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Hank Aaron closed his illustrious career with 6,856 total bases, a record far from being challenged in recent years. Active player Freddie Freeman, with only 3,495 total bases, would need to average 422 total bases over the next seven years to break Aaron’s impressive tally—a feat looking increasingly unachievable.
The Fastest to the 40-40 Club
Shohei Ohtani made history on August 23, 2024, by quickly joining the 40-40 club in just 126 games. While this achievement showcases Ohtani's remarkable talent and thrilling potential for future records, time will tell if we witness another player reach this milestone, especially as the dynamics of the game evolve further.