Matt Olson ties Braves Ironman streak, hits 25th home run of the season
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Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Matt Olson of the Atlanta Braves tied the franchise record for consecutive games played with 740 after hitting his 25th home run of the season in a victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 10, 2026. Olson's ongoing streak matches Dale Murphy's longstanding record set in 1986. The first baseman, who has not missed a game since joining the Braves in 2022, also recorded his fifth home run in seven games during this matchup, reflecting his consistent power-hitting. Despite his impressive performance, Olson has declined an invitation to participate in the upcoming MLB Home Run Derby in Philadelphia.
- •Olson hit a 404-foot home run in the first inning.
- •He has hit 171 home runs since joining the Braves.
- •He is the only first baseman with 20 home runs and 20 doubles this season.
- •Olson's game streak of 740 ties Dale Murphy's franchise record.
- •He was eliminated early from last year's Home Run Derby.
- 12:49 AMYahoo Sports — Braves' Matt Olson creates home run history, ties team Ironman streak
"Veteran first baseman amassed 25 homers for eight straight seasons, but declined to participate in the MLB Home Run Derby.
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