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Murakami's Fifth Straight Homer Ties Rookie Record

4/23/2026

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Summary

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Munetaka Murakami homered in his fifth consecutive game on April 22-23, 2026 at Chase Field, tying MLB rookie and White Sox records for consecutive home runs.
He hit a 451-foot blast off Ryan Thompson for his 10th homer, placing him second in the majors with 10 homers in 24 games.
Manager Will Venable praised Murakami’s swing decisions and .256 average with a 1.026 OPS, noting his two-year, $34 million contract.

History

Historical Context

In 1987, Mark McGwire set a rookie record with 49 home runs, breaking Al Rosen's previous record of 37. This achievement underscored the growing emphasis on offensive performance in Major League Baseball, a trend that continues today, as seen in Munetaka Murakami's recent home run streak. McGwire's record stood until Aaron Judge surpassed it in 2017, reflecting the ongoing evolution of the sport.

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Munetaka Murakami homered in his fifth consecutive game on April 22-23, 2026 at Chase Field, tying MLB rookie and White Sox records for consecutive home runs.
He hit a 451-foot blast off Ryan Thompson for his 10th homer, placing him second in the majors with 10 homers in 24 games.
Manager Will Venable praised Murakami’s swing decisions and .256 average with a 1.026 OPS, noting his two-year, $34 million contract.

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