In a remarkable display of talent and resilience, Baltimore Orioles’ rookie Jackson Holliday has made history by becoming the youngest player in American League history to hit home runs in three consecutive games. At just 20 years and 247 days old, Holliday’s achievement places him alongside elite company; the only other player of his age or younger to surpass this feat is Ronald Acuña Jr., who homered in five straight games for the Atlanta Braves in 2018.
Holliday’s third consecutive home run came during a pivotal moment against the Toronto Blue Jays, where he launched a 424-foot shot off a 94.3 mph fastball from Ryan Burr, propelling the Orioles to a 4-3 lead in the seventh inning. Reflecting on the significance of the hit, Holliday stated, “Obviously it was a pretty important moment in the game to kind of flip the score.”
Orioles manager Brandon Hyde has been effusive in his praise for the young phenom. “He’s got a nice swing and there’s a lot of things that work in that swing, and he’s got a lot of confidence,” Hyde remarked. “I just think we’re seeing the confidence growing honestly up here at this level. A little bit of success and all of a sudden you start feeling good in the batter’s box, and he’s getting some huge hits.”
Holliday’s journey to this milestone has been one of perseverance. After a challenging debut in April 2024, where he managed just two hits in 34 at-bats over 10 games, he was optioned to Triple-A for further development. Reflecting on that decision, Hyde noted, “He’s a really, really young player. But it’s great to see him swing the bat this way this series.”
Since his return to the majors, Holliday has showcased significant improvement, contributing consistently to the Orioles’ offense. His recent performances have been instrumental in the team’s ascent to the top of the American League East standings.
As the Orioles continue their push towards the postseason, the emergence of Jackson Holliday provides a promising glimpse into the franchise’s future. Fans and analysts alike will be keenly watching to see how this young star’s career unfolds.
For more insights from Manager Brandon Hyde on Jackson Holliday’s rapid rise through the farm system, you can watch the following video: