Alec Bohm
A cornerstone of the Phillies' lineup, his clutch hitting and defensive evolution have made him a fan favorite in Philadelphia.
Born 1996 (age 30)·American baseball player·Birthday: August 3·Millennials
Biography
Alec Bohm arrived in Philadelphia with the weight of a high draft pick's expectations, a hitter known for his pure bat-to-ball skills. His early career was a public rollercoaster, marked by a viral moment of frustration on the field that he transformed into a turning point. Instead of buckling, Bohm dedicated himself to defensive mastery at third base, transforming from a liability into a reliable glove. At the plate, he emerged as one of the team's most consistent and clutch performers, often delivering key hits with runners in scoring position. His journey from scrutinized prospect to indispensable starter mirrors the Phillies' own rise to contention.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Alec was born in 1996, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Alec Was Born
The biggest hits of 1996
#1 Movie
Independence Day
Best Picture
The English Patient
#1 TV Show
ER
Alec's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1996Born
Dolly the sheep cloned
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $99,700Min wage: $4.75/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Macarena" — Los del RioBest Picture: The English Patient
2001Started school
September 11 attacks transform the world
Gas: $1.46/galHome: $126,400Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Hanging by a Moment" — LifehouseBest Picture: A Beautiful Mind
2009Became a teenager
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2012Could drive
Curiosity rover lands on Mars; Sandy Hook shooting
Gas: $3.64/galHome: $143,200Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Somebody That I Used to Know" — GotyeBest Picture: Argo
2014Could vote
Russia annexes Crimea; Ebola outbreak in West Africa
Gas: $3.37/galHome: $160,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Happy" — Pharrell WilliamsBest Picture: Birdman
2017Turned 21
#MeToo movement; solar eclipse crosses the US
Gas: $2.42/galHome: $195,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Shape of You" — Ed SheeranBest Picture: The Shape of Water
2026Turned 30
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Finished runner-up for the National League Rookie of the Year award in 2020.
- Led the National League in doubles during the 2023 season.
- Played a key role in the Philadelphia Phillies' run to the National League pennant and World Series in 2022.
Did You Know?
He played college baseball at Wichita State University.
He was selected 3rd overall by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2018 MLB Draft.
After a difficult defensive game in 2022, he told reporters 'I hate this place,' referring to the city, but later won over fans with his improved play and heartfelt apology.
“I hate this place. But I love it here, and I want to stay.”
