What records did Lou Gehrig break?

Answer 1

Lou Gehrig's consecutive games played record was broken by Cal Ripken, Jr. on September 6, 1995 against the Anaheim Angels when Cal played in consecutive game number 2,131. Cal would go on to play in 2,632 consecutive games, a mark that may never be broken.

Answer 2

1) MLB record for most consecutive games played with 2130 - broken by Cal Ripken Jr. in 1995.

2) MLB record for most grand slam home runs in a career with 23 - still stands.

3) MLB record for most RBIs in a season with 175 in 1927 - broken by Hack Wilson in 1930.

4) AL record for most RBIs in a season with 184 in 1931 - still stands.

5) MLB record for most home runs by a first baseman with 493 - broken by Mark McGwire in 1999 - still holds the AL record.

6) MLB record for most RBIs by a first baseman with 1995 - still stands.

Answer 3

1) MLB record - 2,130 consecutive games played: broken in 1995 by Cal Ripken Jr.

2) MLB record - 23 career grand slam home runs: still the record

3) American League record - most RBIs in 1 season, 184 in 1931: still the American League record

4) MLB record - most career home runs by a first baseman, 493: broken by Mark McGwire but still holds the American League record