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amead17 · 09-26-2025, 01:35 PM

JOE KELLEY REACHES 2,000 HITS AS BEANEATERS EDGE SUPERBAS

By Charles H. Wentworth, Sporting Times
June 25, 1904

Boston veteran marks milestone in 4–3 triumph at Brooklyn

The Boston Beaneaters came away from Brooklyn today with a narrow 4–3 victory over the Superbas, and in so doing witnessed a moment of lasting significance for one of baseball’s most reliable hitters. Veteran outfielder Joe Kelley collected the 2,000th hit of his illustrious career, cementing his place among the game’s greats.

Kelley’s milestone arrived promptly in the first inning, when he laced a clean single to center. Though the knock did not result in a run, it assured his name further distinction in the record books. On the afternoon, Kelley went 2-for-4 with a walk and a run scored, lifting his season average to .257.

For his career, Kelley is a .325 hitter, having plied his trade since 1891, when he broke into the majors as a 19-year-old. A seasoned campaigner now in his 30s, he has worn the Beaneaters’ colors since 1902, after arriving in Boston via trade.

Speaking after the contest, Kelley was quick to deflect the praise. “Two thousand hits—it sounds like a great number, and I’m proud to have reached it,” he said with a smile. “But every hit I’ve ever made only counts if it helps the club win. I’m glad today it came in a victory.”

Manager Frank Selee, who has guided the Beaneaters through many a hard-fought season, lauded his veteran’s accomplishment. “Joe Kelley has been the sort of ballplayer every manager wishes to write in the lineup,” Selee remarked. “Two thousand hits do not come by accident—it’s the result of years of discipline, steady play, and no small measure of talent. Boston is fortunate to have him.”

Though the Beaneaters remain below the break-even mark at 29–34, the club hopes that Kelley’s achievement will inspire steadier fortunes as the season presses on.

09-26-2025, 01:35 PM	#142
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 8,867	Joe Kelley 2000 hits JOE KELLEY REACHES 2,000 HITS AS BEANEATERS EDGE SUPERBAS By Charles H. Wentworth, Sporting Times June 25, 1904 Boston veteran marks milestone in 4–3 triumph at Brooklyn The Boston Beaneaters came away from Brooklyn today with a narrow 4–3 victory over the Superbas, and in so doing witnessed a moment of lasting significance for one of baseball’s most reliable hitters. Veteran outfielder Joe Kelley collected the 2,000th hit of his illustrious career, cementing his place among the game’s greats. Kelley’s milestone arrived promptly in the first inning, when he laced a clean single to center. Though the knock did not result in a run, it assured his name further distinction in the record books. On the afternoon, Kelley went 2-for-4 with a walk and a run scored, lifting his season average to .257. For his career, Kelley is a .325 hitter, having plied his trade since 1891, when he broke into the majors as a 19-year-old. A seasoned campaigner now in his 30s, he has worn the Beaneaters’ colors since 1902, after arriving in Boston via trade. Speaking after the contest, Kelley was quick to deflect the praise. “Two thousand hits—it sounds like a great number, and I’m proud to have reached it,” he said with a smile. “But every hit I’ve ever made only counts if it helps the club win. I’m glad today it came in a victory.” Manager Frank Selee, who has guided the Beaneaters through many a hard-fought season, lauded his veteran’s accomplishment. “Joe Kelley has been the sort of ballplayer every manager wishes to write in the lineup,” Selee remarked. “Two thousand hits do not come by accident—it’s the result of years of discipline, steady play, and no small measure of talent. Boston is fortunate to have him.” Though the Beaneaters remain below the break-even mark at 29–34, the club hopes that Kelley’s achievement will inspire steadier fortunes as the season presses on.