August 17 in Yankees History: Lou Gehrig plays in his 1,308th consecutive game (1933)

On August 17, 1933, At Sportsman Park, Lou Gehrig plays in his 1,308th consecutive game, breaking the record held by another New York Yankee, Everett Scott. Gehrig appeared in all but 42 innings of these contests. (Photo) Gehrig accepts trophy for playing in then-record 1,308th consecutive game, pas

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