History of Corey Seager in Timeline
Corey Seager is an American professional baseball shortstop currently playing for the Texas Rangers. He was previously with the Los Angeles Dodgers and is widely considered among the top shortstops of his era. Seager began his professional career in 2012 when the Dodgers selected him in the first round of the MLB draft. After a successful minor league career, he made his MLB debut in 2015 and played an important role in the Dodgers' success, which included their World Series victory in 2020. During the 2021 off-season, Seager signed a 10-year, $325 million contract with the Rangers. His consistent performance and high batting average have cemented his place as a leading figure in baseball.
1944: Youngest Opening Day Shortstop
Corey Seager became the youngest Opening Day starting shortstop for the Dodgers since Gene Mauch in 1944.
1982: Surpassing Steve Sax
In 1982, Corey Seager surpassed Steve Sax for most hits in a season by a Los Angeles Dodgers rookie.
April 27, 1994: Birth of Corey Seager
Corey Seager was born on April 27, 1994.
2000: First Dodgers Shortstop with 3 HRs since Elster
Seager was the first Dodgers shortstop to hit three home runs in a game since Kevin Elster in 2000.
June 7, 2001: First time brothers to homer in the same game since 2001
Corey Seager and his brother Kyle achieved the feat of becoming the first pair of brothers to homer in the same game since César and Felipe Crespo on June 7, 2001.
2012: Professional Debut
Corey Seager began his professional career with the Ogden Raptors in 2012.
2012: High School Graduation
Corey Seager graduated from Northwest Cabarrus High School in 2012.
2012: Signed with the Dodgers
Corey Seager signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2012, receiving a $2.35 million signing bonus.
2013: Justin Seager Drafted
Corey Seager's brother, Justin, was drafted by the Seattle Mariners in 2013.
2013: Promoted to Single-A and High-A
In 2013, Corey Seager played for the Great Lakes Loons (Single-A) and the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes (High-A).
2014: Minor League Awards
Corey Seager received several awards in 2014, including California League MVP and Dodgers Minor League Player of the Year.
2014: Strong Performance in the Minors
In 2014, Corey Seager excelled with the Quakes and was promoted to the Chattanooga Lookouts (Double-A).
May 1, 2015: Promoted to Triple-A
On May 1, 2015, Corey Seager was promoted to the Oklahoma City Dodgers (Triple-A).
September 3, 2015: Major League Debut
Corey Seager made his MLB debut on September 3, 2015, against the San Diego Padres.
September 12, 2015: First MLB Home Run
On September 12, 2015, Corey Seager hit his first MLB home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
2015: Major League Debut
Corey Seager made his major league debut in 2015.
2015: Top Prospect and Promotion to Double-A
Corey Seager was a top prospect in 2015 and started the season with the Tulsa Drillers (Double-A).
August 6, 2016: Dodgers Rookie Records
On August 6, 2016, Corey Seager set a new Dodgers rookie record for doubles.
2016: Three Home Runs and All-Star Selection
In 2016, Corey Seager hit three home runs in a game and was selected to the National League All-Star team.
2016: Postseason and Awards
In 2016, Corey Seager made his postseason debut, hitting a home run in the NLDS and becoming the youngest Dodger to achieve this feat. He also won the Silver Slugger, NL Rookie of the Year, and Esurance MLB/This Year in Baseball Award for Best Rookie.
2016: National League Rookie of the Year
In 2016, Corey Seager was named the National League Rookie of the Year.
June 20, 2017: Three-Home Run Game
On June 20, 2017, Corey Seager hit three home runs in a single game against the New York Mets, marking the second time in his career he achieved this.
2017: Injury and World Series Appearance
In 2017, a back injury impacted Seager's postseason, keeping him out of the NLCS. He returned for the World Series, where the Dodgers lost to the Houston Astros.
2018: Season-Ending Injuries
Corey Seager's 2018 season was cut short due to injuries. He underwent Tommy John surgery on his right elbow and arthroscopic surgery on his left hip, sidelining him for the rest of the year.
2018: First Arbitration
During the 2018-2019 offseason, Corey Seager went through his first salary arbitration and agreed to a one-year, $4 million contract with the Dodgers.
December 5, 2020: Marriage
Corey Seager married his high school sweetheart, Madisyn Van Ham, on December 5, 2020.
2020: World Series MVP and Championship
Corey Seager led the Dodgers to the 2020 World Series title and was named the World Series MVP.
September 26, 2021: 100th Career Home Run
On September 26, 2021, Corey Seager reached a career milestone by hitting his 100th home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
December 1, 2021: Record Contract with Texas Rangers
Corey Seager signed a 10-year, $325 million contract with the Texas Rangers on December 1, 2021, setting a new record for the largest contract in Rangers' history.
2022: All-Star Selection and Home Run Record
In 2022, despite a lower batting average, Seager hit a career-high 33 home runs and was selected for his first American League All-Star game.
2023: Second World Series MVP and Championship with the Rangers
In 2023, Corey Seager helped the Texas Rangers win their first World Series championship and earned his second World Series MVP award.
2023: Second World Series MVP and All-Star Selection
In 2023, Seager had an outstanding season, leading the AL in doubles and hard-hit percentage. He was named an All-Star for the second consecutive year, finished second in AL MVP voting, and won his second World Series MVP award, leading the Rangers to victory against the Diamondbacks.
2024: Season-Ending Injury
Corey Seager's 2024 season ended prematurely due to a sports hernia injury to his right hip, requiring surgery and causing him to miss the remainder of the season.
