History of Jackson Holliday in Timeline

Jackson Holliday is an American professional baseball infielder currently playing for the Baltimore Orioles in MLB. Drafted first overall by the Orioles in 2022, he debuted in the major leagues in 2024. Notably, he is the son of former MLB All-Star Matt Holliday, following in his father's footsteps into professional baseball.

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December 4, 2003: Jackson Holliday Born

On December 4, 2003, Jackson Matthew Holliday was born. He is the son of former MLB All-Star Matt Holliday.

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2010: Previous Record

In 2010, J. T. Realmuto had set the previous record of 88 hits in a season, before Holliday broke the record in 2022.

2021: Junior Year Success

During his junior year in 2021, Holliday had a .500 batting average with six home runs and 50 RBIs. He was named the Central Oklahoma Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Year and played in national events.

December 28, 2022: Engagement to Chloé Cox

On December 28, 2022, Jackson Holliday became engaged to his girlfriend, Chloé Cox.

2022: Professional Debut

In 2022, Holliday was selected by the Baltimore Orioles, signed for $8.19 million, and made his professional debut with the Rookie-level Florida Complex League Orioles on August 11. He was later promoted to the Delmarva Shorebirds.

2022: Drafted by the Orioles

In 2022, Jackson Holliday was selected first overall by the Baltimore Orioles in the MLB draft.

2022: Record-Breaking Season

In 2022, during his senior year, Holliday set a national record for hits in a season with 89, surpassing J. T. Realmuto's previous record. He batted .685 with 17 home runs and was named Oklahoma Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year.

2023: Minor League Player of the Year

In 2023, Holliday began the season with the Shorebirds and was promoted twice, eventually reaching the Triple-A Norfolk Tides. Following the season, he was named the Baseball America Minor League Player of the Year.