History of Jackson Holliday in Timeline
"Jackson Matthew Holliday is a rising star in Major League Baseball (MLB) playing for the Baltimore Orioles. As the son of former MLB All-Star Matt Holliday, Jackson was drafted first overall by the Orioles in 2022 and debuted in the major leagues in 2024."
December 4, 2003: Birth
Jackson Matthew Holliday was born on December 4, 2003.
2010: Previous National Hit Record
J.T. Realmuto set the previous national hit record for an amateur player with 88 hits in 2010.
2021: High School Success and National Recognition
During his junior year at Stillwater High School, Holliday achieved a .500 batting average, six home runs, and 50 RBIs. He earned the title of Central Oklahoma Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Year and participated in prestigious events like the Perfect Game All-American Classic and USA Baseball's 18-and-under team.
December 28, 2022: Engagement
Jackson Holliday got engaged to his girlfriend, Chloé Cox, on December 28, 2022.
2022: Professional Debut
After being drafted, Holliday signed for $8.19 million, a record for a high school player. He debuted professionally on August 11 with the Florida Complex League Orioles, going 1-for-3 with a stolen base. He was promoted to the Delmarva Shorebirds in August. Across both teams, he batted .297 with one home run, nine RBIs, and four stolen bases in 20 games.
2022: Record-Breaking Senior Year
In 2022, Holliday continued to excel, hitting three home runs in a single game against Union High School and two home runs in one inning in another game. He finished the season with a .685 batting average, 17 home runs, 79 RBIs, 29 doubles, and 30 stolen bases. He set a national record with 89 hits, breaking J.T. Realmuto's record. He was named Oklahoma Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year, following in the footsteps of his father and uncle, and received an ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove.
2022: MLB Draft
Jackson Holliday was selected first overall by the Baltimore Orioles in the 2022 MLB draft.
2023: Breakout Minor League Season
Holliday started 2023 with the Shorebirds, hitting .396/.522/.660. He quickly progressed through the High-A Aberdeen IronBirds and Double-A Bowie Baysox. His combined performance was impressive, with a slash line of .314/.452/.488 for the Ironbirds and .338/.421/.507 for the Baysox. He was promoted to the Triple-A Norfolk Tides in September, ending the year with a .267/.396/.400 batting average. His achievements earned him the title of Baseball America Minor League Player of the Year.
January 6, 2024: Marriage
Jackson Holliday and Chloé Cox were married on January 6, 2024.
April 10, 2024: Major League Debut
Holliday's contract was selected by the Orioles, and he was promoted to the major leagues on April 10, 2024. He debuted that night against the Boston Red Sox, wearing the no. 7 uniform. He recorded his first MLB hit in a game against the Milwaukee Brewers and scored the go-ahead run in the same game. After a brief stint, he was optioned back to Norfolk on April 26.
2024: Continued Minor League Success and MLB Spring Training
Holliday began 2024 with the Norfolk Tides, maintaining a .333/.482/.595 batting average. He was invited to spring training as a non-roster player, showcasing his talent on a larger stage.
2024: MLB Debut
Jackson Holliday made his MLB debut with the Baltimore Orioles in 2024.