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Harper's Cycle Powers Phillies 15-3; Schwarber Leads with 28 HRs

6/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Harper hit for the cycle in four at-bats as Philadelphia beat the New York Mets 15-3.
He used a 35-ounce workout bat to achieve the cycle.
Interim manager Don Mattingly gave Harper permission to swing at any pitch, helping him seize the moment.
Kyle Schwarber hit three homers, two over 456 feet, raising his season total to a majors-leading 28.

History

Historical Context

The 1927 New York Yankees, powered by Babe Ruth’s record-setting 60 home runs and a 110-win season, defined baseball’s power era. That benchmark still shapes teams today; the Phillies, led by Bryce Harper’s 35-ounce bat and Kyle Schwarber’s 28 homers, matched the Yankees’ slugging spirit in a 15–3 victory over the Mets under interim manager Don Mattingly.

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Story summary

Harper hit for the cycle in four at-bats as Philadelphia beat the New York Mets 15-3.
He used a 35-ounce workout bat to achieve the cycle.
Interim manager Don Mattingly gave Harper permission to swing at any pitch, helping him seize the moment.
Kyle Schwarber hit three homers, two over 456 feet, raising his season total to a majors-leading 28.

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