Hanshin Tigers Pitcher Taichi Ishii Sets New Professional Baseball Record with 40 Consecutive Scoreless Appearances
Hanshin Tigers pitcher Taichi Ishii set a new professional baseball record on August 17, 2025, by achieving 40 consecutive scoreless appearances. This remarkable feat surpasses the previous record of 39 consecutive scoreless appearances set by Seibu Lions pitcher Kaima Taira in 2021, marking a historic achievement that etches his name into the annals of baseball history. Despite being a low-ranked 8th-round draft pick, Ishii, with his relatively small stature of 175 cm, has been a core member of Hanshin's formidable bullpen this season, leveraging his fastball that exceeds 150 km/h. His consistently stable pitching has captivated many fans. Commenting on the record-breaking performance, manager Kyuji Fujikawa praised Ishii's calm and reliable delivery, stating, "It was his usual, characteristic pitching." In recognition of his achievements, Pitcher Ishii has also been nominated for the "JERA Central League Monthly Award." In the game where the record was ach...