As the 2026 Major League Baseball season begins, several star players are on the cusp of significant career milestones. These achievements are based on their career statistics through the 2025 season and their projected performance for the coming year.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout is approaching 500 career home runs. Entering the 2026 season, he has hit 493 home runs, putting the milestone well within reach if he maintains his health and power production. Similarly, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts is closing in on 300 home runs, starting the season with 287.
On the pitching side, New York Mets ace Kodai Senga is nearing 1,000 career strikeouts between MLB and NPB. He begins the 2026 campaign with a combined total of 987 strikeouts. Reaching these marks will depend heavily on player health and consistent performance throughout the long season.
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