Anthony Rendon's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Anthony Rendon.

Anthony Rendon is a professional baseball third baseman currently playing for the Los Angeles Angels in MLB. Before joining the Angels, he played for the Washington Nationals. Rendon is known for his offensive skills and defensive capabilities at third base.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1924: Jim Bottomley's Record

In 1924, Jim Bottomley achieved a similar feat to Rendon's, attaining both six hits and ten RBI in the same game.

1949: Walker Cooper's Record

In 1949, Walker Cooper achieved a similar feat to Rendon's, attaining both six hits and ten RBI in the same game.

2009: Freshman of the Year

In 2009, as a freshman, Anthony Rendon was named Baseball America's Freshman of the Year and received multiple other awards and nominations for his performance with the Rice University Owls. He hit .388 with 20 home runs and 72 runs batted in, starting in all 61 of the Owls' games. In Rice's last game, in the Baton Rouge Super Regional, Rendon suffered an ankle injury that required surgery.

June 29, 2010: "Anthony Rendon Day" Declared in Houston

On June 29, 2010, Houston mayor Annise Parker declared "Anthony Rendon Day" in Houston to honor Rendon's achievements.

2010: College Player of the Year

In 2010, Anthony Rendon was named Baseball America's College Player of the Year and won the Dick Howser Trophy. He finished the season hitting .394 with 26 home runs and 85 runs batted in. Rendon also suffered another right ankle injury while playing for Team USA against South Korea.

2010: Dick Howser Trophy Winner

In 2010, Anthony Rendon won the Dick Howser Trophy while playing college baseball for the Rice University Owls.

2014: Breakout Season

In 2014, Anthony Rendon had a breakout season, leading the National League in runs scored, finishing fifth in MVP voting, and winning a Silver Slugger Award.

2014: Silver Slugger Award

In 2014, Anthony Rendon won the Silver Slugger Award.

August 15, 2015: Spectacular Defensive Play

On August 15, 2015, Anthony Rendon made a spectacular barehanded grab and throw to first base against the San Francisco Giants, which was described as one of the greatest plays ever seen by Giants broadcasters.

2016: Return to Form

During the 2016 season, Anthony Rendon returned to form hitting .270/.348/.450 with 20 home runs and 85 RBIs, closely resembling his 2014 performance. He played exclusively at third base after Escobar was traded.

2016: NL Comeback Player of the Year

In 2016, Anthony Rendon was named the National League Comeback Player of the Year.

April 30, 2017: Record-Setting Performance

On April 30, 2017, Anthony Rendon had a record-setting performance, going six-for-six with three home runs and 10 RBI in a 23–5 victory over the New York Mets. He joined a select group of major leaguers with 10 or more RBI in one game and set a Nationals record.

July 17, 2017: Named National League Player of the Week

On July 17, 2017, Anthony Rendon was named the National League Player of the Week for the week abbreviated by the All-Star break, marking the first time he received this honor. Rendon hit .636 during the week with three home runs.

2019: Statistical Achievements in 2019

In 2019, Anthony Rendon batted .319 with 34 home runs, led the NL with 44 doubles, and led the majors in RBIs (126).

2019: Key Role in World Series Win

In 2019, Anthony Rendon played a key role in the Washington Nationals' World Series victory, hitting for a 1.003 OPS in the postseason and driving in 8 runs in the World Series.

2019: All-Star Selection and Decision Not to Attend

In 2019, Anthony Rendon was selected to the MLB All-Star Game for the first time, but chose not to participate in order to recover from minor injuries.