Ty Cobb’s 275th triple makes him the first player ever with 1,000 extra-base hits.

May 31, 1925
Extra Base Hits, Triples
1925, George Uhle, May 31, Navin Field, Ty Cobb

On May 31, 1925 — At Navin Field Ty Cobb’s 9th inning triple off George Uhle is his 275th triple makes him the first player ever with 1,000 extra-base hits. He will finish his career with 1,136 extra-base hits, the all-time record until Babe Ruth passes him on June 21, 1931. The Tigers will however lose the game 6-3.

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