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amead17 · 11-21-2025, 02:04 AM

SPORTING TIMES — AUGUST 24, 1910
By Arthur H. Leland, Sporting Times

WAGNER REACHES 2,500 HITS AS PIRATES BLANK PHILLIES, 3–0
Pittsburgh Veteran Marks Milestone in Season of Frustration

PITTSBURGH, Aug. 24 — The Pittsburgh Pirates, whose pennant hopes have wavered and dipped throughout the summer, enjoyed a welcome bright spot this afternoon at Exposition Park as they shut out the Philadelphia Phillies, 3 to 0, bringing their season mark to 56–60.

The victory was notable, but the moment that brought the crowd roaring to its feet came in the eighth inning, when Honus Wagner, the incomparable titan of the Pittsburgh infield, collected the 2,500th hit of his illustrious career.

With the Pirates already holding a 3–0 advantage, Wagner opened the home half of the eighth by driving a clean, well-struck single past the first baseman. Though the inning yielded no further runs and the great shortstop was left stranded, the hit itself stood as a testament to his enduring excellence.

Wagner finished the day 1-for-4, raising his season average to .295, and continues to show remarkable consistency at 36 years of age. Since debuting in 1897, he has fashioned a career batting mark of .329, a figure placing him among the finest ever to play the game.

After the contest, Wagner received the milestone in his customary modest way.
“I’ve just tried to put the bat on the ball for all these years,” he said with a shrug. “If a few more of them have fallen in than I ever expected, I’m thankful for it.”

Pirates manager Jason Leach praised his shortstop’s durability and example.
“Honus is the kind of ballplayer a club builds itself around,” Leach remarked. “He shows up every day, works harder than anyone, and still finds a way to make history. The boys feed off that.”

In a season marked by inconsistency, Wagner’s milestone provided Pittsburgh fans with a moment of enduring pride—proof that even in a turbulent campaign, greatness remains constant.

11-21-2025, 02:04 AM	#421
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 8,850	Honus Wagner 2500 Hits SPORTING TIMES — AUGUST 24, 1910 By Arthur H. Leland, Sporting Times WAGNER REACHES 2,500 HITS AS PIRATES BLANK PHILLIES, 3–0 Pittsburgh Veteran Marks Milestone in Season of Frustration PITTSBURGH, Aug. 24 — The Pittsburgh Pirates, whose pennant hopes have wavered and dipped throughout the summer, enjoyed a welcome bright spot this afternoon at Exposition Park as they shut out the Philadelphia Phillies, 3 to 0, bringing their season mark to 56–60. The victory was notable, but the moment that brought the crowd roaring to its feet came in the eighth inning, when Honus Wagner, the incomparable titan of the Pittsburgh infield, collected the 2,500th hit of his illustrious career. With the Pirates already holding a 3–0 advantage, Wagner opened the home half of the eighth by driving a clean, well-struck single past the first baseman. Though the inning yielded no further runs and the great shortstop was left stranded, the hit itself stood as a testament to his enduring excellence. Wagner finished the day 1-for-4, raising his season average to .295, and continues to show remarkable consistency at 36 years of age. Since debuting in 1897, he has fashioned a career batting mark of .329, a figure placing him among the finest ever to play the game. After the contest, Wagner received the milestone in his customary modest way. “I’ve just tried to put the bat on the ball for all these years,” he said with a shrug. “If a few more of them have fallen in than I ever expected, I’m thankful for it.” Pirates manager Jason Leach praised his shortstop’s durability and example. “Honus is the kind of ballplayer a club builds itself around,” Leach remarked. “He shows up every day, works harder than anyone, and still finds a way to make history. The boys feed off that.” In a season marked by inconsistency, Wagner’s milestone provided Pittsburgh fans with a moment of enduring pride—proof that even in a turbulent campaign, greatness remains constant.