Cal Raleigh currently stands as the Major League Baseball home run leader, holding 46 homers as the regular season approaches its final stretch. Shohei Ohtani and Kyle Schwarber trail closely behind with 43 home runs each, setting up an intense battle to finish atop the leaderboard. Fans and analysts alike are watching closely to see if Raleigh can maintain his lead and claim the season’s home run crown.
Cal Raleigh’s Pursuit of a Historic Power Mark
After an impressive first half where Cal Raleigh slammed 38 homers before the All-Star break, his power numbers have cooled somewhat in the latter half of the season. Despite this, he remains the MLB leader with 46 home runs and is on pace to finish with around 60 homers. Such a total would place Raleigh among an elite group in American League history, joining the ranks of Aaron Judge, who holds the AL record with 62 homers set in 2022, Roger Maris with 61 homers in 1961, and Babe Ruth, who hit 60 in 1927, all while playing for the Yankees.
Shohei Ohtani’s Strong Bid for the Title
Shohei Ohtani, fresh off an extraordinary 2024 season with 54 homers and the National League MVP award, continues to demonstrate his power at the plate. Sitting at 43 home runs this season, Ohtani is projecting to finish with 57 homers and an astonishing 154 runs scored. His dominant offensive season places him in the conversation not only for the home run title but also for a potential fourth MVP award, a rare feat matched only by Barry Bonds in MLB history.
Kyle Schwarber’s Breakout Season With the Phillies
Kyle Schwarber is having a career-best season as a vital part of the Philadelphia Phillies, who lead the National League East. He has matched Ohtani with 43 home runs and is on track to finish with 57, surpassing his previous career high. Schwarber’s outstanding .947 OPS ranks fifth in baseball, and he is also poised to eclipse a personal best by driving in 133 runs this year. Only a few homers shy of Raleigh’s total, Schwarber could emerge as a dark horse to claim the MLB home run leader title by season’s end.
Implications of the Home Run Race and What to Expect Next
The competition between Cal Raleigh, Shohei Ohtani, and Kyle Schwarber promises a thrilling finish to the MLB season, with the home run crown still up for grabs. Raleigh’s chance to enter the American League’s historic home run echelon adds extra weight to his pursuit, while both Ohtani’s MVP bid and Schwarber’s career surge keep the chase unpredictable. Fans can anticipate a final stretch full of high-powered hitting as these players strive to leave their mark on the game this year.