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amead17 · 10-04-2025, 08:15 AM

SELBACH CROSSES MILESTONE AS ATHLETICS DEFEAT SENATORS

By Samuel T. Kingsley, Sporting Times

Philadelphia, May 4, 1905 – The Philadelphia Athletics continued their strong opening to the campaign this afternoon, dispatching the Washington Senators by a score of 4 to 1 before an appreciative home crowd. The contest carried an added note of distinction, for in the second inning Kip Selbach, the veteran right fielder, tallied the 1,000th run of his career.

The landmark came in workmanlike fashion. Selbach coaxed a leadoff walk, advanced to third on Lave Cross’s single, and came trotting home when Joe Sugden grounded to second. That tally stood as one of four plated by the Athletics, sufficient for their twelfth triumph of the season, raising the club’s mark to 12–6.

Selbach, now 33 years of age, contributed a 1-for-3 day at the plate, adding the walk and his historic run. His average sits at .254 on the young season. Over the course of his career, which began in 1894 when he was but twenty-two, Selbach has posted a respectable .290 lifetime average. Since arriving in Philadelphia by trade in 1902, he has become a steady hand in the outfield and at the dish.

Speaking after the game, Selbach showed his customary humility. “I’ve never thought much about counting runs, only about finding ways to help the club win,” he remarked. “To cross that line a thousand times means I’ve been fortunate to play with good men who could bring me around. I’m grateful, but more pleased that it came in a victory.”

Manager Chris Smith lauded his veteran. “Kip’s the sort of player every manager hopes to have – steady, reliable, and always playing the game the right way,” he said. “One thousand runs is a testament to both his skill and his perseverance. The younger fellows would do well to learn from his example.”

With the Athletics holding firm near the top of the American League, Philadelphia supporters have reason to cheer, and Selbach’s milestone only added luster to a fine afternoon of base ball.

10-04-2025, 08:15 AM	#173
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 8,814	Kip Selbach 1000 runs SELBACH CROSSES MILESTONE AS ATHLETICS DEFEAT SENATORS By Samuel T. Kingsley, Sporting Times Philadelphia, May 4, 1905 – The Philadelphia Athletics continued their strong opening to the campaign this afternoon, dispatching the Washington Senators by a score of 4 to 1 before an appreciative home crowd. The contest carried an added note of distinction, for in the second inning Kip Selbach, the veteran right fielder, tallied the 1,000th run of his career. The landmark came in workmanlike fashion. Selbach coaxed a leadoff walk, advanced to third on Lave Cross’s single, and came trotting home when Joe Sugden grounded to second. That tally stood as one of four plated by the Athletics, sufficient for their twelfth triumph of the season, raising the club’s mark to 12–6. Selbach, now 33 years of age, contributed a 1-for-3 day at the plate, adding the walk and his historic run. His average sits at .254 on the young season. Over the course of his career, which began in 1894 when he was but twenty-two, Selbach has posted a respectable .290 lifetime average. Since arriving in Philadelphia by trade in 1902, he has become a steady hand in the outfield and at the dish. Speaking after the game, Selbach showed his customary humility. “I’ve never thought much about counting runs, only about finding ways to help the club win,” he remarked. “To cross that line a thousand times means I’ve been fortunate to play with good men who could bring me around. I’m grateful, but more pleased that it came in a victory.” Manager Chris Smith lauded his veteran. “Kip’s the sort of player every manager hopes to have – steady, reliable, and always playing the game the right way,” he said. “One thousand runs is a testament to both his skill and his perseverance. The younger fellows would do well to learn from his example.” With the Athletics holding firm near the top of the American League, Philadelphia supporters have reason to cheer, and Selbach’s milestone only added luster to a fine afternoon of base ball.