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amead17 · 02-23-2026, 01:28 PM

CRAWFORD REACHES 3,000-HIT SUMMIT AS SOX TOP INDIANS
Veteran First Sacker Marks Milestone in 5–3 Chicago Triumph

By Charles H. Wentworth, Sporting Times
May 6th 1918

Though the passing seasons may have taken a measure of their toll, the bat of veteran first baseman Sam Crawford still speaks with authority. This afternoon, before the home faithful, Crawford inscribed his name yet more deeply into the game’s annals by collecting the 3,000th hit of his distinguished career, as the Chicago White Sox overcame the Cleveland Indians, 5 to 3.

It was not an afternoon of gaudy totals for the seasoned campaigner. Crawford went 1 for 3 at the plate, yet that solitary safety proved historic. With the score knotted at two runs apiece in the bottom of the seventh inning, he lashed a long triple into right center field, the ball carrying with vintage authority. Though the Sox were unable to bring him home in that frame, the blow itself secured his place among the rare company of three-thousand-hit men.

For the present season, Crawford’s batting mark stands at .226, a figure below his career average of .294. Even so, his steady hand and seasoned eye have been sufficient to maintain his position in the starting nine. Over the span of his career, he has also amassed 118 home runs, driven in 1,362 runs, and crossed the plate 1,478 times—figures that testify to long years of consistent service.

“I have swung the bat a great many times,” Crawford remarked modestly after the contest. “To have reached three thousand hits is an honor I value deeply, but I am more pleased that we carried off the victory.”

Manager Peek-a-Boo Veach was generous in his praise. “Crawford’s name has long been spoken with respect,” he said. “What he did today speaks for itself. He has given this club steady play, and it is fitting that such a mark should come in a winning game.”

The triumph advances Chicago’s record to 12 victories against 9 defeats. While the season remains young, the day shall be remembered less for its standings than for the enduring accomplishment of a veteran who continues to serve his club with distinction.

02-23-2026, 01:28 PM	#793
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 9,275	CRAWFORD REACHES 3,000-HIT SUMMIT AS SOX TOP INDIANS Veteran First Sacker Marks Milestone in 5–3 Chicago Triumph By Charles H. Wentworth, Sporting Times May 6th 1918 Though the passing seasons may have taken a measure of their toll, the bat of veteran first baseman Sam Crawford still speaks with authority. This afternoon, before the home faithful, Crawford inscribed his name yet more deeply into the game’s annals by collecting the 3,000th hit of his distinguished career, as the Chicago White Sox overcame the Cleveland Indians, 5 to 3. It was not an afternoon of gaudy totals for the seasoned campaigner. Crawford went 1 for 3 at the plate, yet that solitary safety proved historic. With the score knotted at two runs apiece in the bottom of the seventh inning, he lashed a long triple into right center field, the ball carrying with vintage authority. Though the Sox were unable to bring him home in that frame, the blow itself secured his place among the rare company of three-thousand-hit men. For the present season, Crawford’s batting mark stands at .226, a figure below his career average of .294. Even so, his steady hand and seasoned eye have been sufficient to maintain his position in the starting nine. Over the span of his career, he has also amassed 118 home runs, driven in 1,362 runs, and crossed the plate 1,478 times—figures that testify to long years of consistent service. “I have swung the bat a great many times,” Crawford remarked modestly after the contest. “To have reached three thousand hits is an honor I value deeply, but I am more pleased that we carried off the victory.” Manager Peek-a-Boo Veach was generous in his praise. “Crawford’s name has long been spoken with respect,” he said. “What he did today speaks for itself. He has given this club steady play, and it is fitting that such a mark should come in a winning game.” The triumph advances Chicago’s record to 12 victories against 9 defeats. While the season remains young, the day shall be remembered less for its standings than for the enduring accomplishment of a veteran who continues to serve his club with distinction.