Kyle Schwarber appeals to his power to chase a Babe Ruth mark

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber is on the cusp of a historic milestone that could see him join baseball legend Babe Ruth in the record books. Schwarber, now in his fifth season with the Phillies, has already amassed 222 home runs since joining the team in 2022. He is projected to potentially match Babe Ruth's feat of hitting 235 home runs within his first five years with the New York Yankees. Schwarber needs just 13 more home runs in the Phillies' remaining 42 games to achieve this remarkable comparison.

As of Tuesday's games, Schwarber had hit 35 home runs in 114 games this season, averaging a home run roughly every 3.2 games. If he maintains this pace through the rest of the regular season, he is on track to reach the target number. However, Schwarber's season has seen fluctuations, including a 17-game stretch without a home run before hitting two last Sunday. Despite this, his overall power remains a significant factor in the National League.

Should Schwarber achieve this milestone, his name would be etched alongside Babe Ruth's. Furthermore, his impressive season could garner him votes for the National League Most Valuable Player award. The current favorites for the MVP award include Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Pete Crow-Armstrong of the Chicago Cubs. Schwarber's pursuit of this historical mark adds another layer of intrigue to his already standout season.