They say it's always sunny in Philadelphia…and we believe it's true!
Philadelphia Phillies Superstar Kyle Schwarber He made an immediate impact on the team in Tuesday's game at Citizens Bank Park, and he broke an MLB record. Over 20 years.
In the Phillies' 9–4 win over the Tampa Bay Rays, Schwarber hit a leadoff home run to start the game, off the Tampa Bay starting pitcher. Taj Bradley's second pitch of the day, which flew more than 430 feet to right-center field, gave the Phillies an early 1-0 lead. (RELATED: Rangers' Jacob deGrom set to make season debut against Mariners after Tommy John surgery)
But this wasn't just a typical leadoff home run; it was Schwarber's 14th of the season, setting a new major league single record.
As of Tuesday, Schwarber (35 homers through 2024) was tied with New York Yankees legend Alfonso Soriano for the all-time record for leadoff home runs in a season. In 2003, Soriano hit 38 homers, 13 of which came from leadoff position.
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Kyle Schwarber hits his record-tying 14th leadoff home run of the season! pic.twitter.com/6GezHoVtw1
— MLB (@MLB) September 10, 2024
Last night, like most people, I watched the Donald Trump and Kamala Harris presidential debate, so I missed Kyle Schwarber's history and I deeply regret it. That debate put me to sleep and reminded me of how desperate a situation this country is in. I love Trump, but his performance last night was terrible. Kamala is… well… Kamala.
Thankfully, tonight my wife and I have another viewing of “Big Brother.”
