they continue their strong early-season showing.