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Matt Olson Eyes Franchise Record Amid 746-Game Streak

8/21/2025

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Summary

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Matt Olson's 746 consecutive games is the 12th-longest streak in MLB history and fourth-longest since 1969.
He has played 612 games with the Braves and needs 129 to set the franchise record.
Olson's season stats include a .273 batting average, 19 home runs, and a recent 4-for-5 game against the White Sox.
He leads MLB with 15 defensive runs saved and is a contender for the Gold Glove award.
Olson aims to surpass Stan Musial's 895 games next season and reach 1,000 games by 2027.

History

Historical Context

Cal Ripken Jr. began his legendary streak of 2,632 consecutive games in 1987, surpassing Lou Gehrig's long-standing record of 2,130 games. This achievement, which lasted over 16 years, set a new standard for player durability in Major League Baseball. Today, players like Matt Olson, with an active streak of 746 games, continue to pursue such milestones, emphasizing consistency and resilience in the sport.

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Story summary

Matt Olson's 746 consecutive games is the 12th-longest streak in MLB history and fourth-longest since 1969.
He has played 612 games with the Braves and needs 129 to set the franchise record.
Olson's season stats include a .273 batting average, 19 home runs, and a recent 4-for-5 game against the White Sox.
He leads MLB with 15 defensive runs saved and is a contender for the Gold Glove award.
Olson aims to surpass Stan Musial's 895 games next season and reach 1,000 games by 2027.

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