Alex Rodriguez's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Alex Rodriguez.
Alex Rodriguez, nicknamed "A-Rod", is a former MLB shortstop, third baseman, and designated hitter who played for the Seattle Mariners, Texas Rangers, and New York Yankees over 22 seasons. Once considered one of baseball's greatest talents, he is now the chairman and CEO of A-Rod Corp and chairman of Presidente beer. He is also set to acquire a controlling stake in the Minnesota Timberwolves of the NBA with Marc Lore.
1901: Rodriguez ranked first in career wins above replacement for shortstops of the modern era
Since 1901, Alex Rodriguez is ranked first in career wins above replacement for shortstops of the modern era.
1907: Youngest AL Batting Leader
In 1996, Alex Rodriguez became the 3rd youngest AL batting leader ever behind Ty Cobb (20) in 1907.
1926: Longest such streak in American League history since Lou Gehrig did so in 13 straight seasons (1926–38)
For the 2006 season, it was Rodriguez's 11th consecutive season with more than 100 runs scored, the longest such streak in American League history since Lou Gehrig did so in 13 straight seasons (1926–38).
1932: First player since 1932 with 50 homers and 200 hits in a season
In 1932, Alex Rodriguez became the first player since 1932 to achieve 50 home runs and 200 hits in a single season.
1932: Accomplished the feat in nine straight seasons from 1932 to 1940
In 2005, Alex Rodriguez became one of only two players in Major League history to compile at least 35 home runs, 100 runs and 100 RBIs in eight consecutive seasons (Jimmie Foxx accomplished the feat in nine straight seasons from 1932 to 1940).
May 24, 1936: 10 RBIs were the most by a Yankee since Tony Lazzeri established the franchise and American League record with 11 on May 24, 1936
On April 26, Alex Rodriguez hit three home runs off Angels pitcher Bartolo Colón and drove in 10 runs. The 10 RBIs were the most by a Yankee since Tony Lazzeri established the franchise and American League record with 11 on May 24, 1936.
1937: Broke Joe DiMaggio's mark of 46 home runs in 1937
In 2005, Alex Rodriguez established the franchise record for most home runs in a single season by a right-handed batter (broke Joe DiMaggio's mark of 46 in 1937).
1939: Reference to Joe DiMaggio's batting average
In 1996, Alex Rodriguez led the American League with a .358 batting average, the highest for an AL right-handed batter since Joe DiMaggio hit .381 in 1939.
1940: Accomplished the feat in nine straight seasons from 1932 to 1940
In 2005, Alex Rodriguez became one of only two players in Major League history to compile at least 35 home runs, 100 runs and 100 RBIs in eight consecutive seasons (Jimmie Foxx accomplished the feat in nine straight seasons from 1932 to 1940).
1940: Surpassed the nearly 67-year record held by Jimmie Foxx in 1940
On August 4, Alex Rodriguez hit his 500th career home run, becoming the youngest player ever to reach 500 home runs at 32 years, 8 days. He surpassed the nearly 67-year record held by Jimmie Foxx, who hit his 500th home run at 32 years, 338 days during the final week of the 1940 major league baseball season.
1944: Shortstop to Win a Batting Title
In 1996, Alex Rodriguez was the first shortstop to win a batting title in the AL since 1944.
1953: Longest in the American League since Mickey Mantle did it also in nine straight seasons from 1953 to 1961
During the 2004 season, the 112 runs marked the ninth straight season in which he scored at least 100 runs, the longest such streak in the American League since Mickey Mantle did it also in nine straight seasons from 1953 to 1961.
1955: Longest such streak in the Major Leagues since Hank Aaron did it in 13 straight seasons from 1955 to 1967
During his first season with the Yankees, Alex Rodriguez became one of only three players in Major League history to compile at least 35 home runs, 100 runs and 100 RBIs in seven consecutive seasons, joining Hall of Famers Babe Ruth and Jimmie Foxx.
