Shohei Ohtani extends on‑base streak to 44 games, breaks Ichiro record
sportsApr 11, 20266188
Shohei Ohtani reached base in 44 consecutive regular-season games, breaking Ichiro Suzuki's mark for Japanese-born MLB players. The streak dates back to last August and became an active run this season. In the next game he homered off Jack Leiter, a 390-foot, 104.5 mph leadoff shot that pushed the active streak to 45 games. Statcast reclassified one of his pitches as a changeup, highlighting development in his 'project' pitch and underlining how complete his performance has been.
Key Highlights
Ohtani reached base in 44 straight regular-season games, breaking Ichiro's record.
He homered off Jack Leiter, a 390-foot shot at 104.5 mph.
Statcast reclassified one of his pitches as a changeup, showing development.
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