Bryce Harper is approaching a significant milestone in his career. He is just one home run shy of equalling Rocky Colavito for 82nd place on the all-time home run list in Major League Baseball.
Harper will have the opportunity to reach this milestone this week.
Harper’s Recent Form
The Philadelphia Phillies have seen an upswing in their performance recently. Bryce Harper’s contributions have been a key factor in this improvement.
Harper has been swinging the bat effectively over the past few days. In the last seven days, Harper has hit four home runs and nine hits in 21 at-bats.
He has only struck out once during this period.
Chasing Colavito’s Record
Bryce Harper is nearing a spot on an impressive list. According to Jeff Kerr of ESPN, “Bryce Harper hit his 373rd career HR. Harper is still 83rd on the all-time HR list. Next up? Rocky Colavito at 374.”
Colavito had 374 career home runs over 14 years. He played for Cleveland, Detroit, Kansas City, Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York.
Harper is considered a guaranteed Hall of Famer.
Harper has put himself in a really good spot to continue moving up some impressive lists.
Opportunity Against the Red Sox
Harper has the chance to make baseball history. He will have an opportunity to accomplish the feat this week.
Bryce Harper has the chance to tie Rocky Colavito for the 82nd-most home runs in Major League Baseball history.
Bryce Harper has chance to make baseball history against Red Sox.