Watch: Phillies catcher makes history in loss to D-backs

Realmuto broke two droughts with his laser off Miguel Castro, becoming the first Phillie to hit for the cycle since current-Cincinnati Reds manager David Bell did it in 2004, and the first catcher to do it since Milwaukee's George Kottaras in 2011.

Despite his feat, Realmuto said he was more focused on the result. 

"Yeah, I don't know, it kind of sucks honestly," he told Todd Zolecki after the Phillies blew a 5-1 lead. "Doing it is obviously a cool accomplishment, but the fact we lost the game kind of dampens it."

With the loss, Philadelphia is 32-34 and third in the National League East. The reigning National League Champs have been surging lately though, winning seven of their last 10  to climb to within two games of the final N.L. Wild Card spot. 

Realmuto has been a mainstay in Philadelphia's lineup since arriving in 2019, and was a key part of helping the team sneak into last year's post-season. The veteran mashed 22 home runs and 84 RBI in 139 games, helping Kyle Schwarber and Rhys Hoskins carry an offense missing former-MVP Bryce Harper.

He also made a difference with his defense, leading the N.L. in runners caught stealing thanks to his elite pop time (time between when catcher catches the pitch and his throw should be caught).

While Realmuto's hard-hit ball percentage and expected batting average have dipped below league-average this season, his pop time remains among the best in baseball. If he can continue his defensive excellence, the return of Harper from Tommy John surgery could be enough to drag Philadelphia back to the playoffs. 

The baseball world should remember how dangerous that can be.