1955: Youngest AL Batting Leader
In 1996, Alex Rodriguez became the 3rd youngest AL batting leader ever behind Al Kaline (20) in 1955.
1958: Surpassing Ernie Banks' record of 47 home runs in 1958
In 1958, Ernie Banks set a record of 47 home runs, which Alex Rodriguez later surpassed.
1960: Shortstop to Win a Batting Title
In 1996, Alex Rodriguez was the first major league shortstop to win a batting title since 1960.
1961: Longest in the American League since Mickey Mantle did it also in nine straight seasons from 1953 to 1961
During the 2004 season, the 112 runs marked the ninth straight season in which he scored at least 100 runs, the longest such streak in the American League since Mickey Mantle did it also in nine straight seasons from 1953 to 1961.
1961: Most home runs since Roger Maris' league record 61 in 1961
In 1961, Roger Maris set a league record with 61 home runs; Alex Rodriguez hit the most home runs since that record.
1967: Longest such streak in the Major Leagues since Hank Aaron did it in 13 straight seasons from 1955 to 1967
During his first season with the Yankees, Alex Rodriguez became one of only three players in Major League history to compile at least 35 home runs, 100 runs and 100 RBIs in seven consecutive seasons, joining Hall of Famers Babe Ruth and Jimmie Foxx.
1968: Second AL player since 1968 to lead the league in runs, homers, and total bases
In 1968, Alex Rodriguez became the second American League player since 1968 to lead the league in runs, home runs, and total bases.
1980: Breaking Phillies 3B Mike Schmidt's mark of 48 home runs in 1980
In 1980, Mike Schmidt, a third baseman for the Phillies, set a mark of 48 home runs, which Alex Rodriguez later broke.
1980: First Yankee to win the American League home run title since Reggie Jackson (41) in 1980
In 2005, Alex Rodriguez became the first Yankee to win the American League home run title since Reggie Jackson (41) in 1980.
1984: First player to lead the majors in home runs, RBIs and total bases since 1984.
In 2002, Alex Rodriguez led the major leagues in home runs, RBIs, and total bases, becoming the first player to do so since 1984.
1987: Joined Andre Dawson as players on last-place teams to win the MVP award in 1987
Alex Rodriguez joined Andre Dawson from the 1987 Chicago Cubs as the only players to play on last-place teams and win the MVP award.
1995: First AL player from outside the American League West to win the award since Mo Vaughn in 1995
In 2005, Alex Rodriguez became the first AL player from outside the American League West to win the award since Mo Vaughn of the Boston Red Sox won in 1995.
1996: Became Mariners' starting Shortstop and Won Batting Title
In 1996, Alex Rodriguez became the Mariners' starting shortstop, won the major league batting title, and finished second in voting for the AL MVP Award.
1997: All-Star Game Selection
In 1997, Alex Rodriguez batted .300 with 23 home runs and 84 RBIs. He was the fan's choice to start the All-Star Game at shortstop for the AL team, becoming the first player other than Ripken to start at shortstop in 13 years. He also hit for the cycle on June 5, becoming the second Mariner, and at 21 years, 10 months, the fifth-youngest player in history, to accomplish the feat.
1998: Set AL Record for Homers and Joined 40-40 Club
In 1998, Alex Rodriguez set the AL record for homers by a shortstop and became just the third member of the 40-40 club, with 42 home runs and 46 stolen bases.
1999: Youngest Player to Record 100 Home Runs and 100 Stolen Bases
In 1999, Alex Rodriguez had a .310 average, 42 home runs, and 111 RBIs. At the time, he was the youngest-ever player to record 100 home runs and 100 stolen bases, at 23 years and 309 days of age.
2000: Dominated in the 2000 season
In 2000, Alex Rodriguez hit 41 home runs with 132 RBIs and a .316 batting average, setting a career high for walks (100) and becoming the only shortstop to have 100 runs, RBI, and walks in the same season. He hit well in the playoffs as well (.409 batting average and .773 slugging percentage), but Seattle lost to the New York Yankees in the 2000 American League Championship Series. He was selected as the Major League Player of the Year by Baseball America and finished third in the AL MVP voting.
