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amead17 · 02-11-2026, 12:11 PM

Senators Stretch Streak to Ten with Hard-Fought Victory Over Boston
By George F. Winthrop, Sporting Times
May 7th 1917

The Washington Senators continued their remarkable run of form, though they were forced to labour mightily before securing their tenth consecutive victory, defeating the Boston Red Sox 7–5 at home to move to 15–8 on the young season.

The contest began in troubling fashion for the home nine, as Boston struck swiftly for three runs in the opening inning to claim an early 3–0 advantage. Washington responded steadily, chipping away at the deficit and then moving ahead during a productive middle stretch. By the end of the fourth inning the Senators had seized control with a 7–3 lead, highlighted by a home run from Wally Pipp in the second frame.

With the advantage in hand, the Senators sought to close out proceedings, but Boston refused to go quietly. The Red Sox added a fourth run in the eighth inning and threatened further damage in the ninth. Relief pitcher Chick Brandom, however, stood firm in the closing moments to secure the 7–5 triumph.

At the plate, Tod Sloan led the way for Washington with a flawless afternoon, going 3-for-3 with a walk and two runs batted in, raising his batting average to .348 on the year. Jim Thorpe contributed with a 2-for-4 performance that included two runs scored and two runs batted in, while Happy Felsch added three hits in four trips to the plate and crossed the dish twice.

Hank Robinson earned the victory on the mound, working seven and one-third innings while surrendering five hits and four runs.

Following the game, Sloan remarked, “We kept working at it and never let that early deficit trouble us. Everyone did their part today.” Manager Chase Stone added, “It was not an easy win, but the club showed resolve, and that is what has carried us through this streak.”

02-11-2026, 12:11 PM	#756
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 9,275	Senators Stretch Streak to Ten with Hard-Fought Victory Over Boston By George F. Winthrop, Sporting Times May 7th 1917 The Washington Senators continued their remarkable run of form, though they were forced to labour mightily before securing their tenth consecutive victory, defeating the Boston Red Sox 7–5 at home to move to 15–8 on the young season. The contest began in troubling fashion for the home nine, as Boston struck swiftly for three runs in the opening inning to claim an early 3–0 advantage. Washington responded steadily, chipping away at the deficit and then moving ahead during a productive middle stretch. By the end of the fourth inning the Senators had seized control with a 7–3 lead, highlighted by a home run from Wally Pipp in the second frame. With the advantage in hand, the Senators sought to close out proceedings, but Boston refused to go quietly. The Red Sox added a fourth run in the eighth inning and threatened further damage in the ninth. Relief pitcher Chick Brandom, however, stood firm in the closing moments to secure the 7–5 triumph. At the plate, Tod Sloan led the way for Washington with a flawless afternoon, going 3-for-3 with a walk and two runs batted in, raising his batting average to .348 on the year. Jim Thorpe contributed with a 2-for-4 performance that included two runs scored and two runs batted in, while Happy Felsch added three hits in four trips to the plate and crossed the dish twice. Hank Robinson earned the victory on the mound, working seven and one-third innings while surrendering five hits and four runs. Following the game, Sloan remarked, “We kept working at it and never let that early deficit trouble us. Everyone did their part today.” Manager Chase Stone added, “It was not an easy win, but the club showed resolve, and that is what has carried us through this streak.”