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Guardians' DeLauter Hits 5 HRs in Just 8 Games

Cleveland Guardians rookie Chase DeLauter has launched five home runs in just eight games this season, marking the fastest pace for a first-year player in recent history.

DeLauter returned from a foot injury to deliver a crushing home run during his team's home opener. His rapid power surge has drawn comparisons to top rookies from the last five seasons, outpacing Tim Tawa, Michael Busch, and others.

Reaching five home runs in eight games sets a new benchmark for rookies, as it surpasses the previous record holder who needed 15 games to achieve the same feat in 2024.