Don Mattingly, who on July 19, 1996, hit the 400th home run of his career, added another landmark to one of the most complete offensive résumés in DBL history. The longtime New York first baseman, known for his elegant swing, disciplined approach, and quiet consistency, continues to define what it means to combine power with pure hitting.

Mattingly, 35, has spent his entire 15-year career with the New York Yankees, becoming the face of the franchise and one of the most respected players in the game. From his breakout campaign in 1985 to his continued production into the mid-1990s, his mix of contact hitting and power has made him a model of reliability in the DBL era.

Career Highlights to Date:

• 2,261 career games played
• 2,762 hits, 400 home runs, and 1,435 RBIs
• 1,205 runs scored and 481 walks
• Career slash line of .303 / .338 / .503 (.841 OPS)
• 1985 MVP season: .338 average, 40 home runs, 109 RBIs, 114 runs
• Seven 30+ home run seasons
• Career WAR of 55.4

Career Year-by-Year Summary:

• 1982–1984: Established himself as one of the league’s best pure hitters, batting over .300 in each of his first three full seasons.
• 1985: Captured MVP honors with a .338 average, 40 home runs, and 109 RBIs in one of the finest offensive seasons in Yankees history.
• 1986–1988: Maintained elite production, averaging 36 HR and 127 RBIs over three seasons.
• 1989–1991: Continued as the centerpiece of the New York lineup, surpassing 20 home runs in each season while anchoring first base.
• 1992–1995: Transitioned into a veteran leader role, still posting strong power numbers including 32 home runs and 110 RBIs in 1995.
• 1996: Reached his 400th career home run, further solidifying his place among the greats of his generation.

From his early days as a line-drive hitter to his evolution into one of the league’s premier power threats, Don Mattingly’s 400th home run stands as a reflection of sustained excellence and unwavering dedication to the game.

Congratulations to Don Mattingly on reaching 400 career home runs.