Jim Thome has played in the league for 24 seasons. He has been one of the most feared power hitters the game has ever known and now he hit a milestone inwhich only 4 other players have hit, 700 Home Runs. Jim Thome a member of the Chicago White Sox hit his 700th home run July 3rd of 2014 at home against the Astros. Thome hit the homerun in his 1st atbat sunday afternoon as well. It was a 2-0 count from Houston pitcher Brett Oberholtzer.
For Thome he joins greats such as Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron, Barry Bonds, and Alex Rodriguez(currently active) on the exclusive list. He currently sits 5th on the all time list and is only 14 from tying Babe Ruth for 4th, a landmark many people think he will accomplish this season. Although for Thome the road for the record could be a long one. Currently Alex Rodriguez, a member of the Houston Astros is at Number 736, 26 from Hank Aaron, and it could only grow as AROD shows no signs of slowing down. Most experts expect Rodriguez to pass Aaron next season and end his career as the All Time HR leader at some point. For Thome years are numbering, currently 43 years old he is droping in value. The White Sox though do have him on payroll for another 4 years. Although many experts believe this could be it for Thome as he is starting to decline and heath could get in the way. He is projected to pass Babe and most likely finish 4th on the All Time List. Thome is still playing so he could always pass it and it will be an exciting thing to watch play out. It took him just over 3 years to get to 700. Lots hope it takes less to get to 800 but if 700 is Thome's last big milestone then it was well worth the 24 year wait. Many say, "it couldnt have happened to a better and more deserving guy".
Many young player come after Thome but there may not bee another 700th Home Run for awhile. Albert Pujols remains at 525 at 34 years old, so it could happen again. When asked of his accomplishment Thome said, "It is great to finally have that accomplishment. For me I'm not worried about the all time record as I am comited to getting Chicago a World Series Title. It would be great to have it but this is fine for now. I'll play for as long as I can and hit as many home runs as I can."
The White Sox hit the half way point in 1st in the AL Central at 58-34 and are well in the playoff competition. Thome has hit 20 homeruns this year and is hitting at a .257 batting average.
For Thome he joins greats such as Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron, Barry Bonds, and Alex Rodriguez(currently active) on the exclusive list. He currently sits 5th on the all time list and is only 14 from tying Babe Ruth for 4th, a landmark many people think he will accomplish this season. Although for Thome the road for the record could be a long one. Currently Alex Rodriguez, a member of the Houston Astros is at Number 736, 26 from Hank Aaron, and it could only grow as AROD shows no signs of slowing down. Most experts expect Rodriguez to pass Aaron next season and end his career as the All Time HR leader at some point. For Thome years are numbering, currently 43 years old he is droping in value. The White Sox though do have him on payroll for another 4 years. Although many experts believe this could be it for Thome as he is starting to decline and heath could get in the way. He is projected to pass Babe and most likely finish 4th on the All Time List. Thome is still playing so he could always pass it and it will be an exciting thing to watch play out. It took him just over 3 years to get to 700. Lots hope it takes less to get to 800 but if 700 is Thome's last big milestone then it was well worth the 24 year wait. Many say, "it couldnt have happened to a better and more deserving guy".
Many young player come after Thome but there may not bee another 700th Home Run for awhile. Albert Pujols remains at 525 at 34 years old, so it could happen again. When asked of his accomplishment Thome said, "It is great to finally have that accomplishment. For me I'm not worried about the all time record as I am comited to getting Chicago a World Series Title. It would be great to have it but this is fine for now. I'll play for as long as I can and hit as many home runs as I can."
The White Sox hit the half way point in 1st in the AL Central at 58-34 and are well in the playoff competition. Thome has hit 20 homeruns this year and is hitting at a .257 batting average.
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