Hump Day History


 On this day in 1941, Joe DiMaggio extended his hitting streak to 56 games, a record which still stands.

The record had previously been 45 games, set by Willie Keeler in 1896-97.

Pete Rose came closest in 1978, with 44 games.

DiMaggio was an All-Star in each of his 13 seasons.

Last night was the 2025 All-Star game, and it ended on a tie - instead of extra innings, we got a home run swing off, and it was a lot of fun!  History was made as the first game to end like that.

Kyle Schwarber of the Phillies went 3 for 3 in the final, but didn't rank in the actual derby.

That winner was catcher Cal Raleigh from the Mariners.

When DiMaggio retired in 1951 he ranked 9th in career homers with 361.  He now sits 87th.



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