History of Andrew McCutchen in Timeline

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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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1970: Pirates Duo Accomplishment

On May 14, 2010, Andrew McCutchen and Garrett Jones became the first Pirate duo since Willie Stargell and Bob Robertson in 1970 to record five hits each in a game.

1974: First Pirate to Win Award since Stargell

In 2015, Andrew McCutchen became the first Pirate to win the Roberto Clemente Award since Willie Stargell in 1974.

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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1988: First Pirate Since Bobby Bonilla

Andrew McCutchen became the first Pirate since Bobby Bonilla during the 1988 season to earn the NL Player of the Month award twice in the same season.

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.

1992: First Pirate MVP since Bonds

In 2013, Andrew McCutchen became the first Pirate to win the National League MVP award since Barry Bonds in 1992. He also won his second Silver Slugger Award and his second NL Most Outstanding Player Award.

1992: Last Postseason Appearance

In 2013, the Pirates made the postseason for the first time since the 1992 team led by Barry Bonds.

2003: Last Pirate with Two Triples

In 2009, during his first week in MLB, Andrew McCutchen became the first Pirate to have two triples in a game since Tike Redman did it in 2003.

2005: Signing with the Pirates

In 2005, Andrew McCutchen signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates after being drafted, receiving a $1.9 million signing bonus instead of attending the University of Florida.

2006: First Pirate Since Jason Bay

Andrew McCutchen became the first Pirate since Jason Bay in 2006 to win the NL Player of the Week Award in consecutive weeks.

2006: Minor League Prospect and All-Star

Before the 2006 season, Baseball America ranked McCutchen as the #50 prospect in the minor leagues. In 2006, he was named a South Atlantic League (SAL) All-Star and the Pirates' Minor League Player of the Year.

2007: Ranked Prospect and Rising Star

Before the 2007 season, Baseball America ranked McCutchen as the #13 prospect in the minor leagues, and Baseball Prospectus ranked him #15. In 2007, he was named to the Arizona Fall League All-Prospect Team and named a Rising Star.

2008: First Pirate with 20/20 since McLouth

Andrew McCutchen's achievement on August 30, 2011, marked the first time a Pirate accomplished the 20 home run and 20 stolen base feat since Nate McLouth in 2008.

2008: Ranked Prospect and International League All-Star

Before the 2008 season, Baseball America ranked Andrew McCutchen as the #14 prospect in the minor leagues, and Baseball Prospectus ranked him #24. In 2008, McCutchen was an International League (IL) All-Star and the Triple-A All-Star Game Top Star.

June 3, 2009: MLB Call-Up

On June 3, 2009, McCutchen was called up to MLB by the Pittsburgh Pirates after they traded Nate McLouth.

2009: Ranked Prospect

Before the 2009 season, Baseball America ranked McCutchen as the #33 prospect in the minor leagues, while Baseball Prospectus ranked him as the #25 prospect.

2009: MLB Debut

In 2009, Andrew McCutchen made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut.

2009: Rookie of the Year Award

In 2009, Andrew McCutchen was named the Baseball America Rookie of the Year and finished fourth in the voting for the National League Rookie of the Year Award.

2010: Everyday Center Fielder

Andrew McCutchen started the 2010 season as the Pirates' everyday center fielder, receiving high praise from Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox.

2010: All-Star Snub

In 2010, despite his performance, McCutchen was not named to the National League All-Star Team, a decision that was criticized by Pirates pitcher Evan Meek.

August 30, 2011: 20-20 Season

On August 30, 2011, Andrew McCutchen hit a ninth-inning home run against the Houston Astros, becoming the eighth Pirates player to record at least 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases in one season.

2011: All-Star Selection

In 2011, Andrew McCutchen was selected as an All-Star.

March 5, 2012: Contract Extension

On March 5, 2012, McCutchen signed a six-year, $51.5 million contract extension with the Pirates, including a club option for 2018.

