Alec Bohm of the Philadelphia Phillies is making a strong case for himself to be selected as an All-Star in 2024. Additionally, he is approaching a significant milestone in team history as the Phillies face off against the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday.
Alec Bohm Chasing Phillies History as Cardinals Come to Town
As the Philadelphia Phillies prepare to host the St. Louis Cardinals at Citizens Bank Park on Sunday night, all eyes will be on third baseman Alec Bohm. The 27-year-old slugger is on the verge of making some serious franchise history with his recent hot streak at the plate.
Bohm Sizzling Over Last 15 Games
Over his last 15 games, Bohm has been absolutely on fire, batting a scorching .492 with 21 RBIs. This is the highest batting average for a Phillies player over a 15-game span since Jayson Werth hit .511 back in 2007.
Bohm has joined an elite club, becoming just the second Phillies player in the last 90 years to bat over .490 with at least 20 RBIs in a 15-game stretch, the other being the legendary Ryan Howard.
Bohm Leads Phillies’ Hot Start
On the season, Bohm is batting a robust .364 with 4 home runs and 32 RBIs, helping to propel the Phillies to a strong 23-11 start. With star shortstop Trea Turner currently on the injured list, Bohm’s continued production will be absolutely crucial as the Phillies look to maintain their lead in the NL East.
Chance for History on Sunday
As the Phillies take on the Cardinals on Sunday night, Bohm will have a chance to etch his name in the franchise record books. With a few more big games, he could surpass Werth’s 15-game batting average mark and cement his status as one of the hottest hitters in Phillies history.
The stage is set for an epic showdown at the Bank. Will Alec Bohm make history? Tune in Sunday night to find out
From @EliasSports: Alec Bohm is second in the National League with 49 RBIs this season, trailing only Marcell
Ozuna. If he drives in a run tonight. Bohm would reach 50 RBIs in a season the fastest by a Phillies player since Raul Ibanez in 2009. (Tonight’s game is Bohm’s 59th;…— Buster Olney (@Buster_ESPN) June 2, 2024
Alec Bohm continued his impressive season on Saturday, going 2-for-4 with two RBIs as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 6-1. The 27-year-old third baseman is putting together an All-Star caliber campaign, batting .311 with five home runs and a team-leading 49 RBIs.
Bohm, who made his MLB debut in 2020, has been a key contributor to the Phillies’ success over the past two seasons. He helped lead the team to the World Series in 2022 and the NLCS in 2021. With his stellar performance so far this year, Bohm is making a strong case to represent the National League in the 2024 All-Star Game.
The Phillies’ victory on Saturday, powered by Bohm’s bat, keeps them in first place in the NL East as they continue their series against the Cardinals. Bohm’s consistent production in the middle of the lineup has been a major factor in the team’s hot start to the season. If he maintains this level of play, Bohm could be headed to his first career All-Star selection.
Raul Ibanez, a veteran of 19 seasons in the major leagues, played for the Seattle Mariners, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees, and Kansas City Royals. During his career, he hit 305 home runs and played a significant role in the Phillies’ 2009 World Series run.
On Sunday, the Phillies and Cardinals will face off at Citizens Bank Park at 7:10 p.m. ET. The Cardinals will be led by pitcher Lance Lynn, who has a 2-3 record and a 3.45 ERA. The Phillies will counter with Taijuan Walker, who has a 3-1 record and a 5.51 ERA.
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