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Spencer Strider of the Atlanta Braves sets a new single-season strikeout record with his 277th strikeout, surpassing John Smoltz's previous record. Despite allowing three runs in the first inning, Strider struck out the side to claim the record. He previously broke Smoltz's record for strikeouts in a nine-inning game and is leading the majors in strikeouts this season.
Former Yankees pitcher Andrew Heaney broke Nolan Ryan's record for most consecutive strikeouts in a single game in Texas Rangers history with nine consecutive strikeouts against the Kansas City Royals. Heaney, who struggled with the Yankees in 2021, signed with the Rangers in December and threw 93 pitches over five innings, allowing two runs on two hits. The major league record for consecutive strikeouts is 10, set by Tom Seaver in 1970 and matched twice in 2021.
Andrew Heaney of the Texas Rangers tied an American League record by striking out nine consecutive batters in Monday night's game against the Kansas City Royals. Heaney matched a record shared by Tyler Alexander and Doug Fister. The major league record for consecutive strikeouts is 10. Heaney broke Nolan Ryan's club record for consecutive strikeouts in a game with seven. Heaney departed after five innings, 93 pitches and 10 K's.