Cheers to the Heavy Hitters: A Look at Baseball's Best in 2024
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A Look Back at 2023: Setting the Stage
The best way to predict the future is to look at the past. Let’s take a look at the top homerun leaders, top hits, and who held the best hitting average in all of MLB.
2023: Where Precision Meets Power
Batting average and hits are the bread and butter of any team's offense, and last year we saw some spectacular performances. Players who consistently found gaps and added to their hit tally not only showcased their skill but also their invaluable contribution to their teams’ successes. As for those who sent the ball out of the park, their homeruns were not just about the distance but the timing, often turning the tide of the games.
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Rank |
Top MLB Home run Leaders |
Team |
Home Runs |
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1 |
Braves |
54 |
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2 |
Phillies |
47 |
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3 |
Mets |
46 |
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4 |
Angels - Dodgers |
44 |
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5 |
Braves |
41 |
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6 |
Braves |
40 |
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7 |
Dodgers |
39 |
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8 |
Rangers |
39 |
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9 |
White Sox |
38 |
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10 |
Yankees |
37 |
The hardest to strike out and most likely to gain points
While the long ball gets the glory, the art of hitting is not lost on those who excel in batting average and racking up hits. This year, we're keeping an eye on a mix of consistent veterans and promising newcomers who have the discipline, eye, and swing to lead the pack. These are the hitters who can be expected to consistently get on base, drive in runs, and set the table for the power hitters. Their prowess at the plate will be crucial for their teams' fortunes and the bane of pitchers across the league.
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Rank |
Top MLB in Hits |
Team |
Total Hits |
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1 |
Braves |
217 |
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2 |
Dodgers |
211 |
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3 |
Marlins |
203 |
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4 |
Rangers |
185 |
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5 |
mariners |
180 |
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6 |
Dodgers |
179 |
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7 |
Braves |
179 |
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8 |
Royals |
177 |
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9 |
Blue Jays |
175 |
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10 |
Cubs |
175 |
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Rank |
Top MLB in Batting Average |
Team |
Average |
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1 |
Marlins |
.354 |
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2 |
Braves |
.337 |
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3 |
Dodgers |
.331 |
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4 |
Devil Rays |
.330 |
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5 |
Rangers |
.327 |
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6 |
Cubs |
.307 |
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7 |
Dodgers |
.307 |
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8 |
Blue Jays |
.306 |
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9 |
Angels - Dodgers |
.304 |
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10 |
Phillies |
.293 |
The Top Offensive Picks for Your Fantasy League
As we pivot to 2024, the crystal ball gets a bit murky, but the excitement is as clear as a sunny day game. Based on last year's performances, advanced analytics, and a touch of BumperBar intuition, we've compiled a list of the top 5 hitters you should consider first. Then after, the 5 to pass on or pick with caution.
Ronald Acuna Jr. is a triple crown potenital
Acuna can do it all with a bat in his hand. Power, average, and total hits. If you’re lucky enough to snag him, congrats. Why will he be the #1 ranked hitter in MLB in 2024, not just because of his abilities, but the fact that the Atlanta Braves are stacked in their line-up, and have a pitching staff that rivals the years of Maddux, Smoltz, and Glavine.
Luis Arrez is a hitting machine
Arrez is not just Marlin’s #1 offensive threat in 2024, he’s a top 5 hitter in all of MLB. He’s going to hit in the top 10 for average and total hits. Look for him to make sure your fantasy league stats are always competitive.
Shohei Ohtani may be the #1 attraction in baseball
What can’t this guy do? The scariest thing about him, is that he’s getting better every year. Now part of the LA Dodger line-up that has Mookie Betts crushing it too, he’s going to take advantage of a possible weakened Padres and Giants team in 2024 and do even more damage.
Mookie is the real cookie Betts
It’s scary how fast the ball comes off his bat and how he’s being more selective at the plate. In 2024 with the addition of Ohtani, the Dodgers are primed to spread the ball all over the yard. We at BumperBar believe this is the year that Betts is top 3 for average and hits, while cranking out 35-42 home runs. A season he can happily lay his hat on when the foul line chalk settles.
Free the Friedman
There’s going to be Sportscenter clips all year with Freddie Freeman. We believe that this year he’s going to make a strong case for top 3 in hits and average, and 35 or more home runs. Freeman sees every rotation of the ball and in 2024 he’s going to eclipse his 2023 stats.
Final Toast
As we round the bases on our preview of baseball’s 2024 top hitters, remember that every game is an opportunity to witness history in the making. For the die-hard fans and fantasy league aficionados, these are the names that could make or break your season. And for those enjoying the game with a BumperBar in tow, may your drinks be cold and your spirits high as you cheer on the next generation of baseball legends.
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