On May 8, 2012 Josh Hamilton became the 16th player in Major League history to hit four home runs in a game, and set an AL record for total bases in a game with 18.
Hamilton's struggles with drugs and alcohol are well documented. He does not shy away from telling his story, speaking to community groups and fans at many different functions. He frequently and publicly tells stories of how Christianity has brought him back from the brink and that faith is what keeps him going. He signed with the Los Angeles Angels in 2013.