Freddie Freeman's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Freddie Freeman. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

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 and spent 12 seasons there. Freeman played a crucial role in the Braves' 2021 World Series victory. Following that win, he became a free agent and subsequently signed a six-year, $162 million contract with the Dodgers.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1929: Johnny Frederick's Doubles Record

In 1929, Johnny Frederick set a doubles record with the Brooklyn Robins.

1954: Comparison to Hank Aaron's Rookie Season

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

2004: Dodgers First 200-hit season since Beltré

In 2004, Adrián Beltré became the first Dodger since 2004 to record 200 hits in a season.

2005: U15 Baseball World Cup Silver Medal

In 2005, Freddie Freeman played with the United States national under-15 team at the U15 Baseball World Cup in Mexico, where they earned the silver medal.

2007: Senior Year Achievements and College Commitment

In 2007, during his senior year at El Modena High School, Freddie Freeman achieved a .417 batting average and a 6–1 win–loss record as a pitcher. The Orange County Register recognized him as its 2007 player of the year. He also signed a letter of intent with California State University, Fullerton.

2009: Ranked as Braves' Fifth-Best Prospect

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

2013: All-Star Game Final Vote Win and Season Performance

In 2013, Freddie Freeman was selected as a finalist for the 2013 Major League Baseball All-Star Game Final Vote and won with a record-setting total of 19.7 million fan votes. He finished the 2013 season with a .319 batting average, along with 23 home runs and 109 RBI in 147 games played.

2016: First Career Cycle and Player of the Week Award

In 2016, on June 15, Freddie Freeman hit his first career cycle in a 9–8 victory against the Cincinnati Reds and was named National League Player of the Week soon after that performance.

2018: All-Star Game and Home Run Derby Invitation

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 2018 Home Run Derby.

2018: Gold Glove Award

In 2018, Freddie Freeman won a Gold Glove Award.

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

In 2018, Freddie Freeman won the Gold Glove for first base in the National League, the 2018 Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award and finished fourth in the National League Most Valuable Player award voting.

2019: All-Star Game Selection

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

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

In 2019, Freddie Freeman won the National League Silver Slugger Award for first base and the Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award for the second consecutive season.

2019: Silver Slugger Award

In 2019, Freddie Freeman won the Silver Slugger Award.

2020: Second Silver Slugger Award and NL MVP

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

2020: Silver Slugger Award and National League MVP

In 2020, Freddie Freeman won the Silver Slugger Award and the National League's Most Valuable Player Award.

2021: All-Star Game Selection and Cycle Hit

In 2021, Freddie Freeman was named the National League's starting first baseman for the All-Star Game. On August 18, he hit for the cycle against the Marlins. He finished the 2021 season with a .300 batting average, a .896 OPS, and 31 home runs. On October 12, he hit the game-winning solo home run in the NLDS game four against the Milwaukee Brewers.

2021: Silver Slugger Award Presentation

In 2021, Freddie Freeman was presented with his Silver Slugger Award before a game between the Dodgers and Braves on April 18, 2022. Braves manager Brian Snitker and hitting coach Kevin Seitzer were present for the ceremony.

2021: Silver Slugger Award

In 2021, Freddie Freeman won the Silver Slugger Award.

2021: World Series Win and Dodgers Contract

In 2021, Freddie Freeman won the World Series with the Atlanta Braves over the Houston Astros. Following this win, he entered free agency and subsequently signed a six-year, $162 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2022: All-Star Selection and Season Performance

In 2022, Freddie Freeman was named an All-Star on July 17, replacing Starling Marte. He led MLB with 199 hits and 47 doubles, had a .325 batting average, 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.

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.

2025: 350th Career Home Run and All-Star Selection

In 2025, Freddie Freeman hit his 350th career home run off Sandy Alcántara on May 5. On June 28, Freeman recorded his 4,000th career total base on a home run against the Kansas City Royals. Fans selected him to start the All-Star Game, his fifth start.