On March 12, 2003, one of the greatest streaks in baseball history came to an end. Damian Costantino, an outfielder for Salve Regina University, defied the odds by hitting safely in 60 consecutive NCAA games, breaking Robin Ventura’s legendary record of 58 games. His streak spanned across three seasons (2001-2003), making it one of the most impressive yet underrated achievements in sports history. In this episode, we take a deep dive into:
✅ Who is Damian Costantino? The underdog story of a Division III star.
✅ How the streak began: The first hit on April 14, 2001 and the quiet start.
✅ Breaking Robin Ventura’s record: The moment Costantino made history on April 5, 2002.
✅ How the streak finally ended: The game on March 12, 2003, when Eastern Connecticut ended history.
✅ Why this record still stands: The legacy of Costantino’s incredible feat.
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