History of Freddie Freeman in Timeline

Freddie Freeman is a Canadian-American professional baseball first baseman currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers. He debuted in MLB with the Atlanta Braves in 2010, where he played for 12 seasons and won the 2021 World Series. Following that victory, he became a free agent and signed a six-year, $162 million contract with the Dodgers.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1929: Dodgers Franchise Record

In 1929 Johnny Frederick set the Dodgers franchise record that Freddie Freeman broke.

1954: Braves' Rookies Finish Third and Fourth

In 1954, Gene Conley and Hank Aaron finished third and fourth in Rookie of the Year balloting for the Milwaukee Braves, the only other time two Braves finished in the top five.

1954: Hank Aaron Reaches 50 RBIs

In 1954, Hank Aaron achieved the feat of being the last Braves rookie to reach 50 RBIs by July 18, which was matched by Freddie Freeman in 2011.

1960: Bobby Richardson's Record

In 1960, Bobby Richardson set the World Series record that Freddie Freeman would later tie.

September 12, 1989: Frederick Charles Freeman Born

On September 12, 1989, Frederick Charles Freeman, a Canadian-American professional baseball player, was born.

1989: Cubs' Rookies Finish First and Second

In 1989, Jerome Walton and Dwight Smith of the Chicago Cubs finished first and second in Rookie of the Year balloting, the same as Freeman and Kimbrel in 2011.

1999: Chipper Jones Wins NL MVP

In 1999, Chipper Jones was the last Braves player to win the NL MVP award until Freddie Freeman won it in 2020.

2004: Dodgers First 200 Hit Season

In 2004, Adrian Beltre achieved the milestone that Freddie Freeman achieved with the Dodgers.

2005: Andruw Jones Wins Hank Aaron Award

In 2005, Andruw Jones became the first player in franchise history to win the Hank Aaron Award, a distinction Freddie Freeman later achieved in 2020.

2005: World Youth Baseball Championship Silver Medal

In 2005, as a high schooler, Freddie Freeman played with the United States national baseball team at the World Youth Baseball Championship in Mexico, where they earned the silver medal.

2007: Drafted by Atlanta Braves

In 2007, Freddie Freeman was selected by the Atlanta Braves in the second round, with the 78th overall pick, of the MLB draft, and signed with the team for $409,500. He then made his professional debut with the Gulf Coast Braves.

2007: High School Senior Year

In 2007, during his senior year at El Modena High School, Freddie Freeman had a .417 batting average and a 6-1 win-loss record as a pitcher. He was also named the Orange County Register's 2007 player of the year.

2008: Plays for Rome Braves

In 2008, Freddie Freeman played for the Rome Braves of the Class A South Atlantic League.

August 2009: Wrist Injury

In August 2009, Freddie Freeman suffered a wrist injury while playing baseball.

2009: Braves' Fifth-Best Prospect

In 2009, Freddie Freeman was named the Atlanta Braves' fifth-best prospect, according to Baseball America, before the season.

September 1, 2010: Called Up to the Braves

On September 1, 2010, Freddie Freeman was called up to the Atlanta Braves as part of the team's September call-ups and made his MLB debut that day.

September 5, 2010: First MLB Hit

On September 5, 2010, Freddie Freeman got his first career MLB hit off of Clay Hensley, who was a pitcher for the Florida Marlins.

September 21, 2010: First MLB Home Run

On September 21, 2010, Freddie Freeman hit his first MLB home run off Roy Halladay, who was a pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies.

2010: MLB Debut with Atlanta Braves

In 2010, Freddie Freeman made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Atlanta Braves.

2010: Fewest Games Since 2010

In 2010, Freddie Freeman played in 117 games which was his lowest since 2010. Despite the fewer games played, he still finished the season batting .307 with 28 home runs and 71 RBIs.

2010: Begins Season with Gwinnett Braves

In 2010, Freddie Freeman started the season with the Gwinnett Braves of the Class AAA International League.

July 4, 2011: First Multi-Home Run Game

On July 4, 2011, Freddie Freeman hit two home runs against the Colorado Rockies, marking his first multi-home run game.

2011: Solid Performance in 2011 Season

In 2011, Freddie Freeman finished the year with a .282 batting average, 32 doubles, 21 home runs, and 76 RBI in 157 games played.

2012: Vision Problems

In 2012, Freddie Freeman began experiencing vision problems that were later corrected with LASIK surgery in 2017.

2012: NL-Leading Sacrifice Flies

In 2012, Freddie Freeman led the National League with nine sacrifice flies. He also batted .259 with 33 doubles, 23 home runs, and 94 RBI in 147 games played.

2013: All-Star Game Final Vote Winner

In 2013, Freddie Freeman was selected as a finalist for the MLB All-Star Game Final Vote and won with 19.7 million fan votes. He finished the season with a .319 batting average, 23 home runs, and 109 RBI, finishing fifth in MVP voting.

February 4, 2014: Eight-Year Contract Extension

On February 4, 2014, Freddie Freeman agreed to an eight-year, $135 million contract extension with the Atlanta Braves.

June 27, 2014: Home Run Caught by Broadcaster Tom McCarthy

On June 27, 2014, during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Freddie Freeman hit a three-run homer off Kyle Kendrick, which was caught by broadcaster Tom McCarthy.

2014: Rescued by Chipper Jones during Winter Storm

During a 2014 winter storm, Freddie Freeman was rescued from a traffic jam by former teammate Chipper Jones on his ATV.

2014: Marriage to Chelsea Goff

In 2014, Freddie Freeman married Chelsea Goff.

2014: John Coppolella Takes Over Transactions

In the 2014 offseason, General Manager John Coppolella became responsible for the Braves' transactions, initiating a team rebuild.

