Salvador Perez is closing in on a George Brett record few saw coming
Salvador Perez is approaching a significant milestone in his career as he closes in on George Brett's franchise home run record. His recent home run against the Yankees has positioned him as the all-time home run leader among Latin American-born primary catchers. The debate surrounding Perez's Hall of Fame candidacy is intensifying as he continues to accumulate impressive statistics and accolades.
- ▪Salvador Perez hit his 312th career home run, surpassing Iván Rodríguez for seventh place among primary catchers.
- ▪The home run also tied him with George Brett for the most home runs at Kauffman Stadium.
- ▪Perez is now just five home runs away from breaking Brett's franchise record of 317 home runs.
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