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 a professional baseball player currently with the Philadelphia Phillies. He plays left field and serves as a designated hitter. Previously, Schwarber played for the Chicago Cubs, Washington Nationals, and Boston Red Sox. He also represents the United States in international baseball competitions, marking a career spanning multiple MLB teams and international play.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1968: Compares to Frank Howard during the 1968 Washington Senators season

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

2012: Plays for Wareham Gatemen

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

2014: Drafted by 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 debut as a position player against the Cleveland Indians, replacing Miguel Montero.

July 2015: All-Star Futures Game MVP

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

July 16, 2015: Recalled to the Cubs

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

2016: World Series Champion

In 2016, Kyle Schwarber and the Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians in seven games to claim the Cubs' first World Series championship in 108 years. Schwarber recorded seven hits, including one double, two RBI, and one stolen base.

2016: Cubs' Championship Team

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

2017: Struggles and Improvement in 2017

In 2017, Kyle Schwarber struggled early in the season, hitting .120 in May. He was demoted to Triple-A but returned to the Cubs and improved, finishing the year with a .211 batting average and 30 home runs.

2017: Launch of Schwarber's Neighborhood Heroes

In 2017, while with the Chicago Cubs, Kyle Schwarber 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 Performance

In 2018, Kyle Schwarber participated in the Major League Baseball Home Run Derby, finishing second to Bryce Harper. For the season, he batted .238 with 26 home runs.

August 23, 2019: 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 in the city.

2019: 2019 Season Stats

In 2019, Kyle Schwarber batted .250 with 38 home runs and 92 RBI. He led National League left fielders in errors, with six, and had the lowest fielding percentage of all major league left fielders (.974).

2020: Non-tendered by Cubs

In 2020, Kyle Schwarber batted .188, had the lowest batting average of all qualified NL batters, and was non-tendered by the Chicago Cubs on December 2.

January 9, 2021: Signed with Washington Nationals

On January 9, 2021, Kyle Schwarber signed a one-year major league contract with the Washington Nationals.

July 29, 2021: Traded to Boston Red Sox

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

March 20, 2022: Joined Philadelphia Phillies

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

September 16, 2022: Phillies Record

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

December 6, 2022: Commitment to World Baseball Classic

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

2022: World Series with Phillies

In 2022, Kyle Schwarber played with the Philadelphia Phillies in the World Series.

2022: Nationals contract for 2022

On January 9, 2021, Kyle Schwarber signed a one-year major league contract with the Washington Nationals containing a mutual option for 2022.

March 11, 2023: World Baseball Classic Home Run

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