On Tuesday, Julio Rodriguez made history by becoming the youngest player in MLB history to hit his 25th home run. The Seattle Mariners outfielder, just 20 years old, reached this milestone in just his first full season in the big leagues.
Rodriguez’s 25th home run came in the bottom of the fourth inning against the Texas Rangers. He drove a fastball from Rangers starter Lance Lynn over the right-field fence for a solo shot. The homer gave the Mariners a 3-2 lead and they went on to win the game 5-2.
The milestone is just the latest in a long list of accomplishments for Rodriguez this season. He was named an All-Star for the first time and is currently batting .310 with 25 home runs and 65 RBIs. He is also tied for the most home runs by a rookie in the American League.
Rodriguez’s success is even more impressive considering he was only called up to the majors in August of last year. Since then, he has quickly become one of the most exciting young players in the game. He has shown off his power, speed, and defensive skills, making him a complete player.
The 25th home run is just another step in what is sure to be a long and successful career for Rodriguez. He has already made history and is sure to make more as he continues to develop and improve his game. It will be exciting to watch him reach new milestones and continue to make his mark on the game of baseball.
