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Active MLB players with more than 2000 hits right now and their career’s highlights

Active MLB players with more than 2000 hits right now and their career’s highlights

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 13, 2025, 17:00 IST

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Delivering hits regularly requires players to have unmatched caliber and consistency. In the MLB 2025 season, there are four active players whose hit score has exceeded 2,000, and more is expected from them. Freddie Freeman, Jose Altuve, Andrew McCutchen, and Paul Goldschmidt's hits have gone beyond 2000; whether they will make it to an exclusive 3,000-hit club will be interesting to watch.

Active MLB players with more than 2000 hits right now and their career’s highlights (Image Credit: Getty Images)

The number of hits determines the baseball players’ offensive abilities. Every hit rushes adrenaline and entertains the viewers. In addition, it enriches the players' performance records. Scoring more than 2000 hits is a big achievement, given the consistency, talent, and stamina it demands.
In the MLB 2025 season, four active players are on the radar due to their hits exceeding 2000. Let’s take a look at their current statistics and career-best highlights.

Freddie Freeman is leading the active players’ list with 2271 hits

Will Freddie Freeman make it to the 3000 hits club or not? It is quite a topic of discussion and seems doable with his current count of 2271 hits. The Los Angeles Dodgers’ 1B is going steadily in the current season with four hits scored so far.

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According to Wikipedia, His excellent performance at the plate has earned him several notable achievements, including:

World Series MVP (2024)
8-time All-Star (2013, 2014, 2018, 2019, 2021–2024)
2-time World Series champion (2021, 2024)
NL MVP (2020)
NL Hank Aaron Award (2020)
2-time All-MLB First Team (2020, 2023)
3 Silver Slugger Awards (2019–2021)
Gold Glove Award (2018)

Jose Altuve’s 19 hits in 2025 contribute to his total 2251 hits

Jose Altuve, only 5’6” in height, does not allow his physical attributes to impact his performance. The Astros’ number 27, second baseman, is on a hitting spree this season and has scored 19 hits at the time of writing this information.

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The Astros’ star hitter has several accolades decorating his 14-season-long career, including:

9 All-Star (2012, 2014–2018, 2021, 2022, 2024)
2-time World Series champion (2017, 2022)
7 Silver Slugger Awards (2014–2018, 2022, 2024)
2-time All-MLB Second Team (2019, 2024)
All-MLB First Team (2022)
ALCS MVP (2019)
AL MVP (2017)
AL Hank Aaron Award (2017)
3-time AL batting champion (2014, 2016, 2017)
Gold Glove Award (2015)
2-time AL stolen base leader (2014, 2015)

Altuve’s health concerns at the age of 34 may raise doubts about his entry into the 3000-hit club, but his aggressive comebacks hint otherwise.

Andrew McCutchen is third active player in 2025 with 2161 hits

Andrew McCutchen, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ number 22, has scored 2161 hits since his MLB debut in 2005. The 2013 NL MVP spent most of his career with the Pirates and plays as their outfielder and dedicated hitter.

Andrew McCutchen has scored nine hits in the 2025 season so far. The Pirates’ star DH’s breakout year was 2013 when he won NL MVP, All-Star, and Silver Slugger.

5 All-Star (2011–2015)
NL MVP (2013)
Gold Glove Award (2012)
4 Silver Slugger Awards (2012–2015)
Roberto Clemente Award (2015)

McCutchen’s 2024 season was marred by injuries, which kept him off the field for most of it. He is slowly gaining his rhythm and is expected to play a key role on the plate.

Paul Goldschmidt enters the list with 2075 career hits

When talking about active players delivering magical performances in the 2025 season, Paul Goldschmidt deserves a mention. His current season with the New York Yankees is decorated with 19 hits till now. The Yankees’ star 1B has played pivotal roles in the team’s game outings.

Goldschmidt’s career highlights, as verified from multiple internet sources, include these titles:

7 All-Star (2013–2018, 2022)
NL MVP (2022)
4 Gold Glove Awards (2013, 2015, 2017, 2021)
5 Silver Slugger Awards (2013, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2022)
All-MLB First Team (2022)
2 NL Hank Aaron Awards (2013, 2022)
NL home run leader (2013)
NL RBI leader (2013)

As of now, the Yankees are struggling through the season, as key players’ absences due to injuries have weakened their lineup.
Which other players do you think will score 2000 or more hits this season? Share in the comments.
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