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amead17 · 10-14-2025, 01:01 PM

HOY’S 2,500TH HIT HIGHLIGHTS WHITE SOX VICTORY

Veteran Outfielder’s Three-Run Blow Leads Chicago Past Athletics, 5–2

By Samuel T. Kingsley, Sporting Times
June 6, 1906 – Chicago, Ill.

At 44 years of age, most ballplayers have long since hung up their spikes. But William “Dummy” Hoy continues to defy time and expectation. In today’s contest at South Side Park, the venerable outfielder notched the 2,500th base hit of his storied career and drove the Chicago White Sox to a 5–2 triumph over the visiting Philadelphia Athletics.

Hoy’s day at the plate was one to remember. The veteran went three for four, scoring once and collecting four runs batted in. His landmark hit came in the fifth inning—a mighty drive over the right-field fence that brought home three runs and sent the home crowd into a prolonged ovation. The blow broke a 2–2 tie and provided the margin of victory for Chicago, which now stands at 27–19 on the season.

For the year, Hoy is batting .265, a respectable figure for a man who first broke into the major leagues in 1888. Over the course of a long and distinguished career with numerous clubs, he has maintained a lifetime average of .280, though his numbers have dipped somewhat in recent seasons.

After the game, Hoy was modest as ever when approached by reporters.

“I’ve just tried to do my part for the club,” he said through his familiar interpreter. “It means something to reach 2,500, but what matters most is helping us win. The young fellows keep me feeling alive out there.”

White Sox manager Clark Griffith praised his veteran’s example both on and off the field.

“Hoy’s been a steady hand all season,” Griffith remarked. “He’s the sort of player every man in that clubhouse looks up to. You can’t measure what he brings to this team in figures alone.”

As the White Sox continue their push in the American League race, the grand old man of baseball proves he still has more to offer. On this June afternoon, William Hoy reminded everyone that experience—and heart—can still rule the diamond.

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amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 8,867	Dummy Hoy 2500 hits HOY’S 2,500TH HIT HIGHLIGHTS WHITE SOX VICTORY Veteran Outfielder’s Three-Run Blow Leads Chicago Past Athletics, 5–2 By Samuel T. Kingsley, Sporting Times June 6, 1906 – Chicago, Ill. At 44 years of age, most ballplayers have long since hung up their spikes. But William “Dummy” Hoy continues to defy time and expectation. In today’s contest at South Side Park, the venerable outfielder notched the 2,500th base hit of his storied career and drove the Chicago White Sox to a 5–2 triumph over the visiting Philadelphia Athletics. Hoy’s day at the plate was one to remember. The veteran went three for four, scoring once and collecting four runs batted in. His landmark hit came in the fifth inning—a mighty drive over the right-field fence that brought home three runs and sent the home crowd into a prolonged ovation. The blow broke a 2–2 tie and provided the margin of victory for Chicago, which now stands at 27–19 on the season. For the year, Hoy is batting .265, a respectable figure for a man who first broke into the major leagues in 1888. Over the course of a long and distinguished career with numerous clubs, he has maintained a lifetime average of .280, though his numbers have dipped somewhat in recent seasons. After the game, Hoy was modest as ever when approached by reporters. “I’ve just tried to do my part for the club,” he said through his familiar interpreter. “It means something to reach 2,500, but what matters most is helping us win. The young fellows keep me feeling alive out there.” White Sox manager Clark Griffith praised his veteran’s example both on and off the field. “Hoy’s been a steady hand all season,” Griffith remarked. “He’s the sort of player every man in that clubhouse looks up to. You can’t measure what he brings to this team in figures alone.” As the White Sox continue their push in the American League race, the grand old man of baseball proves he still has more to offer. On this June afternoon, William Hoy reminded everyone that experience—and heart—can still rule the diamond.