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Orioles Legend Cal Ripken Jr. Honored for Unbreakable 2,632-Game Streak
14 Aug
Summary
- Cal Ripken Jr. broke Lou Gehrig's 56-year-old record of 2,130 consecutive games played
- Ripken went on to play 2,632 consecutive games, a record that still stands
- Ripken spent his entire 21-year MLB career with the Baltimore Orioles
In September 2025, the Baltimore Orioles will celebrate the 30th anniversary of Cal Ripken Jr. breaking Lou Gehrig's long-standing record for consecutive games played. Back in 1995, Ripken surpassed Gehrig's mark of 2,130 games, a record that had stood for 56 years. Ripken went on to play in 2,632 consecutive games for the Orioles, a streak that still stands as the MLB record.
Ripken spent his entire 21-year career in Baltimore, from 1981 to 2001, playing both third base and shortstop. He quickly emerged as a star, winning the American League Rookie of the Year award in 1982. Over the course of his illustrious career, Ripken became a 19-time All-Star, a two-time AL MVP, an eight-time Silver Slugger, and a two-time Gold Glove winner. He was also a key member of the Orioles' 1983 World Series championship team.
Ripken's remarkable durability and consistency cemented his legacy as one of the greatest players in Orioles history and MLB history. The team and league will honor this iconic player for his unbreakable record and his immense contributions to the game of baseball.
