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Jacob Wilson Breaks MLB Shortstop Record With 111 Straight Errorless Games

Validated by Statcast data, the streak highlights rare defensive consistency for a young shortstop.

Overview

  • Wilson extended his run to 111 consecutive errorless games in the Athletics’ 4-3 win at Fenway Park, a mark that surpassed Mike Bordick’s 110-game shortstop record.
  • The streak covers 323 consecutive chances without an error and dates back to Wilson’s last mistake on July 6, 2025.
  • Statcast and traditional fielding metrics support his play this season, with eight Outs Above Average that rank him among the top MLB shortstops.
  • Wilson credits daily ground-ball work and coaching from his father, former major leaguer Jack Wilson, and teammates praised his reliability and accurate throws.
  • The record-setting game, played Sunday, also produced an A’s series win that ended a 12-series losing skid and sends the club to its next series in West Sacramento.