A ticket from the day Pete Rose reached career hit No. 4,191 and tied the total officially credited to Ty Cobb.
Why This Ticket Matters
On September 8, 1985, Pete Rose collected two hits for the Cincinnati Reds against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. His fifth-inning single was career hit No. 4,191, matching Ty Cobb’s then-recognized major-league record.
The game ended in a 5–5 tie after nine innings when darkness prevented further play. Three days later in Cincinnati, Rose recorded hit No. 4,192.
Later historical research has questioned Cobb’s official hit total, so this ticket is best understood in the context of the record as Major League Baseball recognized and celebrated it at the time.
Seller’s note: Historical information in this “Why This Ticket Matters” section is presented for general context and has not been independently verified for correctness.
Ticket Details
- Date: September 8, 1985
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds
- Venue: Wrigley Field, Chicago
- Result: 5–5 tie after nine innings; game called because of darkness
- Milestone: Pete Rose’s 4,191st career hit
Condition: Vintage ticket stubs may show wear from age and handling, such as creases, edge wear, small tears, markings, stains, fading, or paper loss. We describe each ticket as fairly as we can. Please review the photos, and feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.
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September 8, 1985, Reds versus Cubs - Pete Rose Ties Ty Cobb - Hit 4191
A ticket from the day Pete Rose reached career hit No. 4,191 and tied the total officially credited to Ty Cobb.
Why This Ticket Matters
On September 8, 1985, Pete Rose collected two hits for the Cincinnati Reds against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. His fifth-inning single was career hit No. 4,191, matching Ty Cobb’s then-recognized major-league record.
The game ended in a 5–5 tie after nine innings when darkness prevented further play. Three days later in Cincinnati, Rose recorded hit No. 4,192.
Later historical research has questioned Cobb’s official hit total, so this ticket is best understood in the context of the record as Major League Baseball recognized and celebrated it at the time.
Seller’s note: Historical information in this “Why This Ticket Matters” section is presented for general context and has not been independently verified for correctness.
Ticket Details
- Date: September 8, 1985
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds
- Venue: Wrigley Field, Chicago
- Result: 5–5 tie after nine innings; game called because of darkness
- Milestone: Pete Rose’s 4,191st career hit
Condition: Vintage ticket stubs may show wear from age and handling, such as creases, edge wear, small tears, markings, stains, fading, or paper loss. We describe each ticket as fairly as we can. Please review the photos, and feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.