Five upcoming milestones to watch in 2015 MLB season
By Tim Boyle
Sep 19, 2014; Baltimore, MD, USA; Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz (34) hits the game-winning two-run home run in the tenth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The Red Sox won 5-3. Mandatory Credit: Joy R. Absalon-USA TODAY Sports
David Ortiz reaches 500 home runs
David Ortiz, the greatest designated hitter of all-time, is closing in on 500 career home runs. On Opening Day, Ortiz will have 466 of them. For those who skipped math class, this leaves him 34 shy of joining the 500 home run club.
Last season, Ortiz hit 35 long-balls. This was a bit higher than what he has hit of late, so we may need to wait until 2016 to see Ortiz reach number 500. Before 2014, the last time Ortiz hit 34 or more home runs was 2007. It’s going to take a little bit of luck and a few hanging breaking balls for Ortiz to reach 500 in 2015.