Kyle Schwarber's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Kyle Schwarber.

Kyle Schwarber is a professional baseball player, currently a left fielder and designated hitter for the Philadelphia Phillies in MLB. Prior to playing for the Phillies, he played for the Chicago Cubs, Washington Nationals, and Boston Red Sox. He also represents the United States in international baseball competitions. Known for his power hitting, Schwarber has become a prominent figure in MLB.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1968: Comparison to Frank Howard

In 2021, Schwarber and Frank Howard during the 1968 Washington Senators season are the only two MLB players to hit 11 home runs in 9 games.

1976: Mike Schmidt's performance

In 1976, Mike Schmidt was the last Phillies player to have five hits and three home runs in a game, a feat matched by Schwarber later in his career.

2003: Alfonso Soriano's Single-Season Record

In 2003, Alfonso Soriano set the single-season record for leadoff home runs with 13.

2012: Cape Cod Baseball League Championship

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

2013: Sophomore Season at Indiana University

During his sophomore year in 2013, Kyle Schwarber hit .366/.456/.647 with 18 home runs and 54 RBIs in 61 games and was named a first-team All-American by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA).

July 2015: All-Star Futures Game MVP

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

2016: World Series Championship

In 2016, Kyle Schwarber was a member of the Chicago Cubs’ World Series championship team.

2016: World Series Roster and First Hit

In 2016, Kyle Schwarber was added to the Cubs' World Series roster and started in Game 1 as the designated hitter, recording his first hit of the season during the game. He was part of the team that won the World Series.

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 as part of the class of 2019.

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 for Leadoff Home Runs

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 in that position.

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: Regular Season Performance

During the 2022 regular season, Kyle Schwarber finished with a .218 batting average, leading the NL with 46 home runs, and striking out an MLB-leading 200 times.

September 4, 2023: Schwarber hits 40th home run of the season

On September 4, 2023, Kyle Schwarber hit his 40th home run of the season in a game against the San Diego Padres, becoming the fifth player in Phillies history to achieve this milestone in consecutive seasons.