Cristopher Sanchez sets Phillies franchise record for scoreless streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 9:26 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Cristopher Sanchez of the Philadelphia Phillies continues his impressive run by extending his scoreless streak to 44.2 innings, surpassing Grover Alexander's previous franchise record of 41 innings set in 1911. Sanchez achieved this milestone during five consecutive starts in May, not allowing any runs. As of June 3, Sanchez is lined up to pitch against the San Diego Padres, aiming to further extend his streak. He currently ranks seventh all-time in scoreless innings for the Live Ball Era, a remarkable accomplishment that also positions him as a leading candidate for the NL Cy Young Award.
- •Sanchez's scoreless streak reached 44.2 innings on June 3.
- •Sanchez surpassed Grover Alexander's 41-inning record for the Phillies.
- •He achieved five straight starts with at least seven innings and no runs.
- •Sanchez is positioned as an early NL Cy Young favorite.
- •He faces the Padres again on June 3.
- 9:26 PMYahoo Sports — Longest scoreless streaks in MLB history: Where Cristopher Sanchez's Phillies record ranks all-time
"The Phillies' left-handed ace has been on a dominant stretch, going weeks without allowing a run.
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