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Bernard Moon breaks Brandon Phillips' high school batting record

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 9:06 AM

Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Bernard Moon breaks Brandon Phillips' high school batting record

Summary

Bernard Moon, a minor leaguer with the Daytona Tortugas, has set a new single-season batting average record of.626, surpassing Brandon Phillips' 20-year-old record of.610. Moon's achievement comes as he plays for Phillips' former team, highlighting a strong connection to Phillips' legacy. During his time at Redan High School, Moon made significant contributions to the team, including nine home runs and 49 RBIs in his senior year. Now in his second full season with the Tortugas, Moon has shown improved performance and a passion for the game, embracing the lively spirit that Phillips is known for. He has been under the mentorship of Phillips' family, which has influenced his development in baseball.

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•Bernard Moon hit.626 as a senior, breaking Phillips' high school record.
•Moon plays primarily at second base for the Daytona Tortugas.
•He has a background training with Brandon Phillips' father.
•Moon posted nine home runs and 49 RBIs in his senior year.
•He aims to continue improving in his second season with Daytona.

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9:06 AMYahoo Sports — Bernard Moon broke Brandon Phillips' record. Now he stars for Phillips' old organization

What they're saying

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Daytona Tortugas manager Ricky Gutierrez recognized Bernard Moon's baseball passion right away. In 2026, Moon is turning that passion into production.
— Yahoo Sports

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