On April 6, 2004, Adrián Beltré achieved a significant milestone by hitting his 100th home run, becoming the 36th player to do so before turning 25. In a game against the San Diego Padres, the Dodgers overcame an early 4-0 deficit to win 5-4. Beltré's two-run homer in the seventh inning was pivotal. He ended the season with an impressive .334 batting average and 48 home runs, finishing second in MVP voting. After this standout season, he signed with the Seattle Mariners, marking the end of his time with the Dodgers.
On April 6, 2004, Adrián Beltré became the 36th player to hit 100 home runs before the age of 25, joining legends Cal Ripken Jr. and Lou Gehrig.
Despite being frustrated at batting seventh, Beltré delivered a two-run homer in the seventh inning to contribute to a comeback win for the Dodgers over the Padres.
Beltré finished the 2004 season with a remarkable .334 average and led the National League with 48 home runs, showcasing his talent before leaving the Dodgers.
After a stellar season in 2004, Beltré signed with the Seattle Mariners, embarking on a successful career that included multiple All-Star selections and accolades.
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