Mookie Betts's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Mookie Betts. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Mookie Betts is a highly accomplished American professional baseball player currently with the Los Angeles Dodgers, previously starring for the Boston Red Sox. An eight-time All-Star, seven-time Silver Slugger, and six-time Gold Glove winner, Betts has secured three World Series championships. He was named American League MVP in 2018 and ranks second in Wins Above Replacement (WAR) among active position players. He plays primarily as an outfielder but has also played shortstop and second base. Betts represents the United States in international competition, marking him as one of baseball's premier talents.

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2010: Tennessee Boys Bowler of the Year

In 2010, Mookie Betts was named the Tennessee Boys Bowler of the Year.

2011: Jacoby Ellsbury joins the 30-30 club

In 2011, Jacoby Ellsbury became the first player in Red Sox history to join the 30-30 club.

2013: Reaching Base Streak

In 2013, Mookie Betts started a streak of reaching base in consecutive games.

2013: Promoted to Salem Red Sox and Named Offensive Player of the Year

On July 9, 2013, Mookie Betts was promoted to the Salem Red Sox, batting .341 in 51 games. He finished the season with a combined .314 average, 15 home runs, and 38 steals between Greenville and Salem. He was named Offensive Player of the Year and Breakout Player of the Year in the Boston minor league system.

2014: Continues Reaching Base Streak

In 2014, Mookie Betts continued a streak of reaching base in consecutive games.

June 21, 2015: AL Player of the Week

Mookie Betts was named the AL Player of the Week for the week ending on June 21, 2015, after batting .581 with two home runs, two triples, three doubles, seven RBI, and eight runs. During that week, he led the AL in batting average, hits, on-base percentage, total bases, and slugging percentage.

September 12, 2016: Strikeout Streak Started

From September 12, 2016, Mookie Betts maintained a streak of 129 consecutive plate appearances without a strikeout.

2016: All-Star Selection, Player of the Month, and 200 Hits

In 2016, Mookie Betts was selected to the MLB All-Star Game, named AL Player of the Month for July, and became the first player to reach 200 hits during the 2016 MLB season.

2016: AL East Division and Defensive Player of the Year

In 2016, the Red Sox clinched the AL East Division, but lost to the Cleveland Indians in the ALDS. Mookie Betts was named Wilson Sporting Goods Defensive Player of the Year at right field and best overall among all major league fielders.

July 2, 2017: Eight RBIs from Leadoff Spot

On July 2, 2017, in a game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Mookie Betts tied an MLB record by recording eight RBIs from the leadoff spot. On the same day, he was selected for his second American League All-Star Game selection.

2018: Historic Season

In 2018, Mookie Betts became the first player in MLB history to win the Most Valuable Player award, Silver Slugger award, Gold Glove award, batting title, and World Series all in the same season.

2018: MLB leading performance and milestones

In 2018, Mookie Betts had a major league-leading 15 home runs by May 21. He led MLB in several offensive categories. On July 6, 2018, Betts hit his 22nd home run of the season, marking the 100th of his MLB career. On July 8, 2018, Betts was named to the 2018 MLB All-Star Game. On August 9, 2018, he hit for the cycle against the Toronto Blue Jays. On September 26, 2018, Betts stole his 30th base, becoming the second Red Sox player to join the 30–30 club.

2018: AL MVP Award

In 2018, Mookie Betts was named the Most Valuable Player in the American League.

2018: World Series Win and MVP Award

Mookie Betts finished the 2018 season leading the major leagues in batting average, slugging percentage, and runs scored. The Red Sox won the World Series over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Betts won his third consecutive Gold Glove, the Heart & Hustle Award, and was named the American League MVP on November 15, 2018.

August 27, 2020: Reaching 1,000 MLB Career Hits

On August 27, 2020, Mookie Betts reached 1,000 MLB career hits.

2020: Season Performance and World Series Win

Mookie Betts finished the 2020 season with a .292 batting average, 16 home runs, and 10 stolen bases. Betts won his second World Series and was awarded his fifth consecutive Gold Glove and fourth Silver Slugger after the 2020 season.

2020: World Series Champion with Dodgers

Mookie Betts won the World Series in 2020 with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

August 7, 2023: Grand Slam Record

On August 7, 2023, Mookie Betts hit his fifth career grand slam home run as a lead-off batter, tying a Major League record.

2024: Postseason Performance and World Series Championship

In 2024, Mookie Betts played in the NLDS, NLCS, and World Series, contributing key hits and plays. He won his third World Series championship and seventh Silver Slugger award as an utility player.