Bryce Harper celebrated a significant milestone in his career by hitting his 350th home run during the Philadelphia Phillies’ series finale against the Boston Red Sox. The moment came swiftly after teammate Kyle Schwarber opened the game with his own 34th home run of the season, sending a powerful shot to right field. On the very next pitch from Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito, Harper connected and launched a stunning drive that traveled 439 feet and reached a speed of 110.8 mph off the bat. This achievement marks Harper as the eighth active player in Major League Baseball to reach the 350-home run milestone.
The excitement didn’t stop there, as the back-to-back homers propelled the Phillies to an early 3-0 lead in the first inning. Furthermore, Nick Castellanos and Bryson Stott, who recently returned to the lineup after welcoming his second child, also contributed to the team’s offensive onslaught with solo home runs in the subsequent innings, extending the lead to 5-0.
Harper’s milestone home run stands as his longest and hardest hit ball of the season, showcasing his enduring power at the plate. This achievement adds to the excitement around the Phillies as they continue to build momentum toward the postseason.