Early Life and Education of Andrew McCutchen: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Andrew McCutchen, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Andrew McCutchen is a professional baseball outfielder and designated hitter currently playing for the Pittsburgh Pirates in MLB. Throughout his MLB career, McCutchen has also played for other notable teams, including the San Francisco Giants, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, and Milwaukee Brewers. Known for his skills and achievements in baseball, McCutchen continues to contribute to the sport.

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October 10, 1986: Andrew McCutchen Born

On October 10, 1986, Andrew Stefan McCutchen was born. He is now a professional baseball outfielder and designated hitter for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

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1989: Father Returns to Fort Meade

In 1989, Lorenzo McCutchen, Andrew's father, gave up his dream of playing in the National Football League (NFL) and returned to Fort Meade to be close to his son.

August 1, 1992: Parents' Marriage

On August 1, 1992, Andrew McCutchen's parents, Lorenzo McCutchen and Petrina Swan, got married.

December 11, 2013: Proposed to Maria Hanslovan on The Ellen DeGeneres Show

On December 11, 2013, McCutchen proposed to his longtime girlfriend Maria Hanslovan on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

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2014: Mentioned the upcoming change of cutting his hair

Before the 2014 MLB season, McCutchen mentioned he was planning to cut his long dreadlocks.

March 25, 2015: Cut dreadlocks and auctioned them for charity

On March 25, 2015, McCutchen cut his dreadlocks, which were sold through MLB's website via auction, with all proceeds benefiting Pirates Charities. McCutchen teased his fans on social media for a big "secret" before unveiling his new haircut.

November 27, 2017: Birth of First Child, Steel

On November 27, 2017, McCutchen and his wife announced the birth of their first child, Steel, a son.

August 31, 2018: Traded to the New York Yankees

On August 31, 2018, the Giants traded McCutchen to the New York Yankees in exchange for infielder Abiatal Avelino and pitcher Juan De Paula. McCutchen shaved his beard in light of the Yankees personal appearance policy and also changed his jersey number from 22 to 26.

June 3, 2019: Suffered a knee injury

On June 3, 2019, McCutchen suffered a knee injury running the bases against the San Diego Padres.

December 24, 2019: Birth of Second Son, Armani

On December 24, 2019, McCutchen and his wife announced the birth of their second son, Armani.

May 2020: Spawned his alter ego, "Uncle Larry"

In May 2020, McCutchen spawned his alter ego, "Uncle Larry," after Fox Philadelphia sports anchor Howard Eskin confused McCutchen for 1970s Los Angeles Rams running back Lawrence McCutcheon. McCutchen appeared as Uncle Larry during a May 2020 episode of MLB Network's Intentional Talk, sporting sunglasses, a wig, and a half-unbuttoned jersey.