Jacob deGrom reaches 2,000 career strikeouts against Nationals

Jacob deGrom achieved his 2,000th career strikeout during a game against the Washington Nationals on August 21, 2026. He struck out Daylen Lile and Abimelec Ortiz in the top of the first inning to reach the milestone. DeGrom, who began his career with the New York Mets in 2013, is now among fewer than 100 MLB pitchers to reach this mark. After battling injuries in recent years, he made a successful return in 2025, finishing the season strong. DeGrom's current contract with the Texas Rangers allows him to potentially advance further on the all-time strikeout list in the upcoming season.

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