A closer look at the biggest achievements of Evan Longoria. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Evan Longoria, nicknamed "Longo", is a former professional baseball third baseman. He played 16 seasons in MLB for the Tampa Bay Rays, San Francisco Giants, and Arizona Diamondbacks. Known for his fielding prowess and offensive capabilities, Longoria established himself as one of the premier third basemen in baseball. During his career, he made multiple All-Star appearances and won several Gold Glove Awards. Longoria was a key player for the Rays during their successful run in the late 2000s and early 2010s. He retired in 2024.
In 1987, Gary Gaetti, Longoria's hitting coach at Triple-A Durham, was the first player to homer in his first two postseason at-bats while playing for the Minnesota Twins.
In 1997, Nomar Garciaparra was the last player before Longoria in 2008 to win a Rookie of the Year Award unanimously.
In 2003, Miguel Cabrera set the previous rookie record for most home runs hit in a postseason series, before Longoria broke it in 2008.
In 2005, Evan Longoria had a successful summer in the Cape Cod League and also shared the Big West Conference Player of the Year honors.
In 2005, Longoria played for the Long Beach State University baseball team and was named the CSN Bay Area Cape Cod League MVP.
In 2007, Longoria was named the Most Valuable Player with the Biscuits as well as a postseason all-star.
On July 19, 2008, Longoria hit his first career grand slam off Toronto's Roy Halladay, contributing to a 6–4 victory for the Rays.
On October 14, 2008, Longoria set the rookie record for most home runs (4) hit in a postseason series.
After the 2008 season, Longoria was honored with the Sporting News Rookie of the Year Award for the American League, as well as the American League Rookie of the Year Award.
In 2008, Longoria won the All-Star game AL Final Fan vote and participated in the Home Run Derby. However, on August 11, 2008, he was placed on the disabled list with a fractured wrist.
Through May 2009, Longoria drove in 131 runs in his first 162 games in the majors, placing him third among all active players.
On July 5, 2009, Longoria was selected by the fans to start the MLB All-Star Game, but was kept out of the lineup due to a finger injury.
In 2009, Longoria won his first Gold Glove Award for his defensive skills at third base.
In 2010, Longoria secured his second Gold Glove Award for his exceptional defense at third base.
In 2010, Longoria was selected to play in the All-Star Game for the third consecutive season and hit for the highest average of his career at .294.
In 2010, Longoria was selected to the American League All-Star team for the third time.
On September 28, 2011, Longoria hit a walk-off home run in extra innings against the New York Yankees, securing an 8–7 victory for the Rays and a spot in the playoffs.
During the 2011 season, Longoria hit a 12th-inning walk-off home run in the last game of the season, helping the Rays clinch the American League wild card spot and advance to the postseason.
On October 3, 2012, Longoria concluded the 2012 season by hitting three home runs in the final game.
On June 20, 2013, Longoria drove in his 500th career RBI and also hit two home runs in the game against the New York Yankees.
On August 19, 2013, Longoria hit his 25th home run of the season, marking his fourth 25-homer season and tying him with Carlos Peña for the most such seasons in Tampa Bay history.
On September 25, 2013, Longoria hit two home runs against the Yankees at Yankee Stadium, giving him his third career season with 30 home runs.
In 2013, Longoria played in the most games of his career, totaling 160, and hit a walk-off home run against the San Diego Padres on May 11, 2013.
On April 4, 2014, Longoria hit the 163rd home run of his career, tying the Rays franchise record of most home runs previously held by Carlos Peña.
On April 19, 2014, Evan Longoria hit his 164th career home run, surpassing Carlos Peña for the most home runs in Tampa Bay Rays history.
In 2017, Longoria was awarded his third Gold Glove Award, recognizing his outstanding defensive play at third base.
On May 5, 2018, Evan Longoria hit a double, marking his 1,500th career hit during an 11–2 victory over the Atlanta Braves.
On August 21, 2020, Evan Longoria hit his 300th career home run against Robbie Ray, becoming the 150th player in Major League history to reach this milestone.
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