2012: All-Star and Home Run Derby Participant

Andrew McCutchen was a 2012 NL All-Star and participated in the Home Run Derby, replacing Giancarlo Stanton due to injury.

2012: Awards and Honors in 2012

In 2012, Andrew McCutchen finished third in the NL MVP voting, won a Silver Slugger Award, a Gold Glove Award, and was named a NL Wilson Defensive Player of the Year.

2012: Silver Slugger and Gold Glove Awards

In 2012, McCutchen won the Silver Slugger Award and the Gold Glove Award.

April 3, 2013: 100th Career Stolen Base

On April 3, 2013, Andrew McCutchen stole his 100th career base.

September 3, 2013: 100th Career Home Run

On September 3, 2013, Andrew McCutchen hit his 100th career home run against the Milwaukee Brewers.

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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2013: Postseason Appearance

Andrew McCutchen's efforts in the 2013 season helped lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a winning record and the postseason for the first time since 1992.

2013: National League MVP

In 2013, Andrew McCutchen was named the National League (NL) Most Valuable Player.

2013: All-Star Selection

In 2013, Andrew McCutchen was named to the NL All-Star Team for the third straight year.

2013: MLB 13: The Show Cover Athlete

In 2013, McCutchen was featured on the cover of the baseball video game MLB 13: The Show.

June 15, 2014: NL Player of the Week Award

On June 15, 2014, McCutchen won the NL Player of the Week Award.

June 2014: NL Player of the Month Award

In June 2014, McCutchen won the NL Player of the Month Award.

2014: Mentioned the upcoming change of cutting his hair

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

2014: League Leading Stats

During the 2014 season, Andrew McCutchen led the National League with a .410 on-base percentage and a .952 OPS. He also led the league with 69 extra base hits.

2014: MLB 14: The Show Back Cover Appearance

In 2014, Andrew McCutchen appeared on the back cover of the baseball video game MLB 14: The Show.

2014: Led NL in Multiple Stats

In 2014, McCutchen led the National League in on-base percentage (.410), OPS (.952), and extra base hits (69).

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.

April 29, 2015: 1,000th Career Hit

On April 29, 2015, Andrew McCutchen recorded his 1,000th career hit, a single off Chicago Cubs' starter Edwin Jackson.

2015: Post Season Berth

Andrew McCutchen helped lead the Pirates to a 98-win season, the second best in MLB, and their third consecutive Wild Card berth in 2015.

2015: Fourth Straight Silver Slugger and Clemente Award

In 2015, Andrew McCutchen won his fourth straight Silver Slugger Award and was named the winner of the Roberto Clemente Award.

2015: Roberto Clemente Award

In 2015, McCutchen was awarded the Roberto Clemente Award.

April 26, 2016: Three Home Runs in a Game

On April 26, 2016, Andrew McCutchen hit three home runs in a single game against the Colorado Rockies, for the second time in his career.

2016: Trade Rumors

During the 2016 Winter Meetings, there were reports that the Pirates' general manager, Neal Huntington, nearly traded Andrew McCutchen to the Washington Nationals.

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.

2017: Batted .279 with 28 home runs

In 2017 with the Pirates, McCutchen batted .279/.363/.486, with 28 home runs, 11 stolen bases, and 88 RBIs. He batted .336 against left-handers. Defensively, he made 139 appearances in center field and 13 appearances in right field, and his 9 outfield assists were 4th in the National League.

2017: Participated in the World Baseball Classic and won gold medal

In 2017, McCutchen participated in the World Baseball Classic with the United States national baseball team. In the semi-final game against Team Japan, McCutchen hit a RBI-single in a 2–1 victory for Team USA. On March 22, Team USA defeated Team Puerto Rico 8–0, to win the first World Baseball Classic gold medal for the United States.

January 15, 2018: Traded to the San Francisco Giants

On January 15, 2018, the Pirates traded McCutchen to the San Francisco Giants, along with cash considerations, in exchange for Kyle Crick, Bryan Reynolds, and $500,000 of international bonus slot money.

