Red Sox’s Alex Bregman is one swing away from joining the 200 HR club

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 7, 2025, 23:30 IST

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Alex Bregman, enjoying a stellar start with the Boston Red Sox, stands on the cusp of a major milestone. Nearing his 200th career home run, a feat achieved by only 318 MLB players, Bregman's resurgence has been a boon for Boston, especially with Rafael Devers' early struggles.

Red Sox’s Alex Bregman is one swing away from joining the 200 HR club (Image Source: Getty)

Alex Bregman has gotten off to a quick and impressive start to his Boston Red Sox career, and now he's only one big swing away from hitting a significant milestone. With 199 career home runs after homering last Friday, the veteran third baseman is just one away from joining the elite 200-home run club, a feat only 318 players in MLB history have achieved before him.

Alex Bregman's scorching start in Boston has plopped him back amidst the league leaders

Alex Bregman has been one of Boston's best hitters this year. He's hit several home runs, driven in a good amount of runs, and has one of the best batting forms of his life. If the season ended today, his batting average would be the highest in his career, and his on-base and slugging numbers would be his best since the year 2019, when he was the AL MVP runner-up.

In his tenth year in the majors, Alex Bregman proved himself as Boston's best-hitting option. That dependability was welcomed early in the year when star third baseman Rafael Devers struggled from the beginning. Alex Bregman's clutch hitting hasn't gone unrecognized, with manager Alex Cora calling Bregman consistent and a leader.

Red Sox ready for moment as Alex Bregman nears milestone

The 31-year-old isn’t in the MVP race this year, but he’s providing veteran stability and power in the middle of Boston’s lineup. Home run No. 200 is more than just a number; it's a symbol of Alex Bregman’s long-term success and the new life he’s found in a Red Sox uniform. With eight homers already, he’s on pace for his best power season since the shortened 2020 campaign.

Alex Bregman can reach the milestone today when the Red Sox host the Texas Rangers. The Rangers will send right-hander Tyler Mahle to the hill, and the first pitch is scheduled for 6:45 p.m. E.T.Fans and teammates, as well, will be paying attention. When that 200th home run hits, it'll be more than a statistic; this will be a testament to the type of player that Alex Bregman is still, and how much he's meant to Boston so far in 2025.Also Read: “Loving The Newborn Phase”- Alex Bregman’s Wife And New Mama Reagan Elizabeth Feels Thankful About Motherhood

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