UPDATE: In a stunning display of power, Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber hit four home runs in a single game against the Atlanta Braves on Thursday night, bringing his season total to an impressive 49 homers. This remarkable feat marks Schwarber as the fourth player in Phillies history to achieve this milestone and the first since Mike Schmidt in April 1976.
The game, held at Citizens Bank Park, saw Schwarber’s explosive performance lead the Phillies to an overwhelming victory, ending with a score of 18-4. With this achievement, he becomes only the 21st player in Major League Baseball history to hit four home runs in one game, following in the footsteps of Eugenio Suárez and Nick Kurtz, who also accomplished this feat earlier this season.
Schwarber’s journey to this record-breaking night began with a solo home run in his first at-bat against pitcher Cal Quantrill, sending a curveball deep into right field. He continued to dominate the game, hitting a three-run homer in the fifth inning and later adding another three-run shot in the eighth off Wander Suero. His total of nine RBIs set a new franchise record for a single game.
With chants of “M-V-P! M-V-P!” echoing throughout the stadium, Schwarber’s performance not only thrilled fans but also solidified his position in the league. He now stands tied with Shohei Ohtani for the National League lead and only trails Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners, who leads the majors with 50 home runs.
This electrifying game has significant implications for the Phillies as they push for playoff contention. Schwarber’s 49 homers have now surpassed the totals of franchise legends Ryan Howard and Mike Schmidt, ranking as the second-most in a single season in Phillies history, just shy of Howard’s record of 58 set in 2006.
As the season progresses, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if Schwarber can continue this historic run. His next game presents a crucial opportunity for him to further elevate his status among MLB greats.
Stay tuned for more updates on Schwarber’s journey and the Phillies’ quest for postseason glory.