Ohtani ties MLB record for most consecutive games on base

The Dodgers star continues his historic on-base streak, a feat for Japanese-born players.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 2:40am

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting Shohei Ohtani's batting stance and swing, broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric planes in vibrant Dodgers colors.Shohei Ohtani's record-tying on-base streak highlights his importance to the Dodgers' lineup as they pursue another World Series championship.Los Angeles Today

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has tied the Major League Baseball record for most consecutive games reaching base, a feat accomplished by only a handful of Japanese-born players in MLB history. Ohtani's impressive on-base streak has been a key factor in the Dodgers' strong start as they pursue a third straight World Series championship.

Why it matters

Ohtani's record-tying performance is a testament to his elite hitting ability and consistency at the plate. As one of the most dominant two-way players in the game, Ohtani's on-base streak highlights his importance to the Dodgers' lineup and his place among the all-time greats from Japan in MLB.

The details

Ohtani reached base safely in his 43rd consecutive game, tying the record set by Ichiro Suzuki in 2009. The Dodgers' star has been a force at the plate all season, batting over .300 with multiple home runs and RBIs. His ability to get on base consistently has been a key factor in the Dodgers' strong start as they look to win their third straight World Series title.

  • Ohtani reached base safely in his 43rd consecutive game on April 8, 2026.

The players

Shohei Ohtani

A two-way star for the Los Angeles Dodgers, known for his elite pitching and hitting abilities.

Ichiro Suzuki

A legendary Japanese-born MLB player who holds the record for most consecutive games reaching base, which Ohtani has now tied.

Los Angeles Dodgers

The reigning World Series champions, who are off to a strong start in their pursuit of a third straight title.

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What they’re saying

“Shohei is a once-in-a-generation talent, and we're lucky to have him on our team. His ability to impact the game in so many ways is truly special.”

— Dave Roberts, Dodgers Manager

What’s next

Ohtani will have the opportunity to break the record on April 9th when the Dodgers take on the San Diego Padres.

The takeaway

Ohtani's historic on-base streak is a testament to his elite hitting skills and his importance to the Dodgers' lineup as they pursue another World Series championship. His ability to consistently reach base puts him in elite company among Japanese-born MLB players.