2000: Matching Team record for home runs in April, shared with Ivan Rodriguez in 2000.
In April 2002, Alex Rodriguez matched a team record for home runs, a record that was shared with Ivan Rodriguez in 2000.
2001: 109 home runs in 2001–02, most ever by an AL right-handed batter
From 2001 to 2002, Alex Rodriguez hit 109 home runs, the most ever by an American League right-handed batter in consecutive seasons.
2002: Major league-best 57 home runs in 2002
In 2002, Alex Rodriguez achieved a major league-best of 57 home runs.
2003: Donation to University of Miami
In 2003, Alex Rodriguez donated $3.9 million to the University of Miami to renovate its baseball stadium, which was then renamed "Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field".
2003: Rodriguez Tests Positive for Steroids and Captures MVP Award
In 2003, Alex Rodriguez tested positive for two anabolic steroids, testosterone and Primobolan, during his season with the Texas Rangers. Despite the positive test, he captured his first American League Most Valuable Player award and other accolades.
2003: First AL MVP Award
In 2003, Alex Rodriguez won his first AL MVP Award.
2003: Matching Team record for home runs in April, shared with Carl Everett in 2003.
In April 2002, Alex Rodriguez matched a team record for home runs, a record that was shared with Carl Everett in 2003.
2004: "Honorary Alumnus" of the University of Miami
In 2004, Alex Rodriguez had previously been named an "honorary alumnus" of the University of Miami.
2004: Previously held by DiMaggio in 1937 and Gary Sheffield in 2004
In 2005, Alex Rodriguez hit 26 home runs at Yankee Stadium in 2005, establishing the single-season club record for right-handed batters (previously held by DiMaggio in 1937 and Gary Sheffield in 2004).
2005: Won his second AL MVP Award in 2005
In 2005, Alex Rodriguez won his second AL MVP Award, becoming the fifth player to win this award with two different teams.
July 21, 2006: Recorded 2,000th hit and 450th home run on July 21, 2006
On July 21, 2006, Alex Rodriguez recorded his 2,000th hit, which was also his 450th home run, becoming the youngest player in baseball history to reach 450 home runs.
2007: Rodriguez achieves historic season
In 2007, Alex Rodriguez became the first player in major league history to have at least 35 home runs, 100 runs, and 100 RBIs in 10 consecutive seasons. He led the AL in several categories, including home runs (54) and RBIs (156), and won his third Babe Ruth Home Run Award in 2007.
2007: Named AL MVP and Signed Record Contract
In 2007, Alex Rodriguez was named AL MVP and opted out of his contract, then signed a new 10-year, $275 million deal with the Yankees, breaking his own record for the sport's most lucrative contract. He also became the youngest player to hit 500 home runs.
2007: Edward T. Foote II Alumnus of Distinction Award
In 2007, despite not having attended the school, Alex Rodriguez received the University of Miami's Edward T. Foote II Alumnus of Distinction Award as an honorary alumnus.
2007: Matching Team record for home runs in April, shared with Ian Kinsler in 2007.
In April 2002, Alex Rodriguez matched a team record for home runs, a record that was shared with Ian Kinsler in 2007.
2008: Power-Speed Number Record
In 1998, Alex Rodriguez's 43.9 Power-speed number was, through at least 2008, the highest single season Power/Speed Number ever.
October 4, 2009: Rodriguez sets American League RBI record
On October 4, 2009, during the final game of the season, Alex Rodriguez hit two home runs in the sixth inning that drove in seven runs, setting an American League record for most RBI by a batter in a single inning. He reached 30 home runs and 100 RBIs for the 12th consecutive season.
2009: Positive Comparisons to Reggie Jackson After Postseason Performance
After his performance in the 2009 postseason, Alex Rodriguez began receiving positive comparisons to Reggie Jackson, with some even referring to him as "Mr. October."
