Mike Trout's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Mike Trout.
Mike Trout is a highly decorated MLB outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels, widely considered one of the greatest baseball players ever. He is an 11-time All-Star, a three-time AL MVP, and a nine-time Silver Slugger Award winner. Trout also captained the United States national team in the 2023 World Baseball Classic. His consistent high performance and numerous accolades have solidified his reputation as the best player of his generation.
1913: WAR statistics since 1913
According to Fangraphs, Mike Trout had accumulated more WAR through his age-24 season (on August 12, 2016) than any other player since 1913.
1934: Tied Major League Rookie Record
In July 2012, Mike Trout's 34 runs scored tied the Major League rookie record with Cleveland Indians first baseman Hal Trosky in 1934.
1936: First Rookie Since Joe DiMaggio
In 2012, Mike Trout became the first rookie to drive in at least 55 runs and score 80 runs in 81 games since Joe DiMaggio in 1936.
1940: Ted Williams and Barney McCosky Accomplishment
In 1940, Ted Williams (225 games) and Barney McCosky (236 games) set a record for the fastest player to score 200 career runs, a milestone Trout later surpassed.
1961: Albie Pearson's Franchise Record
In 1961, Albie Pearson set a franchise record of 13 walks that was broken by Mike Trout in 2017.
1964: Fourth Rookie Since 1964 to Score 120 or More Runs
On September 21, 2012, Mike Trout became the first rookie to score 120 or more runs since Ichiro Suzuki and the fourth rookie to accomplish that feat since 1964.
1967: Carl Yastrzemski Wins Triple Crown
In 1967, Miguel Cabrera became the first player since Carl Yastrzemski to win the triple crown by leading the AL in batting average, home runs, and runs batted in.
1972: Youngest Player with 20 Home Runs and 40 Stolen Bases
In 2012, Mike Trout became the youngest player ever to hit at least 20 home runs and steal at least 40 bases in a season, surpassing César Cedeño's record from 1972.
1992: Ken Griffey Jr. All-Star Game MVP
In 1992, Ken Griffey Jr. was the youngest All-Star Game MVP.
1993: Previous Rookie of the Year
In 1993, Tim Salmon won the Rookie of the Year Award. He was the previous winner before Mike Trout won in 2012.
1999: Alex Rodriguez Record
In 1999, Alex Rodriguez achieved 100 home runs and 100 stolen bases at the age of 23 years and 309 days.
2001: Tenth Time Scoring Three or More Runs
In 2012, Mike Trout had his tenth game of the season scoring three or more runs, the most since Sammy Sosa's 11 games in 2001.
2001: First Rookie Since Ichiro Suzuki
In August 2012, Mike Trout became the first American League rookie since Ichiro Suzuki in 2001 to win Rookie of the Month four times during a single season.
2004: Guerrero's AL MVP Award
In 2004, Vladimir Guerrero was an MVP, making Trout the third in Angels' franchise history.
2004: Highest WAR
In 2012, Mike Trout finished with a WAR value of 10.9, the first position player to have a WAR above 10.0 since Barry Bonds in 2004.
2005: Led League in Stolen Bases
In 2012, Mike Trout became the first Angels player to lead the league in stolen bases since Chone Figgins did so in 2005 with 49 stolen bases.
2010: Topps Minor League Player of the Year Award
After the 2010 season, Mike Trout received the Topps Minor League Player of the Year Award, becoming the youngest player to win the award at 19 years and two months old.
2011: Baseball America Minor League Player of the Year
In 2011, Mike Trout was named Baseball America Minor League Player of the Year, recognizing his outstanding performance in the minor leagues. He hit .326/.414/.544 with 11 home runs, 38 RBIs, 82 runs scored, and 33 stolen bases in 91 games.
November 12, 2012: Won Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Award
On November 12, 2012, Mike Trout won the BBWAA Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Award, receiving 28 of 28 first-place votes. He became the first Angels player to win the award since Tim Salmon won it in 1993.
2012: OPS leader
Between 2012 and 2019, Mike Trout led the league in on-base plus slugging.
2012: Finished Second for AL MVP
In 2012, Mike Trout finished second in the American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) voting.
