Carl Crawford's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 28, 2026

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Carl Crawford.

Carl Crawford, nicknamed "the Perfect Storm," is a former MLB left fielder. He played for the Tampa Bay Rays, Boston Red Sox, and Los Angeles Dodgers. He was a left-handed batter and thrower.

Sections (4)

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

1999: .310 batting average

In 1999, Fred McGriff had a .310 batting average in the Devil Rays baseball team.

2002: Most Outstanding Rookie and International League Rookie of the Year

In 2002, Carl Crawford was named the Devil Rays' Most Outstanding Rookie by the Tampa Bay chapter of the BBWAA. He also earned the International League Rookie of the Year award while playing for the AAA Durham Bulls.

2003: .311 batting average

In 2003, Aubrey Huff had a .311 batting average in the Devil Rays baseball team.

2003: Breakout Season and Award

In 2003, Carl Crawford had a breakout season, batting .281 with 54 RBI and leading the league with 55 steals. He was also co-winner of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum James "Cool Papa" Bell Legacy Award for 2003, along with Juan Pierre.

2004: All-Star Selection and Devil Rays MVP

In 2004, Carl Crawford led the league with 59 stolen bases and 19 triples. He was selected for the All-Star Game played in Houston and named Devil Rays team MVP by the BBWAA for 2004.

July 5, 2006: 200 Stolen Bases Before 25th Birthday

On July 5, 2006, Carl Crawford became the eighth player in history to achieve 200 stolen bases before turning 25.

2007: Second All-Star Selection

In 2007, Carl Crawford was named an All-Star for the second time, marking him as the first Devil Ray to receive the honor more than once. He also homered in the 6th inning of the All-Star Game from Francisco Cordero's pitch.

April 11, 2008: 1,000th Career Hit

On April 11, 2008, Carl Crawford achieved his 1,000th career hit, becoming the eighth player to reach 1,000 hits and 250 stolen bases before the age of 27.

May 3, 2009: Six Stolen Bases in a Game

On May 3, 2009, Carl Crawford tied a modern-era record by stealing six bases in a single game against the Boston Red Sox.

July 14, 2009: All-Star Game MVP

On July 14, 2009, Carl Crawford represented Tampa Bay in the 2009 All-Star Game and was named MVP for a leaping catch that prevented a potential go-ahead home run by Rockies outfielder Brad Hawpe.

2009: Career-High Stolen Bases and Fielding Bible Award

In 2009, Carl Crawford stole a career-high 60 bases and had the best range factor among major league left fielders. He also won his second consecutive and third overall Fielding Bible Award at left field.

July 31, 2010: 400 Stolen Bases

On July 31, 2010, Carl Crawford reached 400 stolen bases, becoming the 7th player in history to reach that mark before his 29th birthday.

August 17, 2010: 100th Career Triple

On August 17, 2010, Carl Crawford hit the 100th triple of his career, joining Ty Cobb as the only major league players to hit 100 triples and steal 400 bases before the age of 30.

2010: MVP, Gold Glove and Silver Slugger Awards

In 2010, Carl Crawford was voted the Most Valuable Player for the Rays by the Tampa Bay chapter of the Baseball Writers' Association of America. Following the season's conclusion, he received the Gold Glove Award and the Silver Slugger Award.

2013: Home Runs in NLDS

During the 2013 NLDS against the Atlanta Braves, Carl Crawford hit three home runs, including two in Game 4, which significantly helped the Dodgers defeat the Braves in four games.