MLB is a game of power with home runs launched over the
fences
Also a game of speed to steal bases, beat a throw to first
or on a sacrifice fly scoring a run for the offence
But a player who hits home runs with power and also with
speed bases steal
Is a combination that is somewhat rare and almost surreal
Since Jose Canseco became the first player to hit 40 home
runs and steal 40 bases in 1988
Until this Friday only 4 other MLB players since then have
stolen 40 or more bases and hit 40 or more home runs from home plate
On Friday Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers with a grand slam
joined this elite grouping With 10 more
steals and 10 more around the bases trooping
He would achieve a milestone that has never been seen before
The 50 steals 50 home runs club that entrance on first
ballot to the Hall of Fame will be instore
© 8/25/2024 Michael P. Ridley aka The Alaskanpoet
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