Harrison Bader's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Harrison Bader, nicknamed "Tots", is an American professional baseball center fielder currently playing for the Minnesota Twins in MLB. Previously, he played for the St. Louis Cardinals, New York Yankees, Cincinnati Reds, and New York Mets. Bader is recognized as a skilled defensive player known for his speed and athleticism in center field.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1985: First Inside-the-Park Home Run Since 1985

On May 10, 2022, Harrison Bader hit an inside-the-park home run which was the first by a Cardinal since Vince Coleman in 1985.

1987: Best Zone Rating Since 1987

In 2019, Harrison Bader had a .956 zone rating, which was the highest by a Cardinals outfielder since the category was first tracked in 1987.

2000: Won Gold Glove Since 2000

In 2021, Harrison Bader won the Gold Glove Award in center field, and was the first Cardinals center fielder to win a Gold Glove since Jim Edmonds in 2000-05.

2003: Most Double Plays Since 2003

In 2019, Harrison Bader led National League outfielders with four double plays, the most by a Cardinals outfielder since Jim Edmonds had five in 2003.

2009: Most Hits Since 2009

In 2018, Harrison Bader recorded 100 hits which were the most since Colby Rasmus in 2009

2012: High School Senior Accolades

In 2012, as a senior at Horace Mann School, Harrison Bader batted .500 with a .783 slugging percentage and was named first-team all-region, first-team all-state, first-team all-city, and to the 2012 Rawlings Northeast All-Region First Team.

2014: Most Stolen Bases Since 2014

In 2018, Harrison Bader's 15 stolen bases as a rookie were the most by a Cardinal since Kolten Wong in 2014.

2015: College World Series and All-American Honors

In 2015, as a junior, Harrison Bader was named to the All-Tournament Team in the 2015 College World Series. He was also named a second-team All-American by Perfect Game, and a third-team All-American by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA).

2017: Minor League Player of the Year

In 2017, Harrison Bader played with Memphis, earning recognition as the Cardinals' Minor League Player of the Year.

2018: All-Star Rookie Team and Rookie of the Year Nomination

In 2018, Harrison Bader was named to the Baseball America and Topps All-Star Rookie Teams. He also came in 6th in the voting for NL Rookie of the Year.

2019: Regular Season Performance

In 2019, Harrison Bader finished the regular season with a .205 batting average, 12 home runs, 39 RBIs, 11 stolen bases, and 13 hit by pitches over 128 games. He was also one of eight major league players to record double-digit totals in home runs, stolen bases, and hit by pitches.

2019: Defensive Excellence

In 2019, Harrison Bader led National League outfielders with four double plays, and his .956 zone rating was the highest by a Cardinals outfielder since the category was first tracked in 1987. He was also nominated for a Rawlings Gold Glove.