<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-yankees" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Yankees</a></strong> clinched another victory in their series against the Minnesota Twins, with <strong>Trent Grisham</strong> delivering a standout performance by hitting multiple home runs. His exceptional play allowed him to reach a significant milestone previously achieved by franchise legend Mickey Mantle in <strong>MLB</strong> history.</p>



<p>According to OptaStats, Grisham became <strong>the first <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/mlb">MLB</a> player from any team to hit 15 or more home runs in a 50-game span without recording any extra-base hits</strong>, a feat last accomplished by Mantle in 1958 when he hit 21 home runs without doubles or triples in that stretch.</p>



<p>Grisham’s recent games have seen him hit only home runs, bringing his total to 33 for the season with the Yankees. This extends his career high for a regular season, <strong>surpassing his previous best of 17 home runs with the San Diego Padres in 2022.</strong></p>



<p>With Grisham on the field, <strong>the Yankees have found another powerful hitter alongside Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton</strong>, two of the franchise’s top sluggers. The team is anticipated to make a postseason appearance, at the very least in the Wild Card series.</p>



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<h2>Grisham among the greats</h2>



<p>Grisham’s outstanding performance this regular season underscores his value to the Yankees, <strong>who are nearing the clinching of a Wild Card spot and challenging the Toronto Blue Jays for leadership in the AL East standings.</strong></p>


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<p>Grisham ranks among qualified American League hitters with at least 30 home runs and a .340 on-base percentage, <strong>a list headed by teammate Aaron Judge with Mariners standout Cal Raleigh just behind.</strong></p>



<h2>Bellinger praises Grisham</h2>



<p>As Grisham continues to post impressive stats this regular season, teammate Cody Bellinger commended him following their matchup, <strong>where Grisham played a vital role in securing the Yankees’ win over the Twins</strong> in the third game of the series on Wednesday.</p>



<p><em><strong>“He does it with ease, and it’s been really fun to watch,” </strong></em>Bellinger told the media post-game. His comments, coupled with Grisham’s performance, have fueled optimism among Yankees fans about the team’s postseason prospects this year.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/juan-soto">Juan Soto</a></strong> continues to etch his name into baseball history—this time, alongside none other than <strong>Mickey Mantle</strong>. The Mets star recorded the <strong>1,000th hit</strong> of his <strong>MLB </strong>career on Thursday, joining a rare circle of players who reached that milestone before turning 27. In doing so, Soto aligns with Mantle, one of the most revered hitters of all time, both in productivity and historical trajectory.</p>



<p>Soto’s landmark hit came off Atlanta ace <strong>Spencer Strider </strong>during a 7–1 loss, but the game result was secondary to the career-defining moment. According to <em><a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/juan-soto-records-1-000th-career-hit" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">MLB.com</a></em>, <strong>only 0.3% of all players in MLB history</strong>—just <strong>84 individuals</strong>—have tallied 1,000 hits before their 27th birthday. </p>



<p>Even more exclusive: Soto is the <strong>only player ever</strong> to reach <strong>1,000 hits, 200 home runs, and 800 walks</strong> before that age. In a sport that reveres milestones, this one tie Soto’s name to a legend whose shadow still looms large across generations.</p>



<h2>Historic milestone with echoes of the Mick</h2>



<p><strong>Mickey Mantle</strong> is a benchmark for offensive excellence in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/mlb">MLB</a>—a player whose early career productivity remains unmatched by most. Soto’s rise mirrors that of Mantle in more than just statistics: both debuted as teenagers, both dominated early, and both became faces of the game before turning 27.</p>



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<p>Though Mantle reached 1,000 hits in a different era, the rarity of that feat in today’s pitching-dominant environment makes Soto’s achievement all the more significant. This parallel not only elevates Soto’s reputation but also places current baseball fans in the presence of an all-time caliber performer.</p>


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<h2>A future lined with milestones</h2>