2009: Won World Series with the Yankees
In 2009, Alex Rodriguez helped the Yankees win the World Series over the Philadelphia Phillies, earning his only championship title.
2009: Rodriguez wins World Series with Yankees and Babe Ruth Award
In 2009, the Yankees faced the Phillies in the World Series, and won. Alex Rodriguez was the Babe Ruth Award winner as the 2009 postseason MVP, in which he batted .365 with six home runs and 18 RBI.
2009: Rodriguez breaks postseason slump
In the 2009 ALDS against Minnesota, Alex Rodriguez hit two RBI singles. In Game 2, he hit a game-tying homer. In Game 3, he again hit a game-tying home run.
2009: Exceptional Performance in 2009 Postseason
In the 2009 postseason, Alex Rodriguez answered criticism with an outstanding performance, posting a .365 batting average and hitting six home runs in 52 at-bats during the Yankees' 15 post-season games.
August 4, 2010: Rodriguez hits 600th home run
On August 4, 2010, Alex Rodriguez became the seventh player in major league history to hit 600 home runs, becoming the youngest player to do so at 35 years and 8 days old.
June 12, 2012: Rodriguez ties Gehrig's grand slam record
On June 12, 2012, Alex Rodriguez hit his 23rd career grand slam, tying Lou Gehrig for the most in MLB history.
July 24, 2012: Rodriguez fractures hand and records 2,000th strikeout
On July 24, 2012, Alex Rodriguez took a hit to the hand, resulting in a non-displaced fracture and placement on the disabled list. Earlier in the same game, he recorded his 2,000th career strikeout in MLB.
April 2015: Reference to Mike Trout Reaching Milestone
In 1999, Alex Rodriguez was the youngest-ever player to record 100 home runs and 100 stolen bases. In April 2015, Mike Trout reached the same milestone at 23 years and 253 days old.
2015: Performance and Statistics in 2015 Season
From August 1 through the end of the 2015 season, Rodriguez played in 56 games, batting .191 with a .678 OPS, nine home runs, and 59 strikeouts. Despite this, he finished the year with 33 home runs, 86 RBI, and a .252 batting average, leading the Yankees in several offensive categories. Rodriguez also reached 30+ home runs for the 15th time in his career, tying with Aaron for the most 30-home-run seasons in history.
April 17, 2016: Rodriguez Makes 12,000th Career Plate Appearance
On April 17, 2016, Alex Rodriguez became the 19th player in MLB history to reach 12,000 career plate appearances.
2016: Fox Sports' MLB studio show wins Sports Emmy Awards
In 2016, Fox Sports' MLB studio show, featuring Alex Rodriguez as an MLB studio analyst, won a Sports Emmy Award for Outstanding Studio Show during the network's coverage of the 2016 postseason.
2017: Fox Sports' MLB studio show wins Sports Emmy Awards
In 2017, Fox Sports' MLB studio show, featuring Alex Rodriguez as an MLB studio analyst, won a back-to-back Sports Emmy Award for Outstanding Studio Show during the network's coverage of the 2017 postseason.
2019: Rodriguez Nominated for Emmy Award
In 2019, Alex Rodriguez was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Sports Personality, Studio and Sports Event Analyst.
November 22, 2021: Inclusion on National Baseball Hall of Fame Ballot
On November 22, 2021, Rodriguez was included on the ballot for the National Baseball Hall of Fame class of 2022.
2022: National Baseball Hall of Fame Consideration
In 2022, Rodriguez was considered for the National Baseball Hall of Fame. His highest vote total is 35.7%, below the 75% threshold for election.
2025: As of 2025, Rodriguez is the most recent player to have recorded at least 150 RBIs in one season.
On September 25, Alex Rodriguez became the fifth Major League player to record a 50-home run, 150-RBI season when he hit a grand slam. As of 2025, Rodriguez is the most recent player to have recorded at least 150 RBIs in one season.
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