What happened: Yordan Alvarez closed 2026 at .316/.432/.601, topping the majors in each category. He is the sixth player in the Divisional Era since 1969 to sweep all three. He set a
Why it matters: Only five players before him had swept the three rate categories since 1969. Pairing that efficiency with 42 homers marks a peak contact-power season.
By the numbers: AVG .316, OBP .432, SLG .601 led Majors; HR 42
What to watch: Watch postseason play and awards voting for where the season ranks historically.