Career Timeline of Garrett Hampson: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Garrett Hampson made an impact.

Garrett Hampson is a utility player in Major League Baseball, currently with the St. Louis Cardinals. Drafted by the Colorado Rockies in 2016, he debuted in MLB with them in 2018. Before joining the Cardinals, Hampson played for the Rockies, Miami Marlins, Kansas City Royals, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Cincinnati Reds, showcasing his versatility across multiple teams.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2013: Drafted by Washington Nationals

In 2013, Garrett Hampson was drafted by the Washington Nationals in the 26th round of the Major League Baseball draft, but he chose to play college baseball at Long Beach State University instead.

2015: Collegiate Summer Baseball

After the 2015 season, Garrett Hampson played collegiate summer baseball with the Chatham Anglers of the Cape Cod Baseball League.

2016: Drafted by Colorado Rockies

In 2016, Garrett Hampson was drafted by the Colorado Rockies in the 3rd round of the Major League Baseball draft. He then played for the Low-A Boise Hawks.

2017: Played for High-A Lancaster JetHawks

In 2017, Garrett Hampson played for the High-A Lancaster JetHawks, posting a .326 batting average with eight home runs, 70 RBI and 51 stolen bases.

July 21, 2018: MLB Debut

On July 21, 2018, Garrett Hampson was called up to the major leagues and made his MLB debut. He finished his first season with a .275 batting average in 24 games.

2018: MLB Debut

In 2018, Garrett Hampson made his Major League Baseball debut with the Colorado Rockies.

2018: Promotion to Triple-A Albuquerque Isotopes

In 2018, Garrett Hampson started the season with the Double-A Hartford Yard Goats and was later promoted to the Triple-A Albuquerque Isotopes in May.

2019: Fastest Sprint Speed

In 2019, Garrett Hampson had the fastest sprint speed of all major league second basemen, at 30.1 feet/second. He played in 105 games for the Rockies.

2021: Tied for League Lead in Bunt Hits

In 2021, Garrett Hampson tied for the major league lead in bunt hits, with seven. He played in 147 games for the Colorado Rockies.

November 18, 2022: Non-Tendered by Colorado Rockies

On November 18, 2022, Garrett Hampson was non-tendered by the Colorado Rockies, making him a free agent.

December 18, 2022: Signed with Miami Marlins

On December 18, 2022, Garrett Hampson signed a minor league contract with the Miami Marlins organization.

March 15, 2023: Selected to 40-Man Roster

On March 15, 2023, Garrett Hampson was selected to the Miami Marlins' 40-man roster and was optioned to the Triple-A Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp to start the 2023 season.