Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Kyle Schwarber

Discover the career path of Kyle Schwarber, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Kyle Schwarber is an American professional baseball player, primarily a left fielder and designated hitter. He has played in MLB for the Chicago Cubs, Washington Nationals, Boston Red Sox, and Philadelphia Phillies, and represents the United States internationally. Currently a free agent, Schwarber is known for his power hitting and has been a valuable offensive asset for the teams he has played for.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1968: Howard's Home Run Record

Kyle Schwarber and Frank Howard during the 1968 Washington Senators season are the only two MLB players to hit 11 home runs in 9 games.

2009: Phillies reach the World Series

In 2009, the Phillies reached their first World Series since 2009 after Schwarber helped the team defeat the Padres in five games. In the first game of the National League Championship Series, Schwarber hit a 488 feet (149 m) home run at Petco Park.

2012: Played for Wareham Gatemen

In the 2012 college offseason, Kyle Schwarber played for the Wareham Gatemen of the Cape Cod Baseball League (CCBL). After winning the league championship with the Gatemen, Schwarber was awarded the playoff's most valuable player award.

2014: Drafted by the Cubs

In 2014, Kyle Schwarber was drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the first round of the MLB draft.

June 16, 2015: Major League Debut

On June 16, 2015, Kyle Schwarber was promoted to the major leagues by the Cubs and made his major league debut as a position player, replacing Miguel Montero. The following night, he got four hits in five at bats with two RBI.

July 2015: All-Star Futures Game MVP

In July 2015, Kyle Schwarber played in the All-Star Futures Game, where he was named the MVP of the game after hitting a go-ahead two-run triple for Team USA.

July 16, 2015: Recalled to Cubs

On July 16, 2015, Kyle Schwarber was recalled from Triple A Iowa to rejoin the Cubs due to an injury to catcher Montero.

2016: Cubs Championship

In 2016, Kyle Schwarber was a member of the Chicago Cubs' championship team.

2016: World Series Champion

In 2016, Kyle Schwarber was added to the Cubs' roster for the World Series and started in Game 1. He and the Cubs defeated the Indians in seven games to win their first World Series championship in 108 years.

2017: Starting Left Fielder

In 2017, Kyle Schwarber was the opening day starting left fielder and lead-off hitter for the Chicago Cubs. After being demoted to Triple-A and then returning to the active roster, he finished the year with 30 home runs.

2017: Schwarber launches "Schwarber's Neighborhood Heroes"

In 2017, Kyle Schwarber, while with the Chicago Cubs, launched "Schwarber's Neighborhood Heroes" to honor and give back to first responders, and also hosted his first inaugural fundraiser, "Schwarber's Block Party", to help raise funds for first responders.

2018: Home Run Derby Runner-Up

In 2018, Kyle Schwarber finished second in the Major League Baseball Home Run Derby to Bryce Harper. He batted .238 with 26 home runs for the season.

August 23, 2019: Schwarber hosts third annual block party

On August 23, 2019, Kyle Schwarber held his third annual block party in Chicago, which was the last one he held there.

2019: Season Statistics

In 2019, Kyle Schwarber batted .250 with 38 home runs and 92 RBIs. He led all National League left fielders in errors and had the lowest fielding percentage.

2020: Non-Tendered by Cubs

In 2020, Kyle Schwarber had the lowest batting average of all qualified NL batters. On December 2, the Cubs non-tendered Schwarber.

January 9, 2021: Signed with Washington Nationals

On January 9, 2021, the Washington Nationals announced they had signed Kyle Schwarber to a one-year major league contract.

July 29, 2021: Traded to the Boston Red Sox

On July 29, 2021, Kyle Schwarber was traded to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for minor-league pitcher Aldo Ramirez.

2021: Signed with Nationals, Traded to Red Sox, All-Star Appearance

In 2021, Kyle Schwarber signed with the Washington Nationals and was traded to the Boston Red Sox the same year. He also made his first All-Star appearance in 2021.

March 20, 2022: Joined the Philadelphia Phillies

On March 20, 2022, Kyle Schwarber agreed to join the Philadelphia Phillies on a four-year, $79 million contract.

June 2022: NL Player of the Month

Kyle Schwarber was awarded NL Player of the Month honors for June 2022, after batting .272 with 12 home runs.

September 16, 2022: Phillies Record

On September 16, 2022, Kyle Schwarber hit his 31st home run at the leadoff spot, breaking Jimmy Rollins's Phillies franchise record for most home runs at that spot in the batting order.

December 6, 2022: Schwarber commits to play in World Baseball Classic

On December 6, 2022, Kyle Schwarber committed to play in the 2023 World Baseball Classic for the United States national baseball team.

2022: Debut Season with Phillies

During his 2022 debut season with the Philadelphia Phillies, Kyle Schwarber led the National League in home runs, played in the 2022 World Series, earned his second All-Star appearance, and won his first Silver Slugger Award.

2022: Season Statistics

In 155 games in the 2022 regular season, Kyle Schwarber finished with a .218 batting average, 100 runs scored, an NL-leading 46 home runs, and 94 RBIs. He also struck out an MLB-leading 200 times.

2022: Schwarber in the 2022 World Series

In the 2022 World Series against the Houston Astros, Kyle Schwarber batted .250 with five hits and four RBIs in six games. He hit three home runs, including a game-tying solo shot in Game 5 off of Justin Verlander and a go-ahead solo shot in Game 6 off of Framber Valdez.

2022: Contract Option

On January 9, 2021, the Washington Nationals announced they had signed Schwarber to a one-year major league contract containing a mutual option for 2022.

March 11, 2023: Schwarber hits home run in World Baseball Classic

On March 11, 2023, during Team USA's first game of the tournament against Great Britain, Kyle Schwarber hit a three-run home run to aid in a 6–1 victory.

September 4, 2023: Schwarber hits 40th home run

On September 4, 2023, Schwarber launched his 40th home run of the season in a 9–7 win against the San Diego Padres. In 160 games, Schwarber finished with a .197 batting average, 47 home runs, 104 RBI, 126 walks, and struck out an MLB-leading 215 times.