Two things we know for sure about Albert Pujols. First, Calvin Borel will play no part in the pursuit of this Triple Crown. Second, SportsNation considers him the greatest hitter in Cardinals history (although it's worth noting Missouri gives Stan Musial a little more love than most states).
But as good as Pujols has been since his first season in the majors, leading one SportsNation blogger to say he's the kind of player to tell your kids about in 25 years, he's on the verge of exploring new statistical territory. Not only is Pujols on pace to hit at least 61 home runs, a mark a majority of SportsNation still considers the single-season record, but he could become the first player since Carl Yastrzemski to win a Triple Crown.
Check where Pujols stands: Average | Home Runs | RBI
- 80 percent: Winning the Triple Crown would be more impressive than 62 home runs.
- 63 percent: Which is all well and good, but Pujols won't win the Triple Crown.
- 52 percent: Hitting 62 home runs would be better than Joe Mauer hitting .400.
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