Kyle Schwarber hits 40th home run, joins Ryan Howard in Phillies history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 3:02 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Kyle Schwarber hit his 40th home run of the season for the Philadelphia Phillies during their game against the Seattle Mariners on August 26, 2026. This achievement makes Schwarber the second player in franchise history, alongside Ryan Howard, to record four seasons of 40 or more home runs. Schwarber, who joined the Phillies in 2022, previously logged 46, 47, and 56 home runs in his past four seasons. His performance has solidified his status as a key player for the team and a fan favorite since his arrival.
- •Schwarber's 40th home run came against the Mariners on August 26.
- •He is now tied with Ryan Howard for most 40-homer seasons in Phillies history.
- •Schwarber previously hit 46, 47, and 56 home runs in earlier seasons.
- •He has played a pivotal role for the Phillies since joining in 2022.
- 3:02 PMYahoo Sports — Kyle Schwarber's 40th HR joins Ryan Howard in rare Phillies history
"This is an impressive and rare piece of Phillies history for Schwarber to join.
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