St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker continues historic home run streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 5:14 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker has hit 55 career home runs against 55 different pitchers. This streak, which dates back to the start of his MLB career, represents the second-longest stretch of its kind since 1900. Walker currently trails only Willy Adames, who held a 57-home run streak against unique opponents. Throughout the 2026 season, Walker has posted 28 home runs, 99 RBIs, and a.288 batting average over 135 games. The streak remains active as the Cardinals prepare for a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Walker will have an opportunity to extend the run if he faces Los Angeles pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
- •Jordan Walker has recorded 55 home runs off 55 distinct pitchers.
- •The streak ranks second in MLB history since 1900, behind the 57-homer mark set by Willy Adames.
- •Walker has recorded 28 home runs and 99 RBIs during the 2026 season.
- •The outfielder is scheduled to face the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday.
- •Walker previously won the Home Run Derby earlier this year.
- 5:14 PMYahoo Sports — Cardinals’ Jordan Walker on Mind-Blowing 55-HR Streak
"Jordan Walker is in the midst of a breakout season for the St. Louis Cardinals.The long-time top prospect had already reached apparent bust status, but he’s shattered through that narrative with a monster 2026 campaign when he finally looks like the hitter everyone hoped he could be.He’s also on a historic streak, the kind that […] The post Cardinals’ Jordan Walker on Mind-Blowing 55-HR Streak appeared first on HEAVY.
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