Andrew McCutchen's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Andrew McCutchen.

Andrew McCutchen is a professional baseball outfielder and designated hitter currently playing for the Texas Rangers in MLB. He has previously played for several other MLB teams, including the Pittsburgh Pirates, San Francisco Giants, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, and Milwaukee Brewers. McCutchen also represented the United States in the 2017 World Baseball Classic, contributing to Team USA's gold medal victory.

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

1970: Pirate Duo Achievement

In 1970, Willie Stargell and Bob Robertson were the last Pirate duo to record five hits in the same game before McCutchen and Garrett Jones.

1974: Last Pirate Clemente Award Winner

In 1974, Willie Stargell was the last Pirate to win the Roberto Clemente Award before Andrew McCutchen in 2015.

1988: Pirate Achievement

In 1988, Bobby Bonilla was the last Pirate before McCutchen to earn the NL Player of the Month Award twice in the same season.

1992: Pirate MVP

In 1992, Barry Bonds was the last Pirate to win the National League MVP before McCutchen in 2013.

2003: Pirate Accomplishment

In 2003, Tike Redman was the last Pirate player to have two triples in a game before Andrew McCutchen.

2006: Minor League Prospect and Player of the Year

In 2006, Andrew McCutchen was ranked as a top minor league prospect. He played for the Single-A Hickory Crawdads and Double-A Altoona Curve, earning recognition as a South Atlantic League All-Star. At the end of the year, he was named the Pirates' Minor League Player of the Year.

2006: Pirate Accomplishment

In 2006, Jason Bay was the last Pirate before McCutchen to win the NL Player of the Week Award in consecutive weeks.

2007: Continued Minor League Success

In 2007, Andrew McCutchen continued his minor league career, playing for Altoona and the Triple-A Indianapolis Indians. He was named to the Arizona Fall League All-Prospect Team and a Rising Star.

2008: International League All-Star

In 2008, Andrew McCutchen was a mid-season International League (IL) All-Star, an All-Star Futures Game selection, and the Triple-A All-Star Game Top Star.

2008: Last Pirate with 20/20 Season

In 2008, Nate McLouth was the last Pirate to accomplish the feat of at least 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases in one season before McCutchen in 2011.

2009: Rookie of the Year Award

In 2009, 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.

August 30, 2011: 20/20 Season

On August 30, 2011, Andrew McCutchen hit a ninth-inning homer 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

Andrew McCutchen was selected as an All-Star in 2011.

2012: Awards and Honors in 2012

In 2012, McCutchen finished third in the NL MVP Award voting, was voted the Player's Choice National League Outstanding Player, won a Silver Slugger Award and a Gold Glove Award, and was named a 2012 NL Wilson Defensive Player of the Year.

2012: Silver Slugger and Gold Glove Awards

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

April 3, 2013: 100th Career Stolen Base

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

September 3, 2013: 100th Career Home Run

On September 3, 2013, McCutchen hit his 100th career home run against Yovani Gallardo.

2013: NL All-Star Team Selection

In 2013, Andrew McCutchen was named to the National League All-Star Team for the third straight year as a reserve.

2013: National League MVP Award

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

June 15, 2014: NL Player of the Week Award

On June 15, 2014, Andrew McCutchen won the National League Player of the Week Award.

June 2014: NL Player of the Month Award

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

2014: Leads NL in Multiple Statistics

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

2014: Outstanding Season Statistics

In 2014, McCutchen showcased his batting skills by achieving .314 (3rd in the National League)/.410 (leading the league)/.542 (2nd in the league) with a .952 OPS (leading the league), alongside 69 extra base hits (leading the league), marking an exceptional season.

April 29, 2015: 1,000th Career Hit

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

2015: Fourth Silver Slugger and Clemente Award

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

2015: Roberto Clemente Award

In 2015, Andrew McCutchen won the Roberto Clemente Award.

2015: Strong Performance and Team Success

In 2015, McCutchen batted .292/.401/.488 with 23 home runs and 96 RBIs. He helped lead the Pirates to a 98-win season, the second best in MLB, and their third consecutive Wild Card berth.

April 26, 2016: Second Three-Homer Game

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

2017: 2017 Season Performance with Pirates

During the 2017 season with the Pirates, Andrew McCutchen achieved a batting average of .279, an on-base percentage of .363, and a slugging percentage of .486, along with 28 home runs, 11 stolen bases, and 88 RBIs. He also performed well against left-handed pitchers, batting .336. Defensively, he primarily played center field but also made appearances in right field.

2017: World Baseball Classic Gold Medal

In 2017, Andrew McCutchen participated in the World Baseball Classic (WBC) and helped Team USA win its first gold medal in the tournament.

2017: World Baseball Classic Victory with Team USA

In March 2017, Andrew McCutchen played for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. He had a crucial RBI-single in the semi-final against Team Japan, helping secure a 2–1 victory. On March 22, Team USA triumphed over Team Puerto Rico with an 8–0 score, claiming their first World Baseball Classic gold medal.

July 2018: PNC Park Records

As of July 2018, Andrew McCutchen held numerous records at PNC Park, 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).

2018: Pirates Career Rankings

As of 2018, Andrew McCutchen was 2nd among Pirates players in career power-speed number (185.6), 4th in home runs (203), 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: 2018 Season Statistics

During the 2018 season, playing for both the Giants and the Yankees, Andrew McCutchen had a combined batting average of .255, an on-base percentage of .368, and a slugging percentage of .424. He hit 20 home runs, had 95 walks, 14 stolen bases, and 65 RBIs.

April 14, 2024: 300th Career Home Run

On April 14, 2024, Andrew McCutchen hit his 300th career home run off of Ricardo Pinto of the Philadelphia Phillies.

June 1, 2025: Tied for Third Place on Pirates Franchise Home Run List

On June 1, 2025, Andrew McCutchen hit his fourth home run of the season, tying with Roberto Clemente for third place on the Pirates franchise home run list with 240 home runs.

June 8, 2025: Recorded 2,200th Career Hit

On June 8, 2025, Andrew McCutchen recorded his 2,200th career hit against the Philadelphia Phillies, becoming the 190th player in MLB history to reach this milestone.