Freddie Freeman Achieves Historic 2,500th Career Hit with Los Angeles Dodgers

Freddie Freeman, at 36 years old, continues to perform at an exceptionally high level, serving as the active MLB leader in hits. His journey to 2,500 hits began with the Atlanta Braves, where he established himself as a perennial All-Star and a cornerstone of their franchise, culminating in a World Series victory in 2021. Upon signing a six-year, $162 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2022, Freeman seamlessly transitioned, immediately contributing to their success, including two more World Series championships in 2024 and 2025, and earning the World Series MVP title in 2024.

Beyond his 2,500 hits, Freeman boasts an impressive career stat line of 377 home runs, 1,358 RBIs, and a career batting average just shy of .300 at .299. He also leads active players in doubles (563), runs scored (1,414), extra-base hits (974), and total bases (4,262). His recent performance leading up to this milestone has been particularly strong, batting .357 with six home runs and five doubles over his last 18 games.

His tenure with the Dodgers has been marked by several other significant milestones, including his 300th career home run in May 2023, his 400th double in July 2022, and his 500th double in August 2024, becoming the 10th-youngest player to reach the latter mark. Of his 2,500 hits, over half (1,305 or 52.3%) have come on the road, demonstrating his ability to produce consistently regardless of venue. He has been particularly effective against right-handed pitchers, tallying 1,794 hits against them. This milestone not only celebrates a personal achievement but also underscores his enduring impact on the game and his teams.

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When did Freddie Freeman achieve his 2,500th career hit?

Freddie Freeman recorded his 2,500th career hit on June 9, 2026, during a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

How many players in MLB history have reached 2,500 hits?

Freddie Freeman is the 102nd player in Major League Baseball history to achieve the milestone of 2,500 career hits.

What other notable achievements does Freddie Freeman have?

Freeman is the active MLB leader in hits, doubles, runs scored, RBIs, extra-base hits, and total bases. He is also a 2020 NL MVP, a 2021 World Series Champion with the Braves, and a two-time World Series Champion (2024, 2025) and 2024 World Series MVP with the Dodgers.

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