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How did cal ripken jr only play 144 games in 1995?

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∙ 11y ago

Updated: 8/23/2023

Sometimes games that are rained out are not made up if they have no bearing on the final season's standings. That would make it possible to play in 160 or 161 games in a season yet play in every game that the team played for the season.

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The season was shortened to 144 games due to an owner lockout of the players.

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Who broke the record for most consecutive games played in 1995?

On September 6, 1995, Baltimore Orioles shortstop Cal Ripken, Jr. played in his 2,132nd consecutive game, breaking Lou Gehrig's 56-year old record. Ripken would go on to play in 2,632 straight games.

What year did Cal Ripken Jr play his 2130 game?

During the 1995 season Cal Ripken Jr. played in his 2130th consecutive game to tie Lou Gehrig. The consecutive games played streak started on May 30, 1982, and on September 6, 1995 Cal past Lou Gehrig with game #2131.

What position did Cal Ripken Sr play?

Cal Ripken started out as a Shortstop in 1981, and was moved to third base late in his career (1997) He also played 3B in 1981 (6 games) and 71 games in 1982. That was Cal Ripken Jr, not Sr. Cal Sr. never played at the major league level. Not sure what position he played.

How many consective games did Cal Ripken play?

Probably all of them, hen didn't do any "pinch hitting counts as a game" stuff.

How long did Cal Ripken Jr play with the Rochester Red Wings?

Cal Ripken Jr. played on the Rochester Red Wings for only half a season. During that time, he hit a total of 23 home runs for the team.

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