Bryce Harper's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Bryce Harper is a professional baseball player currently playing first base and right field for the Philadelphia Phillies in MLB. He previously played for the Washington Nationals. Harper is known for his hitting prowess and has been a prominent figure in Major League Baseball since his debut.

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

1900: Top hitting season

In 2015, Bryce Harper's was a top-5 hitting season (since 1900) for all players under the age of 23.

1964: Teenager stole home plate

In 2012, Bryce Harper became the first teenager to steal home plate since 1964.

1969: MLB Feat

In 2015, Bryce Harper became the youngest player to accomplish a feat since Joe Lahoud in 1969.

1997: Harper Surpasses Walker's Record

In 2017, Bryce Harper set the MLB record for runs scored in April with 32, surpassing Larry Walker's previous record of 29 set in 1997.

1998: Youngest to homer

In 2012, Bryce Harper became the youngest player to homer since Adrian Beltre did in 1998.

2009: Pan American Championship Gold

In 2009, Bryce Harper represented the United States at the Pan American U-18 Baseball Championship in Barquisimeto, Venezuela, where the team won gold.

2009: Phillies Pennant Win

In 2021, Bryce Harper and the Phillies won their first pennant since 2009

2010: AFL Championship

In 2010, Bryce Harper and the Scottsdale Scorpions won the Arizona Fall League (AFL) Championship.

2010: Golden Spikes Award and MLB Draft

In 2010, Bryce Harper won the Golden Spikes Award. Later that year, the Washington Nationals selected him as the first overall pick in the MLB draft.

2010: College Season at Southern Nevada

In 2010, Bryce Harper, at 17 years old, enrolled at the College of Southern Nevada. He hit 31 home runs, breaking the school's record, and was named the SWAC Player of the Year for 2010.

April 2011: Vision Correction and Performance Improvement

In April 2011, after a slow start in the minor leagues, Bryce Harper visited an optometrist and received contact lenses, leading to a significant improvement in his batting performance.

2011: Last Consecutive Home Runs

In 2017, on July 27, Bryce Harper hit one of four consecutive home runs by Nationals hitters. The feat marked the first time since the 2011 season such an event had occurred in Major League Baseball.

2011: Last 100 RBI Season Before Harper

In 2019, Bryce Harper was the first Philadelphia Phillies player since Ryan Howard in 2011 to hit for 100 RBIs or more in a season.

2012: Rookie of the Year Award

In 2012, Bryce Harper won the National League (NL) Rookie of the Year Award.

2013: Two Home Runs on Opening Day

In 2013, Bryce Harper hit two home runs against the Miami Marlins on Opening Day, becoming the youngest major league player to achieve this feat.

2013: Home Run Derby Finalist

In 2013, Bryce Harper participated in the Home Run Derby, advancing to the final round and becoming the youngest player to ever make it that far. During the 2013 off-season, Harper successfully underwent left knee surgery to remove a bursa sac.

April 18, 2015: Longest Home Run

On April 18, 2015, Bryce Harper hit the longest home run of his MLB career with a 461-foot drive.

2015: Awards and Recognition for Historic Season

Bryce Harper's historic 2015 season earned him numerous awards, including the National League Most Valuable Player Award, the Hank Aaron Award, and being named Baseball America's player of the year.

2015: Historic Season

In 2015, Bryce Harper had a historic season, with his OPS+ ranking among the top-5 hitting seasons for players under 23 since 1900 and the best since Barry Bonds a decade earlier. He led the majors in WAR and tied for the NL home run title.

2015: NL MVP and Home Run Leader

In 2015, Bryce Harper was named the NL Most Valuable Player and tied for the NL lead in home runs.

2016: Nationals' Season End

In 2016, the Nationals finished the season with a 95-67 record and clinched the NL East division. However, they were defeated by the Dodgers in the National League Division Series (NLDS).

April 3, 2017: Harper's Opening Day Performance

On April 3, 2017, during Opening Day, Bryce Harper hit a solo home run, struck out, and walked against the Miami Marlins. This marked his fifth career home run in a season opener, the most by any player younger than 25.

2017: All-Star Game Selection and Performance

In 2017, Bryce Harper was the top overall vote-getter for the National League to start in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game. He also received the most votes of any player overall, and during the game went 1-for-1 with a walk and made a diving catch. Harper wore cleats in honor of José Fernández.

2018: Harper's All-Star Selection and Season Performance

In 2018, Bryce Harper, despite a .219 batting average, was selected as a starting outfielder for the MLB All-Star Game, where he won the home run derby. He concluded the season with a career-high 130 walks, 34 home runs, a .249 batting average, and 100 RBIs, becoming a free agent after the season.

September 3, 2019: Harper Reaches 100 RBIs

On September 3, 2019, Bryce Harper recorded his 100th RBI of the season, marking his second consecutive year with at least 100 RBIs. He was the first Philadelphia Phillies player since Ryan Howard in 2011 to achieve this.

2021: Harper Wins Second MVP Award

In 2021, Bryce Harper batted .309/.429/.615 with 35 home runs and 84 RBIs, leading the major leagues in slugging percentage. He won his second career National League MVP award, becoming the second player in MLB history to win a league MVP with two different teams before the age of 30.

2021: Second NL MVP Award

In 2021, Bryce Harper won his second NL MVP award with the Phillies.

October 23, 2022: Harper's Go-Ahead Home Run and NLCS MVP

On October 23, 2022, during Game 5 of the National League Championship Series, Bryce Harper hit a go-ahead two-run home run, sending the Phillies to the 2022 World Series. He was voted the 2022 NLCS MVP at the end of the game.

July 13, 2024: Harper Completes Homer Record

On July 13, 2024, Bryce Harper achieved the milestone of hitting a home run against every team in Major League Baseball, with a solo home run against the Oakland Athletics.

May 16, 2025: Harper Records 1,000th RBI

On May 16, 2025, Bryce Harper recorded his 1,000th RBI against the Pittsburgh Pirates, becoming the fourteenth player in MLB history to reach 1,000 RBIs, 1,000 runs, and 1,000 walks before turning 33.