1922 – Rogers Hornsby is stopped by Burleigh Grimes of Brooklyn after hitting in 33 straight games.

On September 20, 1922 — 1922 – Rogers Hornsby is stopped by Burleigh Grimes of Brooklyn after hitting in 33 straight games.

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