Cal Ripken Jr.

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Predicate Object
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gptkb:1998
gptkb:1999
gptkb:2001
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gptkbp:all_time_hits 3184
gptkbp:all_time_on_base_percentage .340
gptkbp:all_time_ops .787
gptkbp:all_time_runs 1632
gptkbp:all_time_total_bases 5087
gptkbp:all_time_walks 1153
gptkbp:analytics post-retirement
gptkbp:author books on baseball
gptkbp:autograph gptkb:card_game
gptkbp:awarded_to gptkb:the_Lou_Gehrig_Memorial_Award
gptkb:Presidential_Medal_of_Freedom
gptkb:Golden_Globe_Award
the Roberto Clemente Award
the Presidential Citizens Medal
gptkbp:awards gptkb:1983_MLB_season
gptkb:award
gptkb:Lou_Gehrig_Memorial_Award
gptkb:Sports_Illustrated_Sportsman_of_the_Year
gptkb:Golden_Globe_Award
2
8
2× AL MVP
8 times
2 times
19× All-Star
gptkbp:bats Right
gptkbp:batting_style Right
Right-handed
gptkbp:birth_date 1960-08-24
August 24, 1960
gptkbp:birth_place gptkb:Havre_de_Grace,_Maryland,_USA
gptkb:Maryland
gptkb:Havre_de_Grace,_Maryland
gptkbp:birth_year gptkb:1960
gptkbp:born August 24, 1960
gptkbp:born_in gptkb:Havre_de_Grace,_Maryland
gptkbp:born_on August 24, 1960
gptkbp:broadcasts gptkb:ESPN
gptkbp:businessman sports-related ventures
gptkbp:captain gptkb:Baltimore_Orioles
gptkbp:career_batting_average .276
gptkbp:career_games_played 154
3001
gptkbp:career_slugging_percentage .340
.447
gptkbp:charity gptkb:Cal_Ripken,_Sr._Foundation
gptkbp:charity_work gptkb:Cal_Ripken,_Sr._Foundation
education initiatives
youth baseball programs
gptkbp:child gptkb:Cal_Ripken_Sr.
gptkb:Billy_Ripken
gptkbp:children gptkb:Ryan_Ripken
gptkb:Cory_Ripken
gptkb:Julia_Ripken
gptkb:Rachel_Ripken
2
Brett Ripken
Rachel and Ryan Ripken
gptkbp:coaching_career 1981-2001
21 seasons.
gptkbp:consecutive_games 2632
gptkbp:consecutive_games_played 2632
2,632
gptkbp:consecutive_games_streak 2632
gptkbp:debut gptkb:1981
1981-08-10
August 10, 1981
gptkbp:debut_year gptkb:1981
gptkbp:defense gptkb:1982
gptkbp:drafted_by gptkb:Baltimore_Orioles
gptkbp:education gptkb:University_of_Maryland
gptkbp:ended_streak_on September 19, 1998
gptkbp:family gptkb:Kelly_Ripken
gptkb:Cal_Ripken_Sr.
gptkb:Rachel_Ripken
gptkb:Billy_Ripken
wife Kelly Ripken
gptkbp:famous_for gptkb:leadership
gptkb:Community_service
gptkb:community_service
Sportsmanship
Leadership on and off the field
His leadership on and off the field
His impact on the game of baseball
His durability and consistency
Being a role model for young athletes
Role model for sportsmanship
breaking Lou Gehrig's consecutive games record
leadership on and off the field
Consecutive games played
Consistency and durability
Community service and philanthropy
Promoting youth baseball programs
consecutive games played
Baseball longevity
his durability
breaking Lou Gehrig's record
Consecutive games played streak
consecutive games played streak
Advocating for player health and safety
Breaking Lou Gehrig's consecutive games record
Contributions to baseball history
Cultural impact on baseball fans
Durability and consistency in performance
Fan engagement and accessibility
His contributions to youth baseball programs
His role in popularizing baseball in the 1990s
His sportsmanship and integrity
consecutive games streak
gptkbp:famous_game_date September 6, 1995
gptkbp:famous_game_location gptkb:Camden_Yards
gptkbp:famous_game_opponent gptkb:California_Angels
gptkbp:famous_game_significance Breaking Lou Gehrig's record
gptkbp:famous_landmark at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
gptkbp:famous_match gptkb:Win
gptkbp:famous_quote “ You can’t be afraid to fail.”
“ It’s a great day for a ball game.”
