Frequently Asked Questions
How many home runs does Munetaka Murakami have this season?
Murakami has 24 home runs through his first 74 MLB career games. His 24th came on a two-run opposite-field blast off Nick Martinez against the Tampa Bay Rays.
What MLB record did Murakami tie or set through his first 74 games?
Murakami became just the second player in MLB history to record at least 24 home runs while maintaining an OBP of .381 or higher through his first 74 career games. The only other player to reach that mark was Yordan Alvarez, who posted a .409 OBP with 24 homers in the same span.
How does Murakami perform against pitchers throwing 97 mph or harder?
Among the 144 hitters with at least 30 plate appearances against pitches of 97 mph or faster this season, Murakami owns the highest OPS and slugging percentage in baseball. His elite bat speed combined with his plate discipline have made him one of the best hitters in baseball against power arms.
What is Murakami's chase rate and walk rate this season?
Murakami has a 22% chase rate, one of the lowest in baseball, and an 18.2% walk rate, which ranks among the highest in the league. His patience at the plate has forced opposing pitchers to challenge him in the zone, where he does serious damage.
How did Murakami, Colson Montgomery, and Miguel Vargas make history together this season?
The trio has homered in the same game five times this season, tying them for the most by any trio of teammates since 1900. Their latest combined effort came in Chicago's 6-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, which also included a home run from Andrew Benintendi.
Mitchell Kaminski
I’m a Bradley University Sports Communication graduate with five years covering the Chicago White Sox and experience broadcasting for ESPN-partnered Bradley Athletics. I’ve worked as a radio play-by-play announcer in Missouri and currently serve as a TV reporter for ABC 17 News in Columbia.
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