Joe DiMaggio and the number go hand in hand. For 56 games in a row, the New York Yankees legend hit safely in 1941. That streak ended on the day this is written, July 17. DiMaggio went 0-for-3. But ...
When considering some of the most "unbreakable" records in sports, Joe DiMaggio's 56-game hitting streak might be one of the first to come to mind. The evolution of major league hitting is one reason.
The 1941 Yankees were a loaded team. They would win 101 games, the American League pennant and the world championship. It was a team of stars—solid outfielders Charlie Keller and Tommy Henrich, rookie ...
Before we begin looking ahead to 2027, OTM is looking back at 2026, highlighting some of the biggest, strangest, and most memorable moments of a memorable season. Today, we look back at a statistical ...
Every new day, a future big leaguer is born somewhere. In 2026, we’ll discuss one such past Yankee from their rich history. After another ALDS exit, the Yankees face a tough choice regarding Giancarlo ...
1939 — Henry Picard beats Byron Nelson 1-up in 37 holes to win the PGA championship. 1941 — Joe DiMaggio’s hitting streak of 56 games is stopped by Al Smith and Jim Bagby of the Indians before 67,000 ...