“ I think the best way to approach the game is to have fun.”
gptkbp:fan_base large
gptkbp:fan_favorite throughout his career.
gptkbp:father gptkb:Ryan_Ripken
gptkb:Cal_Ripken_Sr.
gptkb:Rachel_Ripken
gptkbp:final_match_date 2001-10-06
October 6, 2001
gptkbp:first_match August 10, 1981
October 6, 2001
gptkbp:founded gptkb:Cal_Ripken,_Sr._Foundation
gptkbp:full_name gptkb:Calvin_Edwin_Ripken_Jr.
gptkbp:game_awards 2
gptkbp:grandparent gptkb:Cal_Ripken_Sr.
gptkbp:hall_of_fame_induction gptkb:2007
gptkb:National_Baseball_Hall_of_Fame
gptkb:Yes
gptkbp:has_a_baseball_camp Cal Ripken Baseball Academy.
gptkbp:has_a_career_home_runs_total_of 431
gptkbp:has_a_career_on-base_percentage .340
gptkbp:has_a_career_rbis_total_of 1695
gptkbp:has_appeared_in gptkb:documentaries
gptkb:commercials
television commercials
television commercials.
gptkbp:has_business gptkb:Cal_Ripken,_Jr._Baseball_Academy
gptkb:Ripken_Baseball
gptkbp:has_career_at_bats 11551
gptkbp:has_career_extra_base_hits 1034
gptkbp:has_career_games_started 2632
gptkbp:has_career_hit_by_pitch 51
gptkbp:has_career_hits 3184
gptkbp:has_career_on_base_percentage .340
gptkbp:has_career_sacrifice_flies gptkb:19
gptkbp:has_career_total_bases 5152
gptkbp:has_career_wins_above_replacement 95.0
gptkbp:has_child gptkb:Ryan_Ripken
gptkb:Cory_Ripken
gptkb:Rachel_Ripken
2
gptkbp:has_connection_to the Hall of Fame.
the city of Baltimore.
gptkbp:has_fan_base worldwide.
gptkbp:has_influence_on Future players
gptkbp:has_influenced future generations of players
gptkbp:has_legacy sportsmanship
sportsmanship.
gptkbp:has_library gptkb:Play_Baseball_the_Ripken_Way
gptkb:The_Only_Way_I_Know
Get in the Game
' The Only Way I Know'.
gptkbp:has_parent gptkb:Ryan_Ripken
gptkbp:has_role Young athletes
young athletes.
gptkbp:has_title gptkb:The_Iron_Man
gptkbp:has_won two World Series titles
gptkbp:has_written books about baseball
gptkbp:head_coach gptkb:Baltimore_Orioles
gptkbp:height 6 ft 4 in
gptkbp:hit_single gptkb:3
2
3184
3,184
gptkbp:home_runs 1632
431
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Cal Ripken Jr.
gptkbp:impact Subject of books
increasing fan engagement
Advocate for youth sports
Legacy in Major League Baseball
Inspiration for documentaries
Role model for players
Promoter of sportsmanship
inspiring the next generation of players
increased popularity of the game
Cultural icon in Baltimore
Increased popularity of shortstop position
popularizing the shortstop position
promoting player durability
gptkbp:influence Youth baseball programs
baseball culture
Inspiration for young athletes
inspiring youth baseball programs
gptkbp:influenced youth baseball programs
future generations of players
younger players
future players
Future baseball players
fan engagement in baseball
modern baseball players
gptkbp:influenced_baseball_culture dedication
sportsmanship
work ethic
respect for the game
positivity
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:Babe_Ruth
gptkb:father
gptkb:Cal_Ripken_Sr.
gptkb:Earl_Weaver
gptkb:Lou_Gehrig
brother
father, Cal Ripken Sr.
gptkbp:influences gptkb:Derek_Jeter
gptkb:Ozzie_Smith
gptkb:Alex_Rodriguez
gptkb:Nomar_Garciaparra
gptkb:Barry_Larkin
gptkbp:inspiration gptkb:fans
young athletes
youth baseball players
role model for young athletes
gptkbp:inspired young athletes
future generations of players
fans of baseball
gptkbp:interests Sports memorabilia
gptkbp:involved_in gptkb:community_service
charity work
youth baseball programs
gptkbp:involvement_in_mlb MLB ambassador
youth baseball advocate
gptkbp:is_a gptkb:Author
gptkb:Businessman
gptkb:commentary
gptkb:Public_speaker
gptkb:Philanthropist
role model
sports icon
two-time AL MVP
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gptkbp:is_a_foundation_for gptkb:Cal_Ripken,_Sr._Foundation
gptkbp:is_a_member_of the 3000 hit club
the 1990s All-Decade Team.
