Ryan Howard’s Streak in Jeopardy
June 20, 2009 by Stephen Kersey
Filed under Feats and Accomplishments, Injuries
Ryan Howard has played in 342 straight games. That number represents the current best consecutive games streak in baseball. But on Saturday, that streak appears to be coming to an end.
Howard went to the hospital on Friday night after complaining of flu-like symptoms. He reportedly was suffering from a fever of 104 degrees. In the early morning hours, he was released from the hospital.
On Saturday night, the Philadelphia Phillies go up against the Baltimore Orioles. Unless there is a miracle, Howard is set to miss the game.
Last year, Howard played all 162 games as the Phillies went on to win the 2008 World Series championship. He hasn’t missed a game since May of 2007.
On the season, Howard is hitting .254 with 19 homers, 51 RBIs and 42 runs. He also has 16 doubles and an on-base percentage of .330.
If Howard can’t play, Greg Dobbs will get the start at first base in place of Howard.
Ryan Howard - Philadelphia Phillies (Image: Zuma Press)
