#Consecutive October 18
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For the month of October 2024 several of us are participating in the 30-Day World Series Coach4aday Challenge. Each day we attempt to learn something about some aspect of the World Series. Today I am focusing on the player with the most CONSECUTIVE hits in the event.
In the 1990 World Series the record for Consecutive Hits took place in Game 1 and Game 2 of the series. That feat was accomplished by Billy Hatcher for the Cincinnati Reds against the Oakland A’s.
World Series 30-Day Challenge Guidelines
Like previous challenges there are no hard and fast rules to participate. There are a few suggested guidelines.
- Each day in October 2024 write about the World Series
- Share at least one fact about the event or the participants.
- If so inclined use the hash tag #Coach4adayChallenge on social media platforms
October 18th-Consecutive Hits
Billy Hatcher of the 1990 Cincinnati Reds established the World Series consecutive hit record of 7. He went 3-3 in Game 1 of the 1990 World Series and followed that up by going 4-4 in Game 2.
Here are some tidbits about Hatcher
World Series Hero: Hatcher played a crucial role in the Cincinnati Reds’ 1990 World Series victory. He set a record by hitting .750 in the Series, with 9 hits in 12 at-bats, helping the Reds sweep the Oakland Athletics.
Speed and Versatility: Throughout his 12-year MLB career (1984-1995), Hatcher was known for his speed and versatility. He played for teams like the Chicago Cubs, Houston Astros, Pittsburgh Pirates, Cincinnati Reds, and Boston Red Sox, stealing 30 or more bases in four different seasons.
Memorable Incident: While with the Houston Astros in 1986, Hatcher was involved in a famous on-field incident when he used a corked bat, which exploded upon contact with a pitch. This led to a suspension for Hatcher.
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