Sánchez Shatters Phillies scoreless streak record!

Cristopher Sánchez has achieved a historic milestone, setting a new Phillies franchise record with 41.2 consecutive scoreless innings pitched as of Wednesday afternoon. This incredible streak eclipses the previous record of 41 innings set by Grover Cleveland Alexander in 1911, a mark that had stood for 115 years. The dominant performance by Sánchez also establishes a new record for lefty pitchers since Major League Baseball's expansion in 1961. He has successfully pitched through challenging situations, overcoming defensive miscues and close calls to maintain his streak.

Sánchez's ERA now stands at an impressive 1.53, underscoring his remarkable transformation into one of the sport's most dominant arms. His current streak places him among the top 10 all-time scoreless streaks in the live-ball era. The 29-year-old from the Dominican Republic, who finished second in Cy Young voting in 2025, has asserted his place as a top-tier starting pitcher with this historic run.