Jose Altuve blasted a double tonight in Philadelphia, immediately becoming the 103rd player in MLB history to join the ultra-exclusive 2500 hit club. Talk about making history on the road! The Astros legend is now one of only two active players to reach that incredible milestone, with Freddie Freeman being the other.
This Is An Elite Club, No Doubt About It
When you’re only the 103rd guy to do something in the entire history of a sport, you know it’s a big deal. Todd Kalas hit it spot on, calling Altuve’s feat “just another step in an elite career” and recognizing him as a “hit machine since joining the Astros in 2011.” That kind of bat-to-ball skill is just insane, something barely over a hundred players in the game’s long history have mastered to this level.
A Future Hall of Famer, No Doubt
The Hall of Fame talk is already heating up, and it’s easy to see why. Larry Dierker pointed out Altuve’s “durability” as a huge factor, acknowledging he might not be as fast or powerful as he once was, but that longevity is key for Cooperstown. He wants to see Altuve finish his career with the Astros, right there alongside Bagwell, Biggio, and Wagner. Doug Glanville called Altuve the “gold standard for getting a bat on a ball,” an incredibly “difficult batter” to set up because he covers so much of the hitting zone. Glanville also highlighted Altuve’s “longevity and a championship pedigree,” plus his humble nature, stating flat out that he’s “no doubt a future Hall of Famer!” Art Howe summed it up, saying Altuve is “a joy to watch” with “a ton of energy and passion every single game,” and a “great role model” for young players. He’s also convinced Altuve is “on his way to the HOF.”
So what’s next for Altuve? He just keeps on hitting, cementing his legacy with every swing. If these guys are right, we’re watching a future Hall of Famer every time he steps to the plate. Keep an eye on him as he continues to climb those all-time lists.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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