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Schwarber's 53rd Home Run Sparks Phillies Playoff Return

9/16/2025

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Summary

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On September 15, 2025, Kyle Schwarber hit his 53rd home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
He became the second player in Phillies history to hit 50 home runs in a season, following Ryan Howard's 58 in 2006.
Schwarber is nine home runs shy of breaking Howard's record.
On August 28, 2025, he hit four home runs in one game, joining Mike Schmidt in this feat.
His performance has helped the Phillies reach the playoffs for the first time since 2011.

History

Historical Context

In 2006, Ryan Howard set a Philadelphia Phillies record with 58 home runs, energizing the franchise and contributing to their playoff success. His legacy resonates today as Kyle Schwarber recently hit 53 home runs, including four in a single game, marking the Phillies' return to the playoffs for the first time since 2011, emphasizing the significance of powerful hitters in Major League Baseball.

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Story summary

On September 15, 2025, Kyle Schwarber hit his 53rd home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
He became the second player in Phillies history to hit 50 home runs in a season, following Ryan Howard's 58 in 2006.
Schwarber is nine home runs shy of breaking Howard's record.
On August 28, 2025, he hit four home runs in one game, joining Mike Schmidt in this feat.
His performance has helped the Phillies reach the playoffs for the first time since 2011.

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