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, playing as a left fielder and designated hitter. He has also played for the Chicago Cubs, Washington Nationals, and Boston Red Sox. Known for his power hitting, Schwarber has established himself as a prominent figure in MLB.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2009: Phillies First World Series Since 2009

During the first game of the National League Championship Series in 2022, Schwarber hit a 488 feet home run. Later in the series the Phillies defeated the Padres, reaching their first World Series since 2009.

2012: Cape Cod Baseball League Championship and MVP

In 2012, Kyle Schwarber played for the Wareham Gatemen of the Cape Cod Baseball League (CCBL) during the college offseason. 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 a first-round selection in the MLB draft by the Chicago Cubs.

June 16, 2015: MLB Debut

On June 16, 2015, Kyle Schwarber was promoted to the major leagues by the Cubs. He made his major league debut as a position player that night, replacing ejected starting catcher Miguel Montero in the eighth inning against the Cleveland Indians at Wrigley Field.

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 from Triple-A

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

2016: Cubs win World Series

In 2016, Kyle Schwarber was a member of the Chicago Cubs when they won the World Series.

2016: World Series Appearance and Win

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

2017: Schwarbs Nickname for Players Weekend

In 2017, Kyle Schwarber chose "Schwarbs" as his nickname for the Players Weekend.

2017: Struggles and Return to Form

In 2017, Kyle Schwarber started as the opening day left fielder and lead-off hitter for the Chicago Cubs but struggled significantly early in the season, leading to a demotion to Triple-A in June. He returned to the active roster in July and showed improvement, finishing the season with 30 home runs.

2017: Launch of "Schwarber's Neighborhood Heroes"

In 2017, while with the Chicago Cubs, 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 Runner-Up

In 2018, Kyle Schwarber participated in the Major League Baseball Home Run Derby, hitting 55 home runs and finishing second to Bryce Harper. For the season, he batted .238 with 26 home runs and 61 RBI.

June 2019: CCBL Hall of Fame Induction

In June 2019, it was announced that Kyle Schwarber would be inducted into the Cape Cod Baseball League (CCBL) Hall of Fame class of 2019.

August 23, 2019: Third Annual Block Party

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

2019: Season Performance and Defensive Stats

In 2019, Kyle Schwarber batted .250 with 38 home runs and 92 RBI. Defensively, he led all National League left fielders in errors and had the lowest fielding percentage among major league left fielders.

2020: Non-Tendered by the Cubs

In 2020, Kyle Schwarber batted .188, which was the lowest batting average of all qualified NL batters. On December 2, the Cubs non-tendered Schwarber.

January 9, 2021: Signed with the Washington Nationals

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

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.

March 20, 2022: Joins the Philadelphia Phillies

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

June 2022: National League Player of the Month

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

December 6, 2022: Schwarber Commits to World Baseball Classic

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

2022: Home Run Leader and Silver Slugger Award

During his 2022 debut season with the Phillies, Kyle Schwarber led the National League in home runs and earned his first Silver Slugger Award.

2022: World Series Performance

During the 2022 World Series against the Houston Astros, Kyle Schwarber batted .250 with five hits and four RBIs in six games. He also had the most home runs of any player in the series with three; however, the Phillies would lose both games and the series.

2022: Season Stats and Strikeout Leader

In 2022, Kyle Schwarber finished the regular season with a .218 batting average, 46 home runs, and 94 RBIs. He also struck out an MLB-leading 200 times and had the highest fly-ball percentage of all major leaguers.

2022: Phillies Adopt "Dancing on My Own"

In 2022, Kyle Schwarber is credited with introducing the song "Dancing on My Own” to the Phillies clubhouse. The song was then played after every Phillies win during their run to the 2022 World Series.

2022: Schwarber plays in the World Series with the Phillies

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

2022: Mutual Option 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: Schwarber Hits Home Run in World Baseball Classic

During Team USA's first game of the tournament on March 11, 2023, against Great Britain, 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 hit his 40th home run of the season during a game against the San Diego Padres, which the Phillies won 9-7. He became the fifth player in Phillies history to hit 40 home runs in consecutive seasons.