SPORTS

Ohtani extends streak to 44, surpasses Ichiro's record

▪

Read, Watch or Listen

Media Bias Meter

Sources: 3

Center 100%

Sources: 3

Los Angeles — Shohei Ohtani extended his regular-season on-base streak to 44 consecutive games on Friday at Dodger Stadium, singling in the fourth inning off Kumar Rocker of the Texas Rangers. The single was his 13th game in 13 tries this season reaching base by hit, walk or hit by pitch, and the streak dates to Aug. 24, 2025, covering his final 31 games of last season. The 44-game run surpasses Ichiro Suzuki's 43-game mark set April 28-June 14, 2009; Ichiro was a player Ohtani admired growing up. The achievement follows Ohtani's 2024 season in which his 59 stolen bases set the single-season record for a player born in Japan, eclipsing Ichiro's previous high of 56 in 2001. The streak refers to regular-season games only; in last postseason Ohtani reached base in 15 of 17 games, failing to do so in Game 3 of the NLDS and Game 5 of the World Series. The 44 straight regular-season games are eight games longer than Ohtani's previous best and are tied for the fifth-longest on-base streak in the modern era of Dodgers history. Baseball Reference shows at least one longer recorded streak in 1899 by Fielder Jones.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

April 28–June 14, 2009: Ichiro Suzuki's 43-game MLB on-base streak established.
2024: Shohei Ohtani records 59 steals, a single-season Japanese-born record.
August 24, 2025: Ohtani's current on-base streak begins, covering final 31 games of that season.
August 23, 2025: Last regular-season game before the streak in which Ohtani did not reach base.
April 10 (publication): Ohtani singles off Kumar Rocker at Dodger Stadium to extend the streak to 44 games; Dodgers win 8-7.

Why This Matters to You

Ohtani's record-breaking streak is a testament to consistency and hard work. It's a reminder that with dedication, you can surpass even your own heroes. If you're a baseball fan, it's a thrilling time to watch history unfold. And if you're not, it's a lesson in perseverance.

The Bottom Line

Shohei Ohtani is making his mark in baseball history, surpassing Ichiro Suzuki's record. His achievement is a testament to his talent and dedication. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or not, it's worth acknowledging such an impressive feat. Send this to someone who loves a good underdog story.