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Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 3

Blue Jays’ George Springer joins Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig in MLB history

George Springer is doing incredible things for the Toronto Blue Jays, and his recent surge has placed him in MLB history. Over a remarkable 45-game stretch, he has recorded 66 hits, 50 runs, 39 RBI, 16 home runs, and nine stolen bases.

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25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

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The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?

The '2000's AL and NL MVPs' quiz

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The 'Highest slugging percentage in a season' quiz

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 7

Corbin Carroll stays hot after joining Joe DiMaggio and Lou Gehrig in exclusive statistical club

Corbin Carroll continues to lead for the Arizona Diamondbacks during the 2025 MLB season and is making history along the way. One of the leaders and faces of the franchise, Carroll has been doing his best to keep the D-Backs fighting through a tough season.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 21

All-MLB Hall of Fame team: Which legends make the cut?

Baseball's next Hall of Fame class will be enshrined for posterity on Sunday in Cooperstown, New York.

One player from each AL club who deserved more HOF consideration

One player from each NL club who deserved more HOF consideration

Ten most egregious MLB Hall of Fame snubs by position

The 20 greatest MLB managers who never won a World Series

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 19

Dodgers’ Freddie Freeman equals Lou Gehrig with first hit after All-Star break

In a matchup of potential playoff teams, the Los Angeles Dodgers and Milwaukee Brewers began a three-game set to open the season’s second half. At the moment, Milwaukee is leading the Dodgers 2-0 in the seventh inning.

New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / June 9

Aaron Judge Ties Lou Gehrig in Impressive Category in New York Yankees History

The New York Yankees dropped the series finale against the Boston Red Sox on Sunday night, despite the efforts of Aaron Judge. Judge went 3-for-4 with two home runs and four RBIs, raising his batting average to .396 and his home run total to 23.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 8

Freddie Freeman Nominated For Lou Gehrig Award & Gifts Dodgers Wheelchair To Former Whittier High School Baseball Coach

Freddie Freeman is among the finalists for the 2025 Lou Gehrig Award, which is presented annually bythe Phi Delta Theta International Fraternity to the player who best exemplifies the spirit and character of the beloved New York Yankees Hall of Famer, both on and off the field.

New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / June 6

Aaron Judge is Ahead of Mickey Mantle and Lou Gehrig in Awesome Baseball History

The New York Yankees beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-0 on Thursday night, taking the series from the American League contenders. Cody Bellinger provided a big home run in the win, while Aaron Judge went 1-for-1 with a double and two walks, raising his average to .392.

Athletics News / Fastball on SI / May 11

Aaron Judge is Approaching Lou Gehrig on Special List in New York Yankees History

The New York Yankees lost to the Athletics 11-7 on Saturday afternoon in West Sacramento, Calif. New York surrendered seven runs in the seventh and eighth innings combined in the defeat, dropping to 22-17.

New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / April 30

New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge Joins Lou Gehrig, Mickey Mantle in Franchise History

The New York Yankees' offense exploded right off the bat against the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday, and Aaron Judge was once again in the middle of their historic performance.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / April 26

Aaron Judge Turns 33 Years Old and Makes History Not Seen Since Lou Gehrig

The New York Yankees lost to the Toronto Blue Jays 4-2 on Friday night, blowing a one-run lead in the top of the ninth inning. With the loss, New York is now 15-11, but they remain in first place in the American League East.

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New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / April 17

Aaron Judge Joins Lou Gehrig and Mickey Mantle in Unreal New York Yankees History

Aaron Judge broke a 3-3 tie with a game-winning home run in the seventh inning on Wednesday night as the New York Yankees beat the Kansas City Royals 4-3 at Yankee Stadium.

MLB News / Outdoors on SI / April 15

Heartfelt Tributes Pour in Following Death of Surf Icon Greg Browning

The surfing community lost a great one recently—Greg Browning, a well-loved surfer and filmmaker who positively impacted the lives of many. In 2023, Browning was diagnosed with the heart-wrenching amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), widely known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, which was named after the former New York Yankees player.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 3, 2024

Diamondbacks celebrate Lou Gehrig Day at Chase Field on June 3

The Diamondbacks will celebrate the life and legacy of Lou Gehrig ahead of their game against the San Francisco Giants on Monday. $5 of every ticket purchased will be donated toward ALS research and care.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Fastball on SI / June 3, 2024

Sarah Langs in Attendance as Philadelphia Phillies Raise $750,000 For ALS Research

On Sunday, the Philadelphia Phillies raised $750,000 for ALS research as part of "Lou Gehrig Day" around Major League Baseball. The Phillies chronicled their day and their efforts on social media.

MLB News / Angels Nation / June 1, 2024

MLB Commemorating Fourth Annual Lou Gehrig Day On June 2

Major League Baseball announced that in coordination with all 30 clubs, the league will commemorate the fourth annual Lou Gehrig Day on June 2 to help raise awareness and funds for ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), otherwise known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / May 30, 2024

MLB players to wear special No. 4 patch to celebrate the fourth-annual Lou Gehrig Day on Sunday

June 2 marks the fourth annual celebration of Lou Gehrig Day, to help spread awareness for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). As part of this celebration, all MLB players, managers, and coaches will wear a special No.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 24, 2024

Athletics’ outburst breaks MLB drought for feat last done by Lou Gehrig’s 1939 Yankees

It’s shaping up to be another long season for the Oakland Athletics as they struggle to win games amid uncertainty surrounding their future. But on Thursday,

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 7, 2024

Reds Pitcher Nominated As A Finalist For Lou Gehrig Memorial Award

Reds pitcher Hunter Greene is a finalist for the Lou Gehrig Memorial Award. The award is given to a Major League Baseball player to honor his who best exhibits the character and integrity of Lou Gehrig both on and off the field.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 2, 2023

Reporter shares moving story about analyst's fight against ALS

Reporter shares moving story about baseball analyst's fight against ALS

In 2021, baseball researcher Sarah Langs was diagnosed with ALS, which is often called Lou Gehrig's disease because of how the namesake brought the ailment into the public consciousness.

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