Matt Olson made headlines by extending his impressive consecutive game streak to 746, surpassing Pete Rose’s mark and securing his place among Major League Baseball’s most durable players. On this night, representing the Atlanta Braves, Olson further cemented his reputation by contributing significantly to his team‘s comeback victory over the Chicago White Sox.
Details of Olson’s Streak and On-Field Performance
Olson’s 746-game streak ranks as the 12th longest in MLB history and the fourth longest since divisional play began in 1969. This current Iron Man streak also stands as the longest of any active player, nearly doubling Pete Alonso’s ongoing streak of 379 games. Of Olson’s 746 consecutive games, 612 have been played with the Braves, and with 129 more games, he will establish the franchise record, expected around the 93rd game of the 2026 season once next year’s schedule is released.
During his milestone game, Olson excelled offensively, going 4-for-5 at bat and scoring three runs. So far this season, across 126 games, he maintains a .273 batting average with a .831 OPS while hitting 19 home runs and driving in 72 RBIs. His 4.4 WAR as of Tuesday’s game leads his team and ranks as the fourth-best of his career, leaving room to climb higher before the season ends.
Defensive Excellence and Consistency in the Lineup
Besides his offensive contributions, Olson is a standout defender. His 15 defensive runs saved (DRS) lead all of MLB, highlighting his value in the field. Having previously won two Gold Gloves and been a finalist last season, he remains a strong contender for this year’s award. Despite the occasional ups and downs in his career, Olson consistently provides the Atlanta Braves with a reliable veteran presence in the middle of the batting order.
Upcoming Iron Man Milestones on the Horizon
While Olson’s 746-game streak is the final major milestone this season, he is poised to reach several more in 2026. Just 17 games into next year, he will surpass Hall of Fame second baseman Nellie Fox’s 798 consecutive games. Two games after that, Olson will cross the 800-game mark. His streak could extend to 900 games next season and puts him close to 1,000 consecutive games by the start of 2027.
Passing Hall of Famer Stan Musial, who holds an 895-game streak, would place Olson eighth on the all-time list. Looking further ahead, chasing Cal Ripken Jr.’s unparalleled record of 2,632 consecutive games played would require Olson to continue his streak into the middle of the 2036 season, when he would be in his early 40s.