the Baltimore Orioles Hall of Fame.
gptkbp:is_a_subject_of biographies.
gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of consistency in sports.
gptkbp:is_active_in charity work
youth baseball programs
gptkbp:is_considered a role model
one of the greatest shortstops
gptkbp:is_featured_in sports magazines.
documentaries about baseball.
gptkbp:is_from gptkb:Havre_de_Grace,_Maryland
gptkbp:is_influential_in Youth baseball programs
gptkbp:is_involved_in gptkb:Philanthropy
youth baseball programs
Baseball camps
Baseball education initiatives
youth baseball initiatives.
gptkbp:is_known_for gptkb:leadership
gptkb:Community_service
gptkb:community_service
gptkb:Durability
gptkb:Baseball
sportsmanship
his community service
Iron Man streak
his durability
gptkbp:is_married_to gptkb:Kelly_Ripken
gptkbp:is_motivated_by after retirement.
gptkbp:is_played_by gptkb:Major_League_Baseball
gptkb:World_Series
gptkb:All-Star_Games
19 All-Star Games
2632 consecutive games
gptkbp:is_recognized_by numerous awards.
gptkbp:is_remembered_for his contributions to baseball.
gptkbp:is_respected_by gptkb:Fans
gptkbp:is_set_in new consecutive games played record
gptkbp:known_for gptkb:leadership
gptkb:community_service
durability
sportsmanship
gptkbp:legacy one of the greatest shortstops in MLB history
in baseball history
One of the greatest shortstops in baseball history
gptkbp:major_city shortstops in baseball history.
gptkbp:media_appearances numerous
gptkbp:mlbteams gptkb:Baltimore_Orioles
19 times
gptkbp:most_consecutive_games_played 2632
gptkbp:movement 1155
1153
1,608
gptkbp:mvp gptkb:1983
gptkb:1991
gptkbp:named_after gptkb:Rookie_of_the_Year
gptkb:Sports_Illustrated_Sportsman_of_the_Year
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:Iron_Man
gptkbp:notable_achievement Consecutive games played: 2,632
gptkbp:notable_authors gptkb:Major_League_Baseball
gptkbp:notable_games gptkb:1991_All-Star_Game
gptkb:1994_All-Star_Game
gptkb:1996_All-Star_Game
gptkb:1998_All-Star_Game
gptkb:1999_All-Star_Game
gptkb:2000_All-Star_Game
gptkb:1997_World_Series
2000 ALDS Game 1
2001 final game
Final game on October 6, 2001
2,131st consecutive game
1993 Home Run Derby
1995 AL East Division clincher
2001 Home Opener
2131st consecutive game
gptkbp:notable_inductees gptkb:WWE_Hall_of_Fame
gptkbp:notable_leader gptkb:Baseball
gptkbp:notable_rivalry gptkb:Derek_Jeter
gptkb:Sammy_Sosa
gptkb:Alex_Rodriguez
gptkb:Tony_Gwynn
gptkb:Mark_Mc_Gwire
gptkb:Barry_Bonds
gptkb:Cal_Ripken_Sr.
gptkb:Ken_Griffey_Jr.
gptkb:Jim_Thome
gptkb:George_Brett
the New York Yankees.
gptkbp:notable_scene breaking Lou Gehrig's record
breaking Gehrig's record
gptkbp:notable_wins 95.0
gptkbp:number 8
gptkbp:number_of_all_star_games gptkb:19
gptkbp:number_of_all-star_selections gptkb:19
gptkbp:number_of_games 2,632
gptkbp:owned_by gptkb:Ripken_Baseball
gptkbp:personal_life married to Kelly Ripken
gptkbp:played_for gptkb:Baltimore_Orioles
gptkb:Maryland_Terrapins
gptkbp:position Shortstop
Third baseman
Third Base
shortstop
third baseman
gptkbp:premiered_on gptkb:1981
gptkbp:record Most consecutive games played
consecutive games played
most consecutive games played
2131 consecutive games played
consecutive games played in Major League Baseball
2632 games
2,632 games
gptkbp:record_for_consecutive_games_played 2632
gptkbp:recordings ' The Cal Ripken Jr. Show'.
