 |
|
|
Blake Ballard Gets Hit Number 2000 Tuesday, October 1st , 2047 Blake Ballard was bubbling over with joy, celebrating his 2000th hit in the Texas 6-2 victory over the Angels at Globe Life Park in Arlington. "I learned what hard work, focus, dedication, and opportunity can do. This is how it pays off." The 37-year-old right fielder achieved that milestone with 2 hits in 4 at-bats to join the exclusive 2000-hit club. His manager said, "Blake plays the same every day and every inning -- with all his heart. That's why he's such a special player." In his 2012-game career Ballard is hitting .269 with 2000 hits, 317 doubles, 68 triples and 474 home runs. He has scored 1403 runs and driven in 1308. View Boxscore View Game Log |
|
