Mr. 1-0

It’s a niche stat, but Kyle Schwarber is the indisputable best in Major League history at one thing. Whether it set the tone for the game or dug his starter out of an early hole, Schwarber set a new MLB record with 15 leadoff home runs in one season.

KYLE SCHWARBER LEADOFF TANK pic.twitter.com/yJdMJsDINQ

— MLB (@MLB) October 5, 2024 That wasn’t the only good thing about his season, though. Overall, he was one of the team’s best, and most consistent, hitters in 2024.

2024 Stats: 150 G, 692 PA, .248/.366/.485, 142 H, 104 RBI, 38 HR, 197 K, 106 BB, 137 OPS+, 3.4 fWAR

The Good

In addition to the aforementioned MLB record, Schwarber had an overall good year at the plate. He led the league in walks…