Corey Seager has established himself as one of the greatest postseason performers of all time. With 18 career home runs in October already, he is closing in fast on Derek Jeter‘s all-time record of 20. Seager’s clutch hitting has been a driving force behind the Rangers‘ surprise run to the ALCS this year. The 28-year-old slugger launched a dramatic game-tying homer in the bottom of the 9th inning of Game 1 of the ALDS against the Orioles to help propel Texas to the series victory. “I just try to help my team in any way possible,” Seager said modestly after the clincher. “Lucky for us it went out so we could keep playing.”

(Fox Sports) Seager’s postseason prowess dates back to an MVP performance for the 2020 Dodgers in which he slammed 8 homers in a single October. Seager’s playoff power surge has been a constant since breaking into the big leagues. In his Dodgers career, Seager racked up 16 homers and 49 RBI in 77 career playoff games, establishing himself as one of the game’s October unicorns. His combination of timely hitting and cool-under-pressure demeanor already has Rangers fans dreaming of a deep playoff run. “Corey has proven time and again he’s at his best when the lights shine brightest,” said Texas manager Chris Woodward. (LA Times)

Corey Seager’s successor to October’s Mr. October?

Seager’s playoff heroics evoke comparisons to Yankees legend Reggie Jackson, whose 18 career postseason bombs earned him the iconic “Mr. October” moniker. Seager is now tied with Jackson and looks poised to pass the five-time World Series champ.

The pressure and moments are what Seager thrives on, according to Jackson. “That boy lives for this time of year. He’s got ice in his veins,” said Jackson. (SI.com) Seager will need a few more big postseasons to catch the postseason standard-bearer Derek Jeter, but he still has his prime ahead of him.

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At his current 0.8 homers per postseason pace and with many playoffs still to come, Seager has a shot at surpassing the Captain’s record of 20.

Seager’s new chapter in Texas

Seager is aiming to author a new chapter of October success in Texas. The Rangers signed Seager to a 10-year, $325 million contract last winter, hoping his postseason magic would rub off on the franchise. So far, so good – Seager has the team a win away from the ALCS. “This is why I came to Texas, to win in big moments like this. I’m just getting started,” said Seager.

With many playoffs still ahead, the question is not if Seager will pass Jeter’s mark, but when. Rangers fans are hoping Seager continues his postseason stardom deep into this October and beyond.

Restates Seager closing in on Jeter’s record and potential to pass it if he maintains his postseason prowess deep into this year’s playoffs and beyond as the star of the Rangers.

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