Most Home Runs in a Single MLB Season

Updated Sep. 30, 2024 9:43 a.m. ET

The home run is a staple of Major League Baseball, a testament to a hitter's power and skill. Over the years, many players have achieved impressive home run totals in a single season. Let's take a look at the top home run leaders in MLB history.

MLB single-season home run leaders (post-1900):

  • No. 1: 73 home runs - Barry Bonds (2001)
  • No. 2: 70 home runs - Mark McGwire (1998)
  • No. 3: 66 home runs - Sammy Sosa (1998)
  • No. 4: 65 home runs - Mark McGwire (1999)
  • No. 5: 64 home runs - Sammy Sosa (2001)
  • No. 6: 63 home runs - Sammy Sosa (1999)
  • No. 7: 62 home runs - Aaron Judge (2022)
  • No. 8: 61 home runs - Roger Maris (1961)
  • No. 9: 60 home runs - Babe Ruth (1927)
  • No. 10: 59 home runs - Babe Ruth (1921)
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Who holds the record for the most home runs in one season?

Barry Bonds holds the record for the most home runs in one season, with a whopping 73 home runs hit in the 2001 season.

Who had the most home runs this season?

In 2024, Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees finished the season with the most home runs at 58. Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers was second with 54. For the full list, check out the 2024 Home Run Leaders.