Jacob deGrom strikes out 2,000th batter for Texas Rangers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 12:23 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Jacob deGrom reached the 2,000-strikeout milestone on August 20 while facing the Washington Nationals at Globe Life Park in Texas. He struck out Abimelec Ortiz in the first inning, making him only the second pitcher to achieve this feat in under 1,700 innings. DeGrom completed this record in 1,661 innings, with only Chris Sale having a quicker record at 1,626 innings. Despite struggling with injuries this season, deGrom's performance remains vital for the Rangers, who are trying to maintain competitiveness in the AL West. He has two years left on a $185 million contract.
- •DeGrom achieved his 2,000th strikeout in the first inning against the Nationals.
- •He is now the 95th pitcher in MLB history to reach this milestone.
- •DeGrom needed 1,661 innings to record 2,000 strikeouts.
- •The Rangers are within reach of playoff spots despite pitching injuries.
- •DeGrom has two years remaining on his $185 million contract.
- 12:23 AMYahoo Sports — Jacob deGrom reaches MLB career milestone in near-record time
"The Rangers right-hander made history in the first inning against the Nationals
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