July 2018: Held Numerous PNC Park Records

As of July 2018, McCutchen held numerous PNC Park records, including most games played (676), plate appearances (2,873), at bats (2,468), hits (751), multi-hit games (208), singles (478), doubles (161), triples (20), home runs (92), walk-off home runs (6), multi-homer games (7), RBIs (357), runs scored (415), sacrifice flies (22), walks (345), intentional walks (41), and strikeouts (471). He also shared the park record of eight walk-off hits with Josh Harrison.

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.

December 12, 2018: Signed with the Philadelphia Phillies

On December 12, 2018, McCutchen signed a three-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies worth $50 million, with a $15 million club option and a $3 million buyout for 2022.

2018: Contract Option Year

Andrew McCutchen's contract extension with the Pirates, signed on March 5, 2012, included a $14.75 million club option for 2018.

2018: Ranked among all Pirates players in career stats

As of 2018, McCutchen was 2nd of all Pirates players in career power-speed number (185.6; behind Barry Bonds), 4th in home runs (203; behind Hall of Famers Willie Stargell, Ralph Kiner, and Roberto Clemente), 7th in walks (685), extra base hits (539), and sacrifice flies (47), 9th in doubles (292) and intentional walks (63), and 10th in total bases (2,452) and hit by pitch (61).

2018: Batted .255 with 20 home runs across two teams

For the 2018 season, between the Giants and the Yankees, McCutchen batted .255/.368/.424 with 20 home runs, 95 walks, 14 stolen bases, and 65 RBIs.

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.

2020: Stats in the pandemic-shortened season

During the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, McCutchen hit .253/.324/.433 with 10 home runs and 34 RBIs in 57 games. Through 2020, he was 5th among active major leaguers in career triples (48), 8th in career walks (845), and 9th in career runs scored (974).

May 2021: Voice Acting Role on Puppy Dog Pals

In May 2021, McCutchen provided voice acting for an episode of the Disney Junior television show Puppy Dog Pals. He voiced a cool, card-playing dog who helps the main characters find an autographed baseball card of their favorite player, voiced by Mookie Betts.

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October 25, 2021: Birth of First Daughter, Avé

On October 25, 2021, McCutchen's wife Maria gave birth to their first daughter, Avé, and was announced on Instagram.

2021: Uncle Larry Merchandise

In 2021 the "Uncle Larry" gig spawned a rash of merchandise, including t-shirts, a bobblehead, and a trading card in 2021 Topps Allen & Ginter.

2021: Batted .222 with 27 home runs

In 2021, McCutchen batted .222/.334/.444 with 27 home runs and 80 RBIs in 144 games.

March 16, 2022: Signed with the Milwaukee Brewers

On March 16, 2022, McCutchen signed a one-year contract with the Milwaukee Brewers worth $8.5 million.

2022: Stats with the Milwaukee Brewers

In 2022, McCutchen batted .237/.316/.384 with 17 home runs in 515 at bats. McCutchen logged 82 DH starts compared to 49 outfield starts. He had the fastest sprint speed of all major league designated hitters, at 28.9 feet/second.

2022: Phillies Declined Club Option

In 2022, the Phillies declined the $15 million club option on McCutchen's contract, with a $3 million buyout.

January 20, 2023: Signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates

On January 20, 2023, McCutchen signed a one-year, $5 million contract to return to the Pittsburgh Pirates.

April 7, 2023: Return to PNC Park

On April 7, 2023, McCutchen made his return to PNC Park at the Pirates' home opener, where he received a standing ovation that lasted over a minute prior to his first at bat.

December 20, 2023: Signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates to stay with the team

On December 20, 2023, McCutchen signed a one-year, $5 million contract to stay with Pittsburgh. He stated that he plans to play at least two more seasons and hopes to retire as a Pirate.