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 with the Atlanta Braves in 2010 and played for them for 12 seasons, winning the 2021 World Series. Subsequently, he became a free agent and signed a six-year contract with the Dodgers.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2007: High School Senior Year

In 2007, as a senior at El Modena High School, Freddie Freeman had a .417 batting average and a 6-1 win-loss record as a pitcher. He was named the Orange County Register's 2007 player of the year and signed a letter of intent with California State University, Fullerton.

2009: Braves' Fifth-Best Prospect

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

2013: All-Star Game Final Vote Winner and Season Stats

In 2013, Freddie Freeman won the Major League Baseball All-Star Game Final Vote with a record-setting 19.7 million votes but couldn't play due to injury. He finished the season with a .319 batting average, 23 homers, and 109 RBIs in 147 games, placing fifth in the National League MVP voting.

2016: First Career Cycle and Player of the Week

In 2016, Freddie Freeman hit his first career cycle in a 9-8 victory against the Cincinnati Reds on June 15 and was named National League Player of the Week soon after. He also recorded his first 30-home run season in 2016, reaching that mark on September 13, shortly after claiming his second Player of the Week award of the season.

2018: Gold Glove Award

In 2018, Freddie Freeman won a Gold Glove Award.

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

In 2018, Freddie Freeman won the Gold Glove for first base in the National League and received the 2018 Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award. His teammates also won awards.

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

In 2019, Freddie Freeman batted .295/.389/.549 with 38 home runs and 121 RBIs. He also won the National League Silver Slugger Award 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: Silver Slugger and MVP Awards

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

2020: Awards and Accomplishments in 2020

In 2020, Freddie Freeman's outstanding offensive performance earned him a second Silver Slugger Award and the NL MVP title. He was also recognized as 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 received the National League Hank Aaron Award.

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 during game four of the National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. The home run broke a 4–4 tie and allowed the Braves to advance to the National League Championship Series.

2021: Silver Slugger Award

In 2021, Freddie Freeman won the Silver Slugger Award.

2021: World Series win and contract with the Dodgers

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

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

On April 18, 2022, Freddie Freeman was presented with his 2021 Silver Slugger Award before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium, with Braves manager Brian Snitker and hitting coach Kevin Seitzer attending. In the game, Freeman hit his first home run as a Dodger in his first career at-bat against his former team.

2024: World Series MVP

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