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Today in History: Cal Ripken Jr. shatters Gehrig's streak record

9/6/2026

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On September 6, Cal Ripken Jr. entered his 2,131st straight game, surpassing Lou Gehrig’s 56-year streak of consecutive Major League appearances. Ripken, a two-time AL MVP and 19-time All-Star, broke the record that required a player to play or bat in every team game, cementing his “Iron Man” legacy.

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On September 6, Cal Ripken Jr. entered his 2,131st straight game, surpassing Lou Gehrig’s 56-year streak of consecutive Major League appearances. Ripken, a two-time AL MVP and 19-time All-Star, broke the record that required a player to play or bat in every team game, cementing his “Iron Man” legacy.