For the fourth time in his career, Bryce Harper is a Silver Slugger Award winner. It’s the first time Harper has won the award as a first baseman.
That's another Silver Slugger for The Showman
Congratulations to Bryce Harper on winning his fourth career #SilverSluggerAward! pic.twitter.com/Ku7VYXiaD3
— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) November 12, 2024
Harper was one of three finalists for the National League’s Silver Slugger at first base, joined by Pete Alonso and Freddie Freeman. As a first baseman, Harper led the NL in several categories, including hits (154), doubles (41), slugging percentage (.529) and wRC+ (146).
In total, Harper hit 42 doubles and slugged .525 with a 145 wRC+ in 2024. It’s the third time in his Phillies career the two-time MVP has been named a Silver Slugger. He won the award as an outfielder in 2021 and as a designated hitter last season.
2024 was another strong year for Harper, who remains interested in a contract extension. According to FanGraphs, his wins above replacement this year (5.2) was the second-best mark during his time in Philadelphia. The only other year he posted a higher WAR came in his MVP campaign three years ago (6.6).
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