gptkbp:replaced_by consecutive games played record
Lou Gehrig's consecutive games played record
gptkbp:retired gptkb:2001
gptkbp:retired_number gptkb:Baltimore_Orioles
gptkb:Number_8
8
gptkbp:retirement gptkb:2001
gptkb:Author
gptkb:Businessman
gptkb:commentary
gptkb:Motivational_speaker
gptkb:sports_programs
gptkb:Entrepreneur
Sports analyst
March 2001
Baseball analyst
October 6, 2001
celebrated by fans and teammates
coaching youth baseball
held on October 6, 2001
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_activities on-field presentations and speeches
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_attendees family, friends, and fans
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_broadcast televised nationally
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_crowd over 40,000 fans
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_duration approximately 90 minutes
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_emotional_moments tears and cheers from the crowd
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_highlights video tributes and speeches
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_legacy marked the end of an era in baseball.
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_location gptkb:Oriole_Park_at_Camden_Yards
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_memorabilia commemorative items for fans
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_music performed by local artists
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_significance celebration of a legendary career
gptkbp:retirement_ceremony_theme celebration of sportsmanship and dedication
gptkbp:retirement_gifts various memorabilia
gptkbp:retirement_speech emotional and memorable
gptkbp:retirement_year gptkb:2001
8
2001-10-06
gptkbp:runs_batted_in gptkb:0
gptkb:1
1695
1,695
gptkbp:runs_through gptkb:1
2
gptkbp:sportsmanship exemplary
gptkbp:spouse gptkb:Kelly_Ripken
gptkbp:start_date August 10, 1981
gptkbp:started_streak_on May 30, 1982
gptkbp:stolen_bases gptkb:36
gptkbp:streak_end_date September 19, 1998
gptkbp:streak_start_date May 30, 1982
gptkbp:team gptkb:Baltimore_Orioles
gptkbp:team_during_mvp gptkb:Baltimore_Orioles
gptkbp:television_appearance gptkb:ESPN
gptkbp:throws Right
Right-handed
gptkbp:was_a_team_captain gptkb:Baltimore_Orioles
gptkbp:was_an_all-star 19 times
gptkbp:was_known_for his work ethic
leadership qualities.
charitable work.
positive attitude.
gptkbp:weight 225 lb
gptkbp:won gptkb:1983_AL_MVP
gptkb:1984_AL_MVP
gptkb:American_League_Rookie_of_the_Year
gptkb:award
gptkb:1991_MLB_All-Star_Game_MVP
gptkb:1992_MLB_All-Star_Game_MVP
gptkb:American_League_MVP_award
gptkb:World_Series
gptkb:American_League_MVP
gptkb:Baseball_America_Player_of_the_Year
gptkb:ESPY_Award_for_Best_Male_Athlete
gptkb:Major_League_Baseball_All-Star_Game_MVP
gptkb:Major_League_Baseball_All-Century_Team
gptkb:American_League_Most_Valuable_Player
gptkb:Major_League_Baseball_All-Time_Team
gptkb:Sports_Illustrated_Sportsman_of_the_Year
gptkb:MVP_award
gptkb:Golden_Globe_Award
gptkb:ESPY_Award_for_Best_Male_Athlete_in_Baseball
gptkb:Major_League_Baseball_All-Star_Game_Selection
gptkb:Major_League_Baseball_Player_of_the_Year_(1995)
gptkb:Major_League_Baseball_Player_of_the_Year_(1997)
gptkb:Major_League_Baseball_Player_of_the_Year_(1999)
Major League Baseball Player of the Decade (1990s)
Major League Baseball Player of the Year (1991)
Major League Baseball Player of the Year (1994)
Major League Baseball Player of the Year (1996)
Major League Baseball Player of the Year (2000)
Major League Baseball Player of the Year (2001)
The Sporting News Player of the Year
gptkbp:won_award gptkb:American_League_MVP
gptkb:Major_League_Baseball_All-Star_Game_MVP
gptkb:American_League_Most_Valuable_Player
gptkb:Golden_Globe_Award
gptkbp:won_gold_glove_award 2
gptkbp:won_silver_slugger_award 8
gptkbp:world_series_champion gptkb:1
gptkb:1983
gptkb:1996
1981-2001
gptkbp:year gptkb:2001
gptkbp:year_established gptkb:2007
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:video_games
gptkb:award
gptkb:Jackie_Robinson
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3