Los Angeles. Freddie Freeman continues to build a Hall of Fame-worthy career and this Tuesday reached another historic chapter by becoming the only active Major League player with 2,500 career hits.

The Dodgers star reached the milestone during the resounding 12-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park, the stage where the veteran first baseman once again demonstrated the consistency that has defined his 17 seasons in the Majors.

Freeman needed just two hits to start the series and ended up reaching the historic milestone with an RBI single to center field against rookie Brandan Bidois, a hit that also capped an explosive 10-run seventh inning for Los Angeles.

“When you are young you might think a lot about these numbers, but over time you learn to really value moments like this,” Freeman expressed after the game. “Reaching 2,500 hits means so much to me.”

At 36 years old, the first baseman maintains an elite offensive level and continues to be one of the most consistent hitters in modern baseball. The historic base hit also represented his 69th hit of the current season, projecting him once again to exceed 160 hits if he manages to stay healthy.

Leads the list among active players

With the new mark, Freeman extends his lead as the hits leader among active MLB players.

Venezuelan second baseman José Altuve appears as his closest pursuer with 2,430 hits, while Andrew McCutchen occupies third place with 2,280 and Paul Goldschmidt follows him with 2,227.

The feat also reopens the debate about the possibility of Freeman reaching 3,000 hits, a figure reserved for the greatest legends of the sport.

Inside the Dodgers’ clubhouse, the achievement was celebrated with jokes and optimism.

“Everyone said that now it’s better to get another 500,” Freeman commented with a laugh about his teammates’ reaction.

Cooperstown closer and closer

The historic figure further strengthens Freeman’s profile as a future member of the Cooperstown Hall of Fame.

In addition to the 2,500 hits, the first baseman currently has 377 home runs and could soon become a member of the exclusive 400-home run club.

His teammate Mookie Betts highlighted the magnitude of the feat in an era where pitching dominates much of the game.

“Nowadays getting hits is much harder. Reaching 2,500 is something incredible and Freddie continues to play at a very high level,” stated the Dodgers shortstop.

With initial plans to play several more seasons, Freeman continues to demonstrate that discipline, consistency, and the ability to adapt can extend greatness even in the most mature stage of a historic career.