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Cal Ripken Jr. of the Baltimore Orioles plays in his 2,131st consecutive game, breaking a record that had stood for 56 years.
Cal Ripken Jr. breaks Lou Gehrig's consecutive games played record with his 2,131st straight game.
On September 6, 1995, Orioles shortstop Cal Ripken Jr. took the field against the California Angels in his 2,131st consecutive Major League Baseball game, surpassing Lou Gehrig's 56-year-old record.
The milestone was celebrated by fans at Camden Yards with a standing ovation in the eighth inning.
Known as the 'Iron Man' of baseball, Ripken's durability and dedication earned him admiration across the sport.
He would extend his streak to 2,632 games before voluntarily ending it in 1998, solidifying his place in history.
Ripken's record symbolizes perseverance, professionalism, and the enduring spirit of the game.
That season, Ripken finished with a .267 batting average and helped lead the Orioles to the playoffs.
His achievement remains one of baseball's most iconic and enduring records.
1995
Cal Ripken Jr.
Baltimore Orioles