History of Gunnar Henderson in Timeline

Gunnar Henderson is an American professional baseball player, primarily a shortstop and third baseman, currently playing for the Baltimore Orioles in MLB. He debuted in 2022 and quickly achieved recognition, winning the American League Rookie of the Year Award and a Silver Slugger Award in 2023. His performance led to being named an All-Star in 2024, solidifying his position as a key player for the Orioles.

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June 29, 2001: Gunnar Henderson's Birth

On June 29, 2001, Gunnar Randal Henderson was born. He is an American professional baseball player.

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2019: Drafted by the Baltimore Orioles

In 2019, Gunnar Henderson was selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the second round of the Major League Baseball draft with the 42nd overall pick and signed with the club for a $2.3 million signing bonus and was assigned to the rookie-level Gulf Coast League Orioles.

2019: Alabama Player of the Year

In 2019, as a senior, Gunnar Henderson was named the Alabama Player of the Year after batting .559 with significant stats. He was also named the Alabama Independent School Association Player of the Year in basketball.

2020: Orioles' Alternate Training Site

After the 2020 minor league season was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Gunnar Henderson was added to the Orioles' alternate training site midway through the Major League season and then took part in the team's fall Instructional League.

January 8, 2021: Jersey Retirement

On January 8, 2021, two years after his graduation, Gunnar Henderson's uniform number 2 was retired by the Morgan Academy baseball program.

2021: Minor League Season

In 2021, Gunnar Henderson was named the best overall athlete in the Orioles' minor league system and played for the Low-A Delmarva Shorebirds, High-A Aberdeen IronBirds, and Double-A Bowie Baysox.

June 28, 2022: Hitting for the Cycle

On June 28, 2022, Gunnar Henderson hit for the cycle in a game against the Gwinnett Stripers, winning the game 8-2.

August 31, 2022: MLB Debut with the Orioles

On August 31, 2022, Gunnar Henderson's contract was selected by the Orioles, and he was promoted to the active roster, making his debut against the Cleveland Guardians. His first major league hit was a home run off of Triston McKenzie.

2022: MLB Debut

In 2022, Gunnar Henderson made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut playing for the Baltimore Orioles.

June 11, 2023: Longest Home Run on Eutaw Street

On June 11, 2023, Gunnar Henderson hit a 462-foot home run against the Kansas City Royals, which was the farthest ever hit onto Eutaw Street at Camden Yards.

October 26, 2023: AL Rookie of the Year

On October 26, 2023, Gunnar Henderson was announced as The Sporting News' AL Rookie of the Year.

2023: Rookie of the Year and Silver Slugger Award

In 2023, Gunnar Henderson won the American League Rookie of the Year Award and a Silver Slugger Award.

2024: All-Star Selection

In 2024, Gunnar Henderson was named an All-Star.

2024: All-Star Game Selection and Career Highs

In 2024, Gunnar Henderson was selected to his first All-Star game. He finished the 2024 regular season with career highs in HRs, RBI, OPS, AVG, and stolen bases.