June 17, 2015: Day-to-Day with Wrist Injury

On June 17, 2015, Freddie Freeman was listed as day-to-day due to a right wrist injury sustained in a game against the New York Mets on June 13.

2015: Lowest Batting Average Since 2015 Season

Freddie Freeman's .282 batting average in 2024 was his lowest since the 2015 season.

2015: John Coppolella Continues as General Manager

In the 2015 offseason, John Coppolella continued as the General Manager, repeatedly stating that he would not trade Freddie Freeman.

January 2016: "Chipper Rescues Freddie" Bobblehead Night

In January 2016, the Atlanta Braves announced a "Chipper Rescues Freddie" bobblehead night as a promotional event for the following season.

2016: First Career Cycle

In 2016, on June 15, Freddie Freeman hit his first career cycle in a 9-8 victory against the Cincinnati Reds. He finished the 2016 season playing 158 games with a .302 batting average, 43 doubles, 34 home runs, and 91 RBI.

June 2017: Offers to Play Third Base

In June 2017, while recovering from a hand injury, Freddie Freeman offered to play third base upon his return, due to Matt Adams' strong performance at first base.

October 2017: LASIK Surgery

In October 2017, Freddie Freeman underwent LASIK surgery to correct vision problems.

2017: World Baseball Classic with Team Canada

In 2017, Freddie Freeman represented Canada in the World Baseball Classic, hitting .182 with two hits and three strikeouts.

2018: All-Star Game and Home Run Derby

In 2018, Freddie Freeman was selected to his third All-Star game as the National League's starting first baseman and accepted an invitation to participate in the Home Run Derby.

2018: Gold Glove Award

In 2018, Freddie Freeman won a Gold Glove Award.

2018: Gold Glove and Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award

In 2018, Freddie Freeman won the Gold Glove Award for first base in the National League along with Anthony Rizzo of the Chicago Cubs. He also received the Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award and finished fourth in the National League Most Valuable Player award voting.

2019: Silver Slugger Award and Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award

In 2019, Freddie Freeman batted .295/.389/.549 with 38 home runs and 121 RBIs. He, along with teammates Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies, won the National League Silver Slugger Awards. He also won the Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award for the second consecutive season.

2019: All-Star Starter

In 2019, Freddie Freeman was selected as the National League starter at first base in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game. It was his second consecutive start and fourth All-Star Game selection overall.

2019: Silver Slugger Award

In 2019, Freddie Freeman won a Silver Slugger Award.

July 2020: Tests Positive for COVID-19

In July 2020, Freddie Freeman tested positive for COVID-19 and experienced symptoms such as loss of smell and a high fever.

2020: Silver Slugger Award and National League MVP

In 2020, Freddie Freeman won a Silver Slugger Award and was named the National League's Most Valuable Player (MVP).

2020: Award-Winning Season

In 2020, Freddie Freeman won a second Silver Slugger Award and was named the NL MVP. He was also voted the Baseball Digest MLB Player of the Year, Baseball America Player of the Year, MLBPA Player's Choice Player of the Year, and MLBPA Player's Choice NL Outstanding Player.

October 12, 2021: Game-winning Home Run in NLDS

On October 12, 2021, Freddie Freeman hit a game-winning solo home run in the bottom of the eighth inning of a tied National League Division Series game four against the Milwaukee Brewers, allowing the Braves to advance to the National League Championship Series.

2021: Silver Slugger Award

In 2021, Freddie Freeman was awarded the Silver Slugger Award.

2021: Braves win World Series, Freeman Enters Free Agency

In 2021, the Atlanta Braves won the World Series. After the victory, Freddie Freeman entered free agency and eventually signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2021: World Series Champion and Awards

In 2021, the Braves defeated the Houston Astros in six games in the World Series, making Freddie Freeman a World Series champion. He also received his third consecutive Silver Slugger Award and his first Babe Ruth Award at the end of the season.

2021: Contract Negotiations and Free Agency

In 2021, the last year of Freeman's contract with the Braves, he declined their qualifying offer and became a free agent. Contract negotiations stalled, and the Braves ultimately traded for Matt Olson, effectively ending Freeman's tenure with the team.

March 18, 2022: Signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers

On March 18, 2022, Freddie Freeman signed a six-year, $162 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, returning to Southern California.

April 8, 2022: Dodgers Debut

On April 8, 2022, Freddie Freeman made his debut for the Dodgers, batting second and going 1-3 with a walk against the Colorado Rockies.

April 18, 2022: Silver Slugger Award Presentation and First Home Run as a Dodger

On April 18, 2022, before a game against the Atlanta Braves, Freddie Freeman was presented with his 2021 Silver Slugger Award. In the game, he hit his first home run as a Dodger against his former team.

2022: MLB Leading Performance

In 2022, Freddie Freeman led MLB with 199 hits and 47 doubles. His batting average was second in the National League at .325, with 21 home runs and 100 RBI.

May 18, 2023: 300th Career Home Run

On May 18, 2023, Freddie Freeman hit his 300th career home run, a grand slam off of Génesis Cabrera of the St. Louis Cardinals.

2023: World Baseball Classic with Team Canada

In the 2023 World Baseball Classic, Freddie Freeman again represented the Canadian national team, slashing .200/.273/.200. Canada finished third in Pool C.

May 20, 2024: Grand Slam Against Diamondbacks

On May 20, 2024, Freddie Freeman hit his sixth career grand slam against pitcher Slade Cecconi of the Arizona Diamondbacks.

2024: World Series MVP

In 2024, Freddie Freeman won the World Series MVP after setting a record for consecutive World Series games with a home run, including the first walk-off grand slam in World Series history.