How many MLB hitters have at least 3,000 hits in their career?

Given that most MLB hitters will fail to get a hit about 75% of the time at the plate, hitting the 3,000 career hits marker sounds impossible. It’s now, however, as some of the greatest hitters that have ever played the game hit the plateau in their careers. But, how many hitters have hit this milestone? Let’s take a look.

MLB Hitters With At Least 3,000 Career Hits

In total, 33 hitters in Major League Baseball (MLB) history have accumulated at least 3,000 hits. Here’s a look at the full list:

Traditionally, players who hit the 3,000-hit plateau have been virtual locks for the Baseball Hall of Fame.

However, the likes of Alex Rodriguez and Rafael Palmeiro are not in the Baseball Hall of Fame due to their attachment to performance-enhancing drugs. Nor is Pete Rose, the all-time hits leader. Rose, who recorded 4,256 career hits, was banned from baseball due to the Reds legend’s betting on baseball games while managing Cincinnati.

As of 2024, no player on this list is an active player. Miguel Cabrera retired after 2023, leaving no active player with 3,000 hits.

That leaves Robinson Cano as the technical leader among active players with 2,639 career hits. However, Cano hasn’t played in an MLB game since 2022.

Among players on MLB rosters in 2023, Joey Votto is the highest player on the hit list with 2,135 (as of the end of 2023). Freddie Freeman is right behind him with 2,114.

Note: Only regular season stats are included on this list.