Andruw Jones's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Andruw Jones. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Andruw Jones, a Curaçaoan former MLB center fielder, is best known for his time with the Atlanta Braves. Renowned for his exceptional defense, he won ten consecutive Gold Glove Awards (1998-2007) and possessed a powerful throwing arm. Jones was a five-time All-Star. In 2005, he was recognized with both the Hank Aaron Award and a Silver Slugger Award. He also played for the Dodgers, Rangers, White Sox, and Yankees, as well as in Japan's NPB.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1995: Played for Class-A Macon

In 1995, Andruw Jones played for Class-A Macon, hitting 25 home runs and driving in 100 runs, and was named minor league player of the year by USA Today and Baseball America.

1996: MLB Debut

In 1996, Andruw Jones made his MLB debut with the Atlanta Braves and hit a home run in the World Series, becoming the youngest player to do so.

1996: Earned a playoff spot on the Braves' roster

In 1996, Andruw Jones's speed earned him the last playoff spot on the Braves' roster.

1996: Two Home Runs in World Series Game 1

In Game 1 of the 1996 World Series, Andruw Jones hit two home runs, becoming the youngest player to homer in the World Series.

1997: Stole 20 or more bases

In 1997, Andruw Jones stole 20 or more bases.

1998: Won consecutive Gold Gloves

From 1998, Andruw Jones won 10 consecutive Gold Gloves.

1998: Moved to Center Field and Won Gold Glove Award

In 1998, Andruw Jones moved to center field nearly full-time and won his first of ten consecutive Gold Glove Awards.

1998: First Gold Glove Award

In 1998, Andruw Jones won his first Rawlings Gold Glove Award for outfielders, marking the beginning of a ten-year streak.

2000: First All-Star Team Selection

In 2000, Andruw Jones batted .303 with 36 home runs and 104 RBIs, leading to his first All-Star team selection.

2000: Breakout Season and All-Star Selection

In 2000, Andruw Jones had a breakout season with career highs in batting average (.303), home runs (36), and RBIs (104), earning his first All-Star Game appearance.

2000: Stole 20 or more bases

In 2000, Andruw Jones stole 20 or more bases.

2001: Last time stealing 10+ bases

In 2001, Andruw Jones stole 11 bases, the last time he would steal 10 or more bases in a season.

2002: Homer in Four Straight At-Bats

In 2002, Andruw Jones became the 11th player in MLB history to homer in four straight at-bats. He was also named to his second All-Star team.

2003: Career High in RBIs

In 2003, Andruw Jones achieved a new career high in RBIs, with 116, and made his third All-Star team, homering in the game.

2003: Last Braves Hitter to Hit 40 Home Runs

In 2005, Andruw Jones became the first Braves hitter since Javy Lopez in 2003 to hit 40 home runs in a season.

September 14, 2005: 300th Career Home Run

On September 14, 2005, Andruw Jones hit his 300th career home run against the Philadelphia Phillies.

2005: Hit 51 Home runs.

In 2005, Andruw Jones hit 51 home runs, with a .263 batting average, a .575 slugging percentage, .347 OBP, and 95 runs scored.

2005: Led National League in Home Runs and RBIs

In 2005, Andruw Jones led the National League with 51 home runs and 128 RBIs, finishing second in NL MVP voting.

2005: Hank Aaron Award and Silver Slugger Award

In 2005, Andruw Jones won both the Hank Aaron Award and a Silver Slugger Award for outfielders.

2006: Finished Season with 41 Home Runs and 129 RBIs

Andruw Jones finished the 2006 season with 41 home runs and 129 RBIs, winning his ninth consecutive Gold Glove award. He also had his most runs in a single season since 2000.

2007: Finished Season with 26 Home Runs and 94 RBIs

In 2007, Andruw Jones finished the season with 26 home runs and 94 RBIs, but only batted .222 and struck out 138 times. He was also honored with a Fielding Bible Award.

2007: Final Gold Glove Award

In 2007, Andruw Jones won his tenth and final consecutive Rawlings Gold Glove Award for outfielders.

2007: Won consecutive Gold Gloves

Through 2007, Andruw Jones won 10 consecutive Gold Gloves.

April 23, 2010: Two home runs on 33rd birthday

On April 23, 2010, Andruw Jones hit two home runs on his 33rd birthday, including a walk-off to help the White Sox win 7–6 over the Seattle Mariners.

2010: Jose Bautista broke Jones's record

In 2010, Jose Bautista broke Jones's record of the lowest batting average, slugging percentage, on-base percentage, and runs scored in a season for a hitter that belted 50+ home runs in a season.