History of Jackson Holliday in Timeline

Jackson Holliday is a professional baseball infielder currently playing for the Baltimore Orioles. Drafted first overall by the Orioles in 2022, he made his MLB debut in 2024. Notably, he is the son of former MLB All-Star Matt Holliday, adding to his pedigree in the sport. He is an American professional baseball infielder.

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December 4, 2003: Jackson Holliday's Birth

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 set the previous record of 88 hits in a season for an amateur player. In 2022, Jackson Holliday broke Realmuto's record with 89 hits.

2021: Named Conference Defensive Player of the Year

In 2021, as a junior, Jackson Holliday had a .500 batting average with six home runs and 50 runs batted in. He was named the Central Oklahoma Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Year, and also played in various national events including the Perfect Game All-American Classic at Petco Park. He was also named to USA Baseball's 18-and-under team.

December 28, 2022: Engagement

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

2022: Record Breaking Season and Player of the Year Award

In 2022, Holliday finished his senior season batting .685 with 17 home runs and set a national record for hits in a season for an amateur player with 89. He was named the Oklahoma Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year and awarded an ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove.

2022: Drafted and Professional Debut

In 2022, Jackson Holliday was selected first overall by the Baltimore Orioles in the Major League Baseball draft and signed for $8.19 million. He made his professional debut on August 11 with the Rookie-level Florida Complex League Orioles.

2023: Minor League Player of the Year

In 2023, Jackson 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.

April 10, 2024: MLB Promotion

On April 10, 2024, Jackson Holliday was promoted to the major leagues by the Baltimore Orioles and made his debut against the Boston Red Sox. He was later optioned back to Norfolk on April 26.