The 2025 MLB regular season concluded with a historic power surge, as four players—Cal Raleigh, Kyle Schwarber, Shohei Ohtani, and Trevor Story—each hit 50 or more home runs, a feat not seen in decades.
October 4, 2025
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Four Players Hit 50+ Homers in Historic Season
Major League Baseball experienced a significant power surge in the 2025 regular season, culminating in four players hitting 50 or more home runs. This offensive explosion, which coincided with a 21% spike in viewership, marks one of the most prolific home run seasons in modern history.
The milestone hasn't been achieved in decades, bringing a new level of excitement to the sport. Fans can follow the official leaderboards on MLB.com.
The 50 Home Run Club
The four sluggers who captivated the league this year include:
Cal Raleigh (Seattle Mariners): 60
Kyle Schwarber (Philadelphia Phillies): 56
Shohei Ohtani: 55
Trevor Story: 50
This remarkable convergence of power hitting has solidified the 2025 season as a memorable one for baseball fans and statisticians alike.
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Raleigh and Schwarber Lead the Charge
While all four players had remarkable seasons, two stood out for their record-breaking and memorable performances.
Cal Raleigh's Record-Shattering Year
Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh led the league with 60 home runs, becoming only the seventh player in MLB history to reach that mark. His performance was not just historic for the league, but also for his franchise and position.
Raleigh set new single-season records for:
Most home runs by a catcher.
Most home runs by a switch-hitter.
Most home runs by a Seattle Mariners player.
His power at the plate was a driving force behind the Mariners clinching their first AL West title since 2001.
Schwarber's Career Season
Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber produced a career-best 56 home runs. Building on previous seasons of 46 and 47 homers, Schwarber established himself as one of the game's elite power hitters. His season included a signature four-homer game against the Braves, a moment highlighted as one of the year's best.
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