Cody Bellinger's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Cody Bellinger.

Cody Bellinger is a professional baseball outfielder and first baseman currently playing for the New York Yankees in MLB. Drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2013, he made his MLB debut with them in 2017. He has also played for the Chicago Cubs.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1913: Dodgers Intentionally Walked

Cody Bellinger became the third Dodger since 1913 to be intentionally walked in his MLB debut.

1956: Chico Fernández Intentionally Walked

Cody Bellinger became the third Dodger since 1913 to be intentionally walked in his MLB debut, following Chico Fernández in 1956.

1963: Dick Nen Intentionally Walked

Cody Bellinger became the third Dodger since 1913 to be intentionally walked in his MLB debut, following Dick Nen in 1963.

1978: Bob Horner Record

On June 13, Cody Bellinger became the fastest player in MLB history to record four multi-home run games in 45 contests, breaking the record set by Bob Horner in 1978 with 63 games.

1988: Dodgers' Previous World Series Win

In 2020, the Dodgers won their first World Series since 1988, marking a significant milestone for the team and Cody Bellinger.

2003: Miguel Cabrera Record

During the 2017 National League Championship Series, Cody Bellinger became the youngest player to homer in a Championship Series game since Miguel Cabrera in 2003.

2004: Adrian Beltre Record

In June, Cody Bellinger became the first Dodger since Adrián Beltré in 2004 to have consecutive multi-home run games.

2008: Chase Utley's Record

Cody Bellinger had 88 total bases by the end of April 2019, three more than Chase Utley's 2008 record and the most of any batter in the live-ball era.

2017: Postseason Debut and Strikeout Record

In 2017, Cody Bellinger began his MLB postseason, hitting a home run in the NLDS against the Arizona Diamondbacks, making him the youngest Dodger to hit a postseason home run. He then set an MLB record with 29 strikeouts in a single postseason run, and was named NL Rookie of the Year.

2017: All-Star Game and Rookie of the Year

In 2017, Cody Bellinger participated in the MLB All-Star Game and Home Run Derby. He was also named the National League Rookie of the Year.

2018: NL West Title and NLCS MVP

In 2018, Cody Bellinger hit a go-ahead home run to help the Dodgers capture the NL West title. He was later named NLCS MVP for his impactful hits, but struggled in the World Series, which the Dodgers lost to the Boston Red Sox in five games.

2018: Home Run and Adjustment

In 2018, Cody Bellinger started the season with a home run off of Josh Osich of the Giants, but struggled later, leading to a benching. He adjusted his stance, leading to home runs in four consecutive games. He played in all 162 regular season games, batting .260 with 25 home runs.

2018: NLCS MVP

In 2018, Cody Bellinger was named the MVP of the National League Championship Series after a walk-off single, helping the Dodgers to the World Series.

April 2019: Record Breaking Month

Cody Bellinger had a record-breaking month in April 2019, leading MLB in multiple categories. He broke Matt Kemp's record for most single-season home runs by a Dodger through April and had 88 total bases, breaking Chase Utley's 2008 record. He received his first Player of the Month honors for April 2019.

2019: MVP, Gold Glove, and Silver Slugger Awards

In 2019, Cody Bellinger finished the season with career highs and received the MVP award, the NL Gold Glove Award, and the NL Silver Slugger Award. He also received two Fielding Bible Awards and was selected to the All-MLB First Team. He was the first Dodger to receive all three awards in the same season.

2019: First MLB Ejection and 100th Home Run

In 2019, Cody Bellinger received his first MLB game ejection for arguing balls and strikes. He also hit his 100th career home run, breaking Mike Piazza's Dodgers record. Later in the season, he became the first MLB player and youngest Dodger to record his 40th home run of the year. However, his production slowed after the All-Star break, and pitchers began avoiding throwing strikes to him, leading to numerous walks.

2019: MVP, Silver Slugger, Gold Glove Awards

In 2019, Cody Bellinger received the NL MVP, Silver Slugger, and Gold Glove Awards, along with his second All-Star selection.

2019: All-Star Game Nod and MVP Frontrunner

In 2019, Cody Bellinger was a frontrunner for the NL MVP Award along with Christian Yelich by the All-Star break. Bellinger received his second All-Star game nod and his first All-Star start, opening the game in the NL outfield with Yelich and Ronald Acuña Jr. He declined an invitation to the Home Run Derby to rest before the All-Star game.

2020: World Series Championship

In 2020, Cody Bellinger and the Dodgers clinched a playoff berth and swept the Brewers in the National League Wild Card Series. Bellinger's defensive play in the NLDS helped the Dodgers maintain their lead. He hit the go-ahead home run in the NLCS, securing the Dodgers' place in the 2020 World Series, where they defeated the Tampa Bay Rays in six games. It was Bellinger's first World Series championship and the Dodgers' first since 1988.

July 2023: National League Player of the Month

Cody Bellinger was named the National League Player of the Month for July 2023. He had eight home runs, 24 RBIs, and a .400 batting average over that span.