Marcell Ozuna's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Marcell Ozuna.

Marcell Ozuna, nicknamed "the Big Bear", is a Dominican professional baseball player currently playing designated hitter and outfielder for the Atlanta Braves in MLB. He debuted in MLB in 2013 with the Miami Marlins and also played for the St. Louis Cardinals. He is known for his offensive capabilities.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1995: Braves' Last World Series Title

The Atlanta Braves won the 2021 World Series, marking their first title since 1995.

April 29, 2013: Named Player of the Week and Promoted to MLB

On April 29, 2013, Marcell Ozuna was named the Southern League's player of the week, and the Marlins promoted him to the major leagues following an injury to Giancarlo Stanton.

2013: Ranked as Top Prospect

Prior to the 2013 season, Baseball America rated Marcell Ozuna the 75th-best prospect in baseball.

September 11, 2014: Tied Franchise Record

On September 11, 2014, Marcell Ozuna tied a franchise record with home runs in four consecutive games.

2016: First MLB All-Star Selection

In 2016, Ozuna was selected for his first MLB All-Star game.

2017: All-Star, Silver Slugger, and Gold Glove Winner

In 2017, Marcell Ozuna was an MLB All-Star, a Silver Slugger, and a Gold Glove winner. He also finished fourth in the National League in batting average (.312) and third in home runs (37) and runs batted in (124).

2017: Named NL All-Star Starter

In 2017, Marcell Ozuna was named a starter for the National League (NL) in the MLB All-Star Game, marking a career-high season with a .312 batting average, 37 home runs, and 124 RBI. He also won NL Player of the Week again.

2017: Named NL Player of the Week

In 2017, Marcell Ozuna was named the National League (NL) Player of the Week for April 10–16 after batting .435 with four home runs and 12 RBIs.

June 2, 2018: 100th Career Home Run

On June 2, 2018, Marcell Ozuna hit his 100th career home run off Chad Kuhl in a 3–2 victory against the Pittsburgh Pirates. This was also his first home run at Busch Stadium as a member of the Cardinals.

2020: Led NL in Home Runs and RBIs

In 2020, Marcell Ozuna led the National League (NL) in both home runs and RBIs.

2020: Led NL in Home Runs and RBIs, Won Silver Slugger

In 2020, during the shortened 60-game season, Marcell Ozuna led the National League (NL) with 18 home runs and 56 RBIs and subsequently won his second Silver Slugger Award.