Tyler Tolbert ties MLB mark with hits in 12 straight plate appearances
Kansas City Royals outfielder Tyler Tolbert has entered the record books by securing hits in 12 consecutive plate appearances.
Where it stands
Tyler Tolbert has equaled a long-standing Major League Baseball record by recording hits in 12 consecutive plate appearances. This performance occurred during a game where the Kansas City Royals faced the New York Mets.
Reports note that the record Tolbert tied has remained standing since 1902. Future developments depend on Tolbert’s next plate appearance to determine if the current streak continues or concludes.
There is no confirmed information regarding the specific mechanics of his future schedule.
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Sources (7)
- Tyler Tolbert’s hit streak was less likely than being struck by lightning twice Kansas City Star · 47d ago
- 12 consecutive hits: Royals’ Tyler Tolbert ties MLB record set in 1902 Cleveland.com · 47d ago
- Royals outfielder Tyler Tolbert makes MLB history with hit in 12 consecutive plate appearances CBS Sports · 47d ago
- Royals' Tyler Tolbert ties MLB record with hits in 12 straight at-bats USA Today · 47d ago
- Royals speedster ties MLB record with hit in 12 straight plate appearances MLB.com · 47d ago
- Royals rally to beat Mets after giving up 'Little League home run' as Tyler Tolbert matches record with 12th straight hit Yahoo Sports · 47d ago
- Tyler Tolbert ties MLB mark with hits in 12 straight plate appearances ESPN · 47d ago broke it first
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What record did Tyler Tolbert tie?
He tied the MLB record for hits in 12 consecutive plate appearances.
When was the record he tied originally set?
The record was originally set in 1902.
Which team does Tyler Tolbert play for?
He is an outfielder for the Kansas City Royals.
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