What happened: Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman collected his 2,500th career hit Tuesday night during a 12-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Freeman reached the milestone with an RBI single up the middle in the seventh inning, contributing to a massive 10-run frame that broke the game open at PNC Park.

Why it matters: Freeman becomes the 102nd player in MLB history to reach the 2,500-hit plateau and is currently the only active player with that total. The win keeps the Dodgers (43-24) firmly in control of the NL West with an 8.5-game lead. Freeman, who has prioritized consistency and routine throughout his career, is now squarely on the path toward the 3,000-hit milestone.

What to watch: The Dodgers conclude their series in Pittsburgh today with Shohei Ohtani (6-2, 0.74 ERA) scheduled to take the mound.