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Springer Hits Historic 21st Postseason Homer, Surpassing Jeter
13 Oct
Summary
- Springer hits leadoff homer in ALCS opener
- Moves past Jeter for 5th on career postseason HR list
- Ramirez holds record with 29 postseason homers
On October 13, 2025, Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer made history in the opening game of the American League Championship Series. Facing Seattle Mariners pitcher Bryce Miller, Springer led off the game by launching the first pitch he saw over the right field wall for a solo home run.
Springer's 385-foot blast was the first leadoff home run in Blue Jays postseason history. More significantly, it was Springer's 21st career postseason homer, moving him past New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter for sole possession of 5th place on the all-time list.
The veteran slugger has now hit 63 leadoff homers in the regular season, second only to Rickey Henderson's record of 81. While Manny Ramirez holds the record for most postseason home runs with 29, Springer continues to cement his legacy as one of the game's premier big-moment hitters.