2012: Led American League in Runs
In 2012, Mike Trout led the American League in runs scored, showcasing his offensive prowess early in his career.
2012: AL Rookie of the Year Award
In 2012, Mike Trout unanimously won the AL Rookie of the Year Award, recognizing his outstanding performance in his first full season.
2012: 100th Run of the Season
On August 26, 2012, Mike Trout scored his 100th run of the season, becoming the second Angels rookie to score at least 100 runs in a season after Devon White.
May 21, 2013: Trout hits for the Cycle
On May 21, 2013, Mike Trout became the youngest player to hit for the cycle in American League history and sixth youngest in Major League history, doing so at home against the Seattle Mariners.
2013: Finished Second for AL MVP
In 2013, Mike Trout finished second in the American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) voting.
2013: Led American League in Times on Base
In 2013, Mike Trout led the American League in times on base, highlighting his ability to get on base consistently.
2013: Trout Represents Angels in All-Star Game
In 2013, Trout represented the Angels in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game, leading all AL outfielders in votes.
November 13, 2014: Trout Wins AL MVP Award
On November 13, 2014, Mike Trout was unanimously selected as the AL MVP, becoming the sixth player in MLB history to win both the regular-season MVP and the All-Star Game MVP in the same season.
2014: Most Strikeouts in MVP Season
In 2014, Mike Trout recorded the most strikeouts ever during an MVP season and expressed a wish to reduce his strikeout rate.
2014: AL MVP Award
In 2014, Mike Trout won his first American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, marking a significant milestone in his career.
April 17, 2015: Trout Reaches 100 Home Runs and 100 Stolen Bases
On April 17, 2015, Mike Trout became the youngest player in MLB history to reach 100 home runs and 100 stolen bases.
2015: Finished Second for AL MVP
In 2015, Mike Trout finished second in the American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) voting.
2015: Led American League in Times on Base
In 2015, Mike Trout led the American League in times on base, showcasing his continued success in getting on base.
June 2016: Sporting News Names Trout
In June 2016, Sporting News named Mike Trout "baseball's best [active] player".
August 12, 2016: Trout's WAR
According to Fangraphs, Mike Trout had accumulated more WAR through his age-24 season on August 12, 2016, than any other player since 1913, with 45.
2016: Led American League in Runs
In 2016, Mike Trout again led the American League in runs scored, demonstrating his consistent performance.
2016: Second AL MVP Award
In 2016, Mike Trout won his second American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, further solidifying his status as a top player.
September 6, 2017: Trout Sets Franchise Record
On September 6, 2017, Mike Trout drew a walk in his 14th consecutive contest, breaking Albie Pearson's franchise record of 13 set in 1961.
2018: Finished Second for AL MVP
In 2018, Mike Trout finished second in the American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) voting.
2018: Led American League in Times on Base
In 2018, Mike Trout led the American League in times on base, marking his consistency in reaching base throughout his career.
2018: Trout Rated #1 Player in Baseball
Prior to the 2018 season, Sports Illustrated rated Mike Trout the #1 player in baseball.
October 24, 2019: Trout Wins Third AL MVP Award
On October 24, 2019, Mike Trout won the AL Hank Aaron Award and was named the AL MVP for the third time in his career.
2019: Most Productive Batter
Between 2012 and 2019, Mike Trout was MLB's most productive batter per plate appearance when adjusted for park factors.
2019: Third AL MVP Award
In 2019, Mike Trout won his third American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, cementing his legacy as one of the greats.
September 5, 2020: Trout Hits 300th Career Home Run
On September 5, 2020, Mike Trout hit his 300th career home run, breaking the Angels' all-time home run record.
March 2023: Active Leader in Slugging and On-Base Percentage
As of March 2023, Mike Trout leads all active major league players in career slugging percentage (.587), on-base percentage (.415), and OPS (1.002).
April 15, 2023: 300th Career Double
On April 15, 2023, Mike Trout hit his 300th career double in a game against the Red Sox, joining an elite group of players with at least 300 doubles, 300 home runs, and 200 stolen bases by his age-31 season.
April 9, 2024: Fastest to Six Home Runs
On April 9, 2024, Mike Trout became the fastest player in Angels franchise history to reach six home runs, achieving the feat in eleven games.
