Kris Bryant's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Kris Bryant, nicknamed "KB", is an American professional baseball third baseman and outfielder currently playing for the Colorado Rockies in MLB. He previously played for the Chicago Cubs and the San Francisco Giants. Bryant played college baseball at the University of San Diego for the Toreros before beginning his professional career.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1945: First time since 1945

In 2016, the Cubs won the National League pennant for the first time since 1945.

1945: Second Player in Major League History

On August 18, 2016, Kris Bryant became the second player in major league history to record five hits and five RBIs in two games in one season, joining 1945 MVP Phil Cavarretta of the Cubs.

1961: Second Cubs rookie to hit two grand slams

In a July 4 game against the Miami Marlins, Bryant hit his second grand slam of the season off Jarred Cosart. This made him the second Cubs rookie to hit two grand slams since Billy Williams in 1961.

1961: Tied Williams for the Cubs' franchise single-season RBI record

On September 6, 2015, Kris Bryant tied Williams(1961) and Geovany Soto(2008), for the Cubs' franchise single-season RBI record for rookies with 86.

1975: Fred Lynn wins Rookie of the Year and MVP

In 1975, Fred Lynn was the first player in MLB history to win Rookie of the Year and MVP within his first two seasons. Kris Bryant would later join him in this accomplishment.

1982: Cal Ripken Jr.'s Rookie of the Year and MVP seasons

In 1982-1983, Cal Ripken Jr. won Rookie of the Year and MVP within his first two seasons, a feat that Kris Bryant would later emulate.

2001: Ichiro Suzuki wins Rookie of the Year and MVP

In 2001, Ichiro Suzuki won Rookie of the Year and MVP within his first two seasons, an accomplishment later matched by Kris Bryant.

2001: Most RBIs for a rookie since Albert Pujols

In 2015, Bryant's 99 RBIs were the most for a rookie since Albert Pujols's 130 for the St. Louis Cardinals in 2001.

2005: Ryan Howard wins Rookie of the Year and MVP

In 2005-2006, Ryan Howard won Rookie of the Year and MVP within his first two seasons, a milestone Kris Bryant later achieved.

2007: Dustin Pedroia wins Rookie of the Year and MVP

In 2007-2008, Dustin Pedroia won Rookie of the Year and MVP within his first two seasons, a feat that Kris Bryant later accomplished.

2008: Ryan Howard's Previous Arbitration Record

In 2008, Ryan Howard previously held the record for a player in his first year of salary arbitration with a $10 million contract. Bryant broke this record in 2018.

2008: First Cub to earn Sporting News Rookie of the Year Award since Soto

In 2015, Kris Bryant became the first Cub to earn the Sporting News Rookie of the Year Award for the National League since Geovany Soto in 2008.

2008: Tied Soto for the Cubs' franchise single-season RBI record

On September 6, 2015, Kris Bryant tied Williams(1961) and Geovany Soto(2008), for the Cubs' franchise single-season RBI record for rookies with 86.

2010: All-USA baseball first-team

In 2010, USA Today named Kris Bryant to their All-USA baseball first-team. The Toronto Blue Jays selected him in the 18th round of the 2010 Major League Baseball draft, but he did not sign.

2011: Named Freshman All-American

In 2011, as a freshman at the University of San Diego, Kris Bryant was named a freshman All-American by Louisville Slugger and the West Coast Conference (WCC) Co-Freshman of the Year and Co-Player of the Year.

2012: Named an All-American

In 2012, Kris Bryant was named an All-American for his performance in college baseball.

2012: Named First Team All-WCC and All-American

In 2012, as a sophomore, Kris Bryant was named first team All-WCC and a first-team All-American by Baseball America. He was also selected by USA Baseball to play for the United States collegiate national team that summer.

2013: Dick Howser Trophy and Golden Spikes Award

In 2013, Kris Bryant won the Dick Howser Trophy and the Golden Spikes Award. The Cubs also selected him with the second overall selection in the 2013 MLB draft.

2013: Won Golden Spikes Award and Dick Howser Trophy

In the 2013 season as a junior, Kris Bryant won the Golden Spikes Award and the Dick Howser Trophy. He was also named a Louisville Slugger First Team All-American, the Collegiate Baseball Player of the Year, and the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) Player of the Year.

2014: Minor League Player of the Year

In 2014, Kris Bryant was named the USA Today Minor League Player of the Year Award and Baseball America Minor League Player of the Year Award.

2014: Mike Trout's previous record salary

In 2014, Mike Trout of the Los Angeles Angels held the previous record for a pre-arbitration player salary at $1 million. Kris Bryant surpassed this record in 2017.

2015: Ranked Top Prospect

In 2015, Baseball America named Kris Bryant the No. 1 prospect.

2015: Donation to Wounded Warrior Project

In 2015, Bryant was awarded 2015 NL Outstanding Rookie from the Player Choice Awards. He chose to send the $20,000 from the Major League Baseball Players Trust to the Wounded Warrior Project.

2015: MLB Debut and Rookie of the Year

In 2015, Kris Bryant made his major league debut, was named an MLB All-Star, and won the National League's (NL) Rookie of the Year Award.

2015: Rookie of the Year Awards

In 2015, Kris Bryant was named the Baseball America Rookie of the Year, "Esurance MLB Awards" Best Rookie, Sporting News Rookie of the Year Award for the National League, and Jackie Robinson National League Rookie of the Year Award. He was also named as the "Players Choice Awards" National League Outstanding Rookie.

2015: Longest Home Run of the Season

On September 6, 2015, Kris Bryant hit a 495-foot home run, the longest of the 2015 MLB season. He also tied and broke the Cubs' franchise single-season RBI record for rookies.

June 27, 2016: Three home runs and two doubles in the same game

On June 27, 2016, Kris Bryant became the first MLB player in modern history to hit three home runs and two doubles in the same game.

2016: National League MVP Award

In 2016, Bryant won the National League Most Valuable Player Award (MVP), becoming the first player to win a Golden Spikes Award, a Baseball America Minor League Player of the Year Award, a Rookie of the Year Award, and a Most Valuable Player Award in successive seasons. He also won the Hank Aaron Award.

2016: World Series Champion

In 2016, Kris Bryant and the Cubs won the World Series, ending a 108-year drought. Bryant fielded the last ball of the season.

2016: All-Star, World Series Champion, and MVP

In 2016, Kris Bryant was named an All-Star, won a World Series championship with the Cubs, and was named the NL's Most Valuable Player.

2018: $10.85 Million Salary Agreement

In 2018, Bryant agreed to a $10.85 million salary with the Cubs, breaking the record for a player in his first year of salary arbitration. On May 9, Bryant hit his 100th home run against the Miami Marlins. On June 26, he was placed on the disabled list for the first time in his MLB career due to left shoulder inflammation. He went back on the disabled list on July 26 due to inflammation on the same shoulder.

2019: End of Season Stats

In 2019, Bryant finished the season with a .282 batting average, 31 home runs, 77 RBIs, and 108 runs scored. He also had the lowest fielding percentage among major league third basemen at .947.