MLB Marks Fifth Annual Lou Gehrig Day

Major League Baseball marked the fifth annual Lou Gehrig Day on June 2, an event launched in 2021 to honor the Yankee legend and raise awareness for ALS. Teams wore special 'No. 4' patches and red '4-ALS' wristbands, and tribute videos played in stadiums nationwide. The Kansas City Royals honored local ALS advocate Sarah Nauser, while Bobby Witt Jr. was named a finalist for the Lou Gehrig Memorial Award. Topps released a limited edition 30-card set featuring current MLB stars alongside Gehrig, with proceeds supporting ALS research. Iconic Gehrig cards, such as the 1933 Goudey #92, remain highly prized among collectors. The annual event highlights Gehrig's legacy, including his 2,130-game streak, and MLB's ongoing fight against ALS.