Tyler Tolbert ties MLB mark with hits in 12 straight plate appearances
Royals outfielder Tyler Tolbert ties MLB record with hits in 12 consecutive plate appearances
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Tyler Tolbert, an outfielder for the Kansas City Royals, recorded a hit in each of 12 straight plate appearances, tying the major‑league record. Coverage from CBS Sports, USA Today, MLB.com, Yahoo Sports and ESPN highlights the achievement and notes the Royals rallied to defeat the New York Mets in the same game, with a ‘Little League home run’ cited in the report.
Future Royals games will determine whether Tolbert can extend the streak beyond the tied mark, a point the outlets suggest will draw attention.
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Quick answers
Who tied the MLB record for consecutive hits?
Tyler Tolbert of the Kansas City Royals.
How many straight plate appearances did the record involve?
12 consecutive plate appearances.
Which opponent did the Royals face when the record was matched?
The New York Mets.
Coverage (5)
- Royals outfielder Tyler Tolbert makes MLB history with hit in 12 consecutive plate appearances CBS Sports · 1d ago
- Royals' Tyler Tolbert ties MLB record with hits in 12 straight at-bats USA Today · 1d ago
- Royals speedster ties MLB record with hit in 12 straight plate appearances MLB.com · 1d ago
- Royals rally to beat Mets after giving up 'Little League home run' as Tyler Tolbert matches record with 12th straight hit Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Tyler Tolbert ties MLB mark with hits in 12 straight plate appearances ESPN · 1d ago
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