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May 2- Lou Gehrig consecutive game streak ends

By: Matthew Mendives, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 2, 2020
On this day in 1939 Lou Gehrig's (number 4) consecutive game streak ended
On this day in 1939 Lou Gehrig’s (number 4) consecutive game streak ended

On this day in 1939 Lou Gehrig’s consecutive game streak ended. This record would stand for more than 50 years until Cal Ripken Jr. broke it.

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Matthew Mendives
Matthew Mendives, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Matthew Mendives is a 18 year old senior who was born September 24,2002. He lived in Plainsboro, New Jersey for one year then moved to Linden, New Jersey. In 6 grade he moved from Linden to Colonia and has lived there ever since. He is a huge fan of the New York Yankees and watches almost every game. His favorite player currently is Brett Gardner due to his hustle and how hard he plays. In baseball’s off season, he watches basketball and football. He is a fan of the Brooklyn Nets and the New York Giants. His favorite school subject is English and his goal is to become a sports reporter. 
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May 2- Lou Gehrig consecutive game streak ends