Julio Rodríguez's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Julio Rodríguez, known as "J-Rod", is a Dominican professional baseball center fielder for the Seattle Mariners, debuting in MLB in 2022. Signed as an international free agent in 2017, he quickly rose to prominence, earning the American League Rookie of the Year Award, a Silver Slugger Award, and an All-Star selection in his first season. Rodríguez has since achieved three All-Star appearances and secured two Silver Slugger Awards, marking him as a key player for the Mariners.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1900: Five Four-Hit Games

During a 10-game stretch in August 2023, Julio Rodríguez had 5 four-hit games, a feat that had not happened since 1900.

1901: Hit Record

From August 16 to 19, 2023, Rodríguez broke the MLB record for most hits in a four-game span with 17, the most since at least 1901.

1921: Four-Hit Games in August

In August 2023, Julio Rodríguez had 5 four-hit games; only Ty Cobb, with 6 such games in 1921, had more in a month.

1997: 28 Hits in 10 Games

In August 2023, Julio had 28 hits in 10 games, a number not reached since Kenny Lofton in 1997.

2001: Mariners' Playoff Appearance

Julio Rodríguez led the Mariners to their first postseason appearance since 2001, ending the longest active playoff drought amongst major North American sports leagues at the time.

August 2021: Top Prospect Ranking

In August 2021, Julio Rodríguez was ranked as the best Mariners prospect and the second-best prospect in baseball by MLB.com.

2021: Olympics

In 2021, Julio Rodríguez performed well at the Olympics in Tokyo, hitting .417 with a 1.069 OPS. He helped the Dominican Republic win their first medal in baseball, a bronze.

2022: Silver Slugger and Rookie of the Year

In 2022, Julio Rodríguez batted .284/.345/.509 with notable statistics, led AL outfielders in range factor per game and errors, won the Silver Slugger Award, and was named AL Rookie of the Year.

2022: All-Star and 20-20 Club

In 2022, Julio Rodríguez was selected for the MLB All-Star Game, participated in the Home Run Derby, and achieved 20 home runs and 20 steals, making him the sixth Mariner to join the 20-20 club and the fourth in MLB history to do so in his debut season. He also joined the 25-25 club in his debut season.

April 7, 2023: Tiebreaking Home Run and Record

On April 7, 2023, Julio Rodríguez hit a tiebreaking two-run home run against the Cleveland Guardians, becoming the fastest player in Mariners history to reach 30 home runs in 140 games.

2023: Second Silver Slugger Award

In 2023, Julio Rodríguez batted .275/.333/.485 with 32 home runs. He led the AL with 29 infield hits, was second with 180 hits, second with 37 stolen bases, third with 103 RBIs, and tied for third with 175 strikeouts. He won his second consecutive Silver Slugger Award and was a finalist for the AL Gold Glove Award in center field. He finished fourth place in AL Most Valuable Player voting.

2024: 20-20 seasons

In 2024, Julio Rodríguez and Bobby Witt Jr. became the first two players to have 20 home runs and 20 steals in the first three seasons of their MLB career. He batted .273/.325/.409 with 20 home runs and 24 stolen bases.