Back in Time: July 29
Steve Garvey
1983
Due to a dislocated thumb caused by a collision at home plate in the first game of a doubleheader against the Braves, Padres' first baseman Steve Garvey sees his consecutive game streak ends at 1,207.
Related Links
- SI Vault: Incredibly, Steve Garvey's return to L.A. as a Padre coincided with his breaking of an endurance record. (4.25.83)
- SI Vault: Now that he is a Dodger, Steve Garvey tries to live up to his obligations while opposing the cult of the antihero. (4.7.75)
- SI Vault: Steve Garvey's SI Cover Collection
