Hunter Goodman hits 40th home run for Rockies in Chicago
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 12:41 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
On September 26, 2026, Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman hit his 40th home run of the season during a game at Rate Park in Chicago against the White Sox. This milestone marks the first time a Rockies player has achieved 40 home runs in a season since Nolan Arenado in 2019. Goodman is now the ninth player in franchise history to hit 40 home runs in a single season, joining notable players like Arenado and Todd Helton. With the Rockies' season concluding soon, Goodman is a strong candidate for the team's Most Valuable Player award due to his performance both on and off the field.
- •Goodman reached 40 home runs in a season, a franchise first since 2019.
- •He is now the ninth Rockies player in history to hit 40 home runs.
- •Goodman ranks fourth in the National League for home runs in 2026.
- •He has become a key figure in the Rockies' lineup despite the team's struggles.
- •The Rockies aim to strengthen their roster around Goodman for the next season.
- 12:41 AMYahoo Sports — Goodman Hits 40th Home Run, Should Be Rockies' MVP
"On Saturday night, Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman smashed his 40th home run this season. There should be no doubt that he's the team MVP in 2026.
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