Jimmy Rollins

[TheTimm]

I haven't seen this mentioned yet, but I'm sure most of you are aware that Jimmy Rollins is rolling over a 36-game hitting streak into this season. Sure, he has a looooong way to go before seriously challenging 56. And yes, that DiMaggio guy did it in a single season, so Rollins' feat wouldn't be quite the same if he does it. But I'm still pulling for him. Why not? It's kinda fun to see these historic records get challenged.

For the record, I don't think he'll come anywhere near DiMaggio. I'll bet he goes hitless today. Anyone else have any thoughts/predictions?

 

[Mr Tony]

he may get a hit today but will fall way short

These "continuous game" things like this that go over 2 seasons are a farce. Games played yes...but ones like these should not count.
(just my .02)

 

[Sean Mota]

he may get a hit today but will fall way short

These "continuous game" things like this that go over 2 seasons are a farce. Games played yes...but ones like these should not count.
(just my .02)

I think you are right Iceberg about the over the 2 seasons record. I believe the concensus is that there will be two records if he gets past Joe D -- consecutive games in one season & the other over two seasons. Not Jimmy Rollins fault but I still think that his record over two season will be an accomplishment if he goes over 56.

 

[TheTimm]

Oh, I agree -- it's a totally different record. I think they've already said both the records will be in the books even if Rollins does go past 56.
While I definitely don't think it would be as impressive as doing it in one season, I think calling it a "farce" may be a little overboard. I mean if he does happpen to start the season with a 20-game hitting streak (unlikely) can we really expect everyone to just ignore the fact that he got hits in the last 36 games he played last year? I think it is certainly noteworthy and worth being recorded as a record -- a different record, however, than a single-season hitting streak.

 

[Chado]

Wow, I didn't even realize he had a 36 game hit streak at the end of the year. I think I was concentrating on the Bears too much as the Cubs had already proven their worth late last summer.

 

[Ramy]

I think it would be mugh harder to have a hit streak that extends in 2 seasons. I mean he could have been in one of those zones and hit in 56 straight in one season. Now he had all winter to think about it and wonder if he can do it.

 

[Diamond Jim]

Just got a double with 2 out in the bottom of the 8th, against the Cardinals. Was 0 for 3. That's #37 in a row.

 

[TheTimm]

I'll bet he goes hitless today.

Of course, I could be wrong about this.

 

[riffjim4069]

37 is still impressive. This guy will be running with lead sneaker should his streak get to 40.

 

[herdfan]

Oh, I agree -- it's a totally different record. I think they've already said both the records will be in the books even if Rollins does go past 56.

Of course, you making the assumption his streak doesn't get to 93. Then he would own both records.

I'm pulling for him for no other reason than there will be less talk about Bonds.

 

[Jimbo]

And YES he has a hit tonight also !!!

Personally , I doubt that he gets anywhere close, probably get to about 40 and thats about it.

Jimbo

 

[boston area dtv]

he may get a hit today but will fall way short

These "continuous game" things like this that go over 2 seasons are a farce. Games played yes...but ones like these should not count.
(just my .02)

I totally agree with records not continuing over two years. It irked me with my own Pats when they tried to give them some record for winning so many games in a row which came over a two year time span. That was a farce.

 

[TheTimm]

Of course, you making the assumption his streak doesn't get to 93. Then he would own both records.

Guilty as charged. You're absolutely right -- I have been assuming it won't get to 93! Go Jimmy! 93 or bust!

 

[Jimbo]

I totally agree with records not continuing over two years. It irked me with my own Pats when they tried to give them some record for winning so many games in a row which came over a two year time span. That was a farce.

I being a Steelers fan , DID agree with the Patriots streak over 2 years, I thought it was impressive considering all the changes a NFL goes thru each off season.

Jimbo

 

[dragon002]

thread is dead, streak is over..jimmy , who?

 

[BlackHitachi]

thread is dead, streak is over..jimmy , who?

#11 Jimmy Rollins | SS Crap team good player. Will be streak-in again BOOYAW. LOL LOL Sorry could not pass up a ESPN moment.