On May 2, 1939, after playing in 2,130 consecutive games, Lou Gehrig benched himself due to poor play.
On this day in Yankees history - Lou Gehrig's streak ends
On this day in Yankees history - Lou Gehrig's…
On this day in Yankees history - Lou Gehrig's streak ends
On May 2, 1939, after playing in 2,130 consecutive games, Lou Gehrig benched himself due to poor play.