Major League Baseball (MLB) and its community are commemorating the 4th annual Lou Gehrig Day on June 2, focusing on raising awareness and funds to fight Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Lou Gehrig, a baseball legend known as 'The Iron Horse,' passed away from ALS in 1941 at the age of 37. The day features various events, including a special broadcast during the Phillies vs. Cardinals game on ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball, with contributions from @SlangsOnSports. Gehrig's legacy includes his streak of 2,130 consecutive games. Organizations like Project ALS are highlighted for their efforts in combating the disease. MLB players, teams, and media are actively participating in the day's events, encouraging donations and support for ALS research and patient care.
The number 4 today is in honor of #LouGehrigDay https://t.co/xcoaM08Rxe
It is Lou Gehrig Day as we raise awareness for ALS at Camden Yards and the great work groups like the @BriganceBrigade do every day. @benwag247 and I have the call on of @Orioles/@RaysBaseball on @98Rock @wbalradio and Os Radio Net! https://t.co/eq2RioFsnY
So happy to help raise awareness to cure ALS and the outreach to resources for families. Thanks to the @BriganceBrigade for talking with us on the air! https://t.co/tfgfiispHh https://t.co/0QUmDrlBoH
From Lou Gehrig to @SlangsOnSports and so many brave people impacted by ALS, we join everyone at @MLB today in dedicating ourselves to this shared mission to find cures and treatments. https://t.co/asGSxmYuGy
We are proud to join @MLB in celebrating #LouGehrigDay, remembering those we have lost to ALS and celebrating those leading the pursuit for cures 💙 🔗 https://t.co/QQdKemLuFX https://t.co/QSCCNmhXos
I re-visit this story every year on Lou Gehrig Day, now in its 4th season. Thinking of the ALS patients and families who worked so hard to make this happen: https://t.co/EdVeobGJUJ
Live From #LouGehrigDay https://t.co/1yDQEEhqNL
Today is Lou Gehrig Day in the majors. From Pete Frates to John Martin and Chris Snow, ALS has hit the Boston baseball community hard in recent years. You can learn more information here and make a donation to help find a cure: https://t.co/WchrgvyIq3
On this #LouGehrigDay, we're honoring a baseball legend and raising awareness for ALS. Proceeds from each shirt sold will benefit @ProjectALSorg and help their mission to end ALS ➡️https://t.co/ytCNaX4Mee https://t.co/EBJs5TmW9Q
MLB, players, and media mark Lou Gehrig Day with calls for further ALS research https://t.co/H14CnGjGAz
On this 4th annual #LouGehrigDay, we would like to recognize those who bravely fight ALS, including these members of the baseball family who we lost over the past year. #MLBTogether https://t.co/iyiEhvgqZV
Today, we honor the life and legacy of The Iron Horse and continue the fight against ALS. #LouGehrigDay To donate and learn more, visit https://t.co/geXPo7bMaN https://t.co/pmUEzGfkuE
Our full slate for #LouGehrigDay. https://t.co/yOtfS8uzei
Let's help end ALS! 👇 https://t.co/ZV8dMGq68R
Today, Players around the game remember Lou Gehrig, who set a standard for character, integrity and excellence from his debut as @Yankees starting first baseman on June 2, 1925, until his death on June 2, 1941. They lend their support in the effort to eradicate ALS. #LouGehrigDay https://t.co/Tl1vhqwnfz
A Sunday of @MLB games where the focus is on baseballs effort to eradicate ALS. Most of us know someone whose lives have been destroyed by this horrifying illness. Join the fight by donating dollars. @ProjectALSorg and others are getting closer. #someoneyouknowals make it end!!!
Today is our 4th annual #LouGehrigDay ❤️ #MLBTogether https://t.co/fhOAIgt7qe
We join all of Baseball this #LouGehrigDay to celebrate the legacy of the Iron Horse and support efforts in the fight against ALS. https://t.co/qNLCdrmC2T
On #LouGehrigDay, we celebrate the relentless determination of a Hall of Fame hero. Although his streak of 2,130 consecutive games was challenged by several close calls, Gehrig’s competitiveness and courage kept him on the field. https://t.co/i8P7wyCqlU https://t.co/6niYASRFbf
Let's continue to stand together in the fight against ALS. #LouGehrigDay 🎙️ @SlangsOnSports https://t.co/myQURdwzI9
Today In 1941: Baseball legend Lou Gehrig passes away at home in New York after a two-year battle with ALS. "The Iron Horse" was only 37 years old. RIP Lou. #MLB #Yankees #4ALS #LouGehrigDay https://t.co/Sh5uGQpUQo
⚾️ On @MLB Lou Gehrig’s Day, the incomparable @SlangsOnSports will join tonight’s @ESPN Sunday Night Baseball broadcast from the booth (likely 6th inning) as the @Phillies host the @Cardinals. 💪🏻 To help fight ALS, here is a good way: @ProjectALSorg: https://t.co/H1Rc6MeyvG
I'm proud and grateful to have worked with the incredible advocates at @iamalsorg and my friend @lisamurkowski to get our ACT for ALS passed into law. Check out this powerful film about the movement to defeat ALS, and join us in the fight to find a cure. https://t.co/OAaErpJ6sS
Visitors bureau kinda day here… spectacular weather to finish the homestsnd too! Calling Rays, #Orioles with @GeoffOnTheAir this weekend. Join us! https://t.co/b1jUfL6Dzn
My dear friend and yours @slangsonsports is living with ALS. It’s a disease without a cure. Most of you likely know someone or some family that has been destroyed and devastated by ALS. Lou Gehrig Day is June 2nd, there are so many ways to help. #someoneyouknowals @ProjectALSorg. https://t.co/rpeMxfsxFF
My dear friend and yours @slangsonsports is living with ALS. It’s a disease without a cure. Most of you likely know someone or some family that has been destroyed and devastated by ALS. Lou Gehrig Day is June 2nd, there are so many ways to help. #someoneyouknowals @ProjectALS.org https://t.co/ZwJUFZkz9R
My dear friend and yours @slangsonsports is living with ALS. It is a disease without a cure. Most of you likely know someone or some family that has been destroyed and devastated by ALS. Lou Gehrig Day is June 2nd, there are so many ways to help. #someoneyouknowals @ProjectALS https://t.co/xllLO77HZj
June 2nd marks MLB’s 4th annual Lou Gehrig Day to honor the legacy of the Yankee great and all those who courageously battle ALS, known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. On Sunday, all players, managers, coaches, and umpires will wear this special decal of Gehrig’s No. 4 on their… https://t.co/jIhCCiwlqd