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 professional baseball first baseman currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers. He debuted in MLB in 2010 with the Atlanta Braves, where he played for 12 seasons and won the 2021 World Series. Following the World Series win, Freeman 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

1954: Braves Rookies in Top Five

In 1954, Gene Conley was voted third-best rookie of the season and Hank Aaron came in fourth. That was the only other time two Braves finished in the top five.

1954: Braves Rookie Reaches 50 RBIs

In 1954, Hank Aaron reached 50 RBIs by July 18. Freeman was the first Braves rookie to reach 50 RBIs by July 18 since Hank Aaron accomplished this feat in 1954.

1989: Teammates Finishing First and Second

In 1989, the Chicago Cubs' Jerome Walton and Dwight Smith came in first and second. Kimbrel and Freeman were the first teammates to finish first and second since 1989.

1999: Braves Player Wins NL MVP Award

In 1999, Chipper Jones won the National League MVP Award. Freeman won in 2020 and became the first Braves player to win the award since Chipper Jones in 1999.

2005: Hank Aaron Award

In 2005, Andruw Jones won the Hank Aaron Award. Freeman won the 2020 NL Hank Aaron Award and became the second player in franchise history to win the award, following Andruw Jones in 2005.

2007: Player of the Year and College Commitment

In 2007, as a senior at El Modena High School, Freeman was named the Orange County Register's player of the year due to his outstanding performance. He also signed a letter of intent with California State University, Fullerton to play baseball.

2009: Ranked as Braves' Fifth-Best Prospect

In 2009, before the season began, Freeman was recognized as the Braves' fifth-best prospect by Baseball America, highlighting his potential for future success.

September 5, 2010: First Career MLB Hit

On September 5, 2010, Freeman recorded his first career Major League Baseball (MLB) hit off Florida Marlins pitcher Clay Hensley, marking a milestone in his career.

September 21, 2010: First MLB Home Run

On September 21, 2010, Freeman hit his first Major League Baseball (MLB) home run off Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Roy Halladay, achieving a significant milestone in his career.

July 4, 2011: First Multi-Home Run Game

On July 4, 2011, Freeman hit two home runs against the Colorado Rockies, marking his first multi-home run game in his Major League Baseball (MLB) career.

2011: Successful First Full Season

In 2011, Freeman finished the year with a .282 batting average, 32 doubles, 21 home runs, and 76 RBI in 157 games, establishing himself as a key player for the Braves.

2012: NL-Leading Sacrifice Flies

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

2013: All-Star Finalist and MVP Voting

In 2013, Freeman was selected as a finalist for the Major League Baseball All-Star Game Final Vote and won with a record-setting total of 19.7 million fan votes. He finished fifth in the National League Most Valuable Player award voting.

2016: First Career Cycle and Player of the Month

In 2016, Freeman hit his first career cycle in a game against the Cincinnati Reds. He was later named National League Player of the Month for September.

2018: Gold Glove Award

In 2018, Freeman won a Gold Glove Award, recognizing his defensive skills at first base.

2018: Gold Glove and Defensive Player of the Year Awards

In 2018, Freeman won the Gold Glove Award for first base and the Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award. He also finished fourth in the National League MVP voting.

2019: All-Star Selection

In 2019, Freeman was selected as the National League starter at first base for the Major League Baseball All-Star Game, marking his fourth All-Star Game selection overall.

2019: Silver Slugger Award

In 2019, Freeman won a Silver Slugger Award, highlighting his offensive performance as a hitter.

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

In 2019, 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. He batted .295 with 38 home runs and 121 RBIs.

2020: National League MVP Award

In 2020, Freeman was named the National League's Most Valuable Player, recognizing his overall contribution to the team and league.

2020: Silver Slugger Award and NL MVP

In 2020, Freeman won a Silver Slugger Award and was named the National League (NL) MVP, becoming the first Braves player to win the award since Chipper Jones in 1999. Freeman 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.

2021: Silver Slugger Award

In 2021, Freeman won a Silver Slugger Award, highlighting his offensive performance as a hitter.

2021: Braves Win World Series and Freeman Enters Free Agency

In 2021, the Atlanta Braves won the World Series. After the victory, Freeman entered free agency, seeking a new contract.

May 18, 2023: Freeman hits 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, Freeman won 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.