<p>Now with <strong>1,000 hits</strong>, Soto is firmly on the path toward <strong>3,000</strong>—a club only 33 players in MLB history have joined. Of the <strong>84 players</strong> who reached 1,000 hits before age 27, <strong>17 reached 3,000</strong>, and five others are still active. Given Soto’s discipline, durability, and advanced offensive approach, the odds are increasingly in his favor.</p>


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<p>Having already logged <strong>569 hits with Washington</strong>, <strong>199 with San Diego</strong>, <strong>166 with the Yankees</strong>, and now <strong>66 with the Mets</strong> in his first season under a 15-year, $765 million deal, Soto’s career has been as nomadic as it has been prolific.</p>


        

        

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/bryce-harper">Bryce Harper</a></strong> hit another career milestone Friday night, driving in the <strong>1,000th and 1,001st RBIs</strong> of his career during the<strong> Philadelphia Phillies’</strong> 8–4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. The 32-year-old opened the scoring with a bloop single to left-center in the fifth inning, then added another RBI knock in the eighth. He also played a pivotal role in a four-run rally during the seventh by checking his swing on a full count to draw a walk and load the bases.</p>



<p>With the achievement, Harper joins a prestigious group. According to MLB.com, he is now <em>“<strong>the 14th player in MLB history to reach 1,000 RBIs, 1,000 runs and 1,000 walks before turning 33</strong>.”</em> Of the other 13 players, 11 are Hall of Famers — names like<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/babe-ruth">Babe Ruth</a>, Lou Gehrig</strong>, and <strong>Mickey Mantle </strong>— while the remaining two, <strong>Barry Bonds</strong> and <strong>Albert Pujols</strong>, are widely considered Hall of Fame-caliber.</p>



<p>Reflecting on the moment, Harper said: <em>“There’s a lot of baseball ahead of me, and this team, as well. Obviously, having moments like that are really cool on a personal level… <strong>just to be part of that is just a really cool moment for me. It’s pretty awesome.</strong>”</em> Phillies manager <strong>Rob Thomson </strong>added: <em><strong>“That’s quite a group that he’s a part of. It shows you how great of a hitter he’s been.”</strong></em></p>



<h2>A key role in the Phillies’ rally</h2>



<p>Philadelphia trailed 3–1 entering the bottom of the seventh. After two runners reached base, Harper faced a full count and checked his swing on a 3–2 slider from <strong>Ryan Borucki</strong>. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-pirates">Pirates</a> disputed the call, believing he had gone around, but third-base umpire <strong>John Libka </strong>ruled no swing. As noted in the original report, <em>“<strong>Pittsburgh manager Don Kelly got ejected immediately for arguing Libka’s call.</strong>”</em></p>



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<p>Harper’s walk loaded the bases and triggered a collapse for the Pirates’ bullpen. Borucki walked<strong> Kyle Schwarber</strong> to force in a run, hit <strong>Nick Castellanos </strong>to tie the game, and was replaced by <strong>Tanner Rainey</strong>, who walked <strong>J.T. Realmuto</strong> to give the Phillies a 4–3 lead. A sacrifice fly by <strong>Alec Bohm</strong> extended the lead to 5–3. <em><strong>“I thought we fought back. I thought we did a great job,”</strong></em> Harper told reporters afterward. Harper would later add another RBI with a soft single through a drawn-in infield in the eighth.</p>


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<h2>Working through early-season struggles</h2>



<p>Despite his recent success, Harper is still clawing his way back from a prolonged slump. <em>“<strong>Obviously, I’m not where I want to be,</strong>”</em> Harper acknowledged. <em>“I’ve just got to keep grinding. I’m doing it every day. Down there [in the batting cage] trying to feel good and feel good during the game. I’m putting myself in some bad situations… I’ve just got to keep pounding the pavement.”</em></p>


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<p>While not all of Harper’s hits were hard-struck, his production in key moments proved vital to Philadelphia’s comeback. The performance not only lifted the team, but also marked a personal milestone for a player who continues to leave his mark on the game with each passing <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/mlb">MLB</a> season.</p>


        

        

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