Cristopher Sanchez’s scoreless streak ends at a ridiculous 50 2/3 innings
Cristopher Sanchez's impressive scoreless streak of 50 2/3 innings came to an end during a game against the San Diego Padres. The streak, which began on April 30, was the longest ever by a left-handed pitcher and the fourth longest in MLB history. Sanchez received a standing ovation from fans after surrendering his first run since the streak began.
- ▪Cristopher Sanchez surrendered a run in the seventh inning of a game against the Padres.
- ▪His scoreless streak lasted for 50 2/3 innings, the longest by a left-handed pitcher.
- ▪The Phillies have improved to second place in the NL East during Sanchez's streak.
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MLB Cristopher Sanchez’s scoreless streak ends at a ridiculous 50 2/3 innings By Ryan Giancola Published June 3, 2026, 10:29 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The streak is over. After 50 2/3 innings, Phillies ace Cristopher Sanchez finally surrendered a run in Wednesday’s 3-2 win. Sanchez, 8 1/3 innings away from Orel Hershiser’s MLB record of 59 scoreless frames set, gave up a two-out, seventh-inning single to the Padres’ Jackson Merrill, which brought home Ty France. Cristopher Sánchez, after giving up his first run since April 30th AP Photo/Matt Slocum Explore More How to watch Knicks vs.
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