Trending Now - Sánchez Shatters Phillies' Century-old Scoreless Innings Record

WHO:

MLB.com - Padres first baseman Gavin Sheets and third baseman Manny Machado both had notable at-bats against Cristopher Sánchez during the game.

MLB.com - Interim manager Don Mattingly commented on Brandon Marsh's injury, stating, "This is not going to be a long-term thing. It’s going to be a day-to-day thing."

NY Post - Cristopher Sánchez, a left-handed pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies.

MLB.com - Grover Alexander, a Hall of Famer and former Phillies pitcher.

WHAT:

Fox News - Cristopher Sánchez made five starts in May without allowing a single run, with a total of 36 strikeouts in 32 innings pitched and a league-leading ERA of 1.42 after his performance against the Padres.

Fox News - Sánchez's scoreless streak reached 44 ⅔ innings, breaking the Phillies' record set by Grover Alexander in 1911.

Fox News - Sánchez is now tied for the third-longest streak of scoreless outings of at least seven innings since 1900, with five consecutive starts, behind Orel Hershiser and Don Drysdale.

MLB.com - The Padres finished their homestand with a record of 3 wins and 6 losses, and they are now four games behind the Dodgers in the National League West standings.

MLB.com - The Padres are 2-for-46 with runners in scoring position during their last five games, including an 0-for-33 stretch.

MLB.com - Cristopher Sánchez's scoreless streak reached 44 2/3 innings during a 3-0 victory over the Padres, with his performance including seven scoreless innings in that game.

MLB.com - The Padres finished their homestand with a record of 3 wins and 6 losses, and they are now four games behind the Dodgers in the National League West standings.

MLB.com - The Padres have struggled with runners in scoring position, going 2-for-46 in those situations during their last five games, including an 0-for-33 stretch.

Razzball - Cristopher Sánchez had a May with a 1.47 ERA, totaling 39 innings pitched, allowing 25 hits, three walks, and striking out 45 batters, resulting in a 0.72 WHIP and a 0.000000000000000000 ERA for the month.

NY Post - Sánchez extended his scoreless streak to 44 2/3 innings during a 3-0 victory over the Padres.

MLB.com - Sánchez surpassed Grover Alexander's 41-inning scoreless streak, which was set in 1911.

MLB.com - Sánchez's record-setting streak began in the second inning of his start against the Giants on April 30.

MLB.com - The five longest scoreless streaks by Phillies pitchers since 1893 are:

1. Cristopher Sánchez (2026): 41 2/3 IP

2. Grover Alexander (1911): 41 IP

3. Cliff Lee (2011): 34 IP

4. Larry Andersen (1984): 32 2/3 IP

5. Turk Farrell (1957-58): 32 2/3 IP.

WHERE:

NY Post - The game took place at Petco Park in San Diego.

MLB.com - The Phillies were playing against the San Diego Padres.

WHEN:

MLB.com - Sánchez's scoreless streak began on April 30, 2026.

MLB.com - The record was set during a game on a Wednesday.

WHY:

Fox News - Sánchez's achievement has helped the Phillies rebound from a rough April, as the team went 17-8 in May after starting the month at 12-19.

MLB.com - Sánchez's achievement highlights a significant milestone in Phillies history, breaking a 115-year-old record.

HOW:

MLB.com - Sánchez faced significant challenges during the game, with the Padres putting runners in scoring position four times, but he managed to escape each time without allowing a run.

MLB.com - Sánchez's scoreless streak was tested as the Padres put runners in scoring position in three of the first four innings and four times overall during the game.

MLB.com - Sánchez achieved the record by retiring Jackson Merrill to end the fourth inning, clinching the record with a ground ball out.

(UPDATED May 28, 2026 21:35 UTC)

Cristopher Sánchez has made headlines in Major League Baseball by completing five starts in May without allowing a single run, achieving a remarkable total of 36 strikeouts in 32 innings pitched, and boasting a league-leading ERA of 1.42 following his latest performance against the Padres. His impressive scoreless streak has now reached 44 and two-thirds innings, breaking the Phillies' long-standing record set by Grover Alexander in 1911, and placing him tied for the third-longest streak of scoreless outings of at least seven innings since 1900. This achievement has played a significant role in helping the Phillies rebound from a challenging April, as the team has turned things around with a record of 17 wins and 8 losses in May after starting the month at 12 wins and 19 losses.

(UPDATED May 28, 2026 17:58 UTC)

In a tough outing for the Padres, first baseman Gavin Sheets and third baseman Manny Machado had notable at-bats against Cristopher Sánchez, who managed to escape significant challenges despite the Padres putting runners in scoring position four times. Interim manager Don Mattingly addressed Brandon Marsh's injury, assuring fans that it will be a day-to-day situation and not a long-term concern. The Padres concluded their homestand with a disappointing record of three wins and six losses, now sitting four games behind the Dodgers in the National League West standings, and struggling with a dismal two-for-forty-six performance with runners in scoring position over their last five games.

(UPDATED May 28, 2026 14:14 UTC)

Cristopher Sánchez extended his impressive scoreless streak to forty-four and two-thirds innings with a standout performance, pitching seven scoreless innings in a 3-0 victory over the Padres. Meanwhile, the Padres wrapped up their homestand with a disappointing record of three wins and six losses, now trailing the Dodgers by four games in the National League West standings. Struggling with runners in scoring position, the Padres went just two for forty-six in those situations over their last five games, including a troubling stretch of zero for thirty-three.

(UPDATED May 28, 2026 06:21 UTC)

Cristopher Sánchez had an impressive May, finishing with a remarkable 1.47 ERA over 39 innings pitched, during which he allowed just 25 hits and three walks while striking out 45 batters, resulting in an outstanding 0.72 WHIP. His scoreless streak faced challenges as the Padres managed to put runners in scoring position in three of the first four innings and four times overall during the game. Despite the pressure, Sánchez maintained his composure on the mound, showcasing his exceptional skills.

(UPDATED May 28, 2026 04:20 UTC)

Cristopher Sánchez, a left-handed pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies, has made history by extending his scoreless streak to 44 and two-thirds innings during a 3-0 victory over the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. This remarkable achievement allows Sánchez to surpass Grover Alexander's long-standing record of 41 innings set in 1911, marking a significant milestone in Phillies history. The record was clinched when Sánchez retired Jackson Merrill with a ground ball out to end the fourth inning, solidifying his place among the franchise's all-time greats.