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.

Markus Lynn "Mookie" Betts is a highly decorated MLB player currently with the Los Angeles Dodgers, formerly with the Boston Red Sox. He's an eight-time All-Star, seven-time Silver Slugger, six-time Gold Glove winner, and a three-time World Series champion. Notably, he was the American League MVP in 2018. He is also second in Wins Above Replacement (WAR) among active position players. Betts also hosts a podcast called 'On Base' on Bleacher Report.

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1997: Official Minor League Record for Consecutive Games Reaching Base

Before 1997, Minor League Baseball lacked data on consecutive games reaching base, with Kevin Millar and Kevin Youkilis holding the official record at 71 games.

2010: Tennessee Boys Bowler of the Year

In 2010, Mookie Betts was named the Tennessee Boys Bowler of the Year with a high score of 290, showcasing his talent in multiple sports during his time at Overton High School.

2011: Jacoby Ellsbury joins 30-30 club

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

2013: Reached Base in 66 Straight Regular-Season Games

In 2013, Mookie Betts reached base in 66 straight regular-season games, the start of a combined streak of 71 games (including playoff games).

2013: Promoted to Salem Red Sox

On July 9, 2013, Mookie Betts was promoted to the Salem Red Sox, completing 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: Reached Base in 71 Games

In 2014, Mookie Betts combined regular and playoff games, resulting in a 71-game streak of reaching base. His regular season streak was 66 games.

June 21, 2015: Named AL Player of the Week

Mookie Betts was named the American League 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.

September 12, 2016: Streak of Consecutive Plate Appearances Without a Strikeout

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

2016: Selected to MLB All-Star Game

In 2016, Mookie Betts was selected to his first MLB All-Star Game, starting in right field and going 1-for-2 with a single and an RBI. He also led MLB with 67 multi-hit games.

2016: Red Sox Clinched AL East Division

In 2016, The Boston Red Sox finished the season 93-69, clinching the AL East Division. Wilson Sporting Goods named Mookie Betts it's Defensive Player of the Year. Betts was also a finalist for the American League MVP Award, finishing as the runner-up to Mike Trout.

July 2, 2017: Tied MLB Record with Eight RBIs

On July 2, 2017, in a regular season game against Toronto, Mookie Betts tied an MLB record by recording eight RBIs from the leadoff slot in a 15-1 win. He was also selected for his second American League All-Star Game the same day.

2018: First in MLB History to Win Multiple Awards

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: 30-30 Club

In 2018, Mookie Betts stole his 30th base of the season on September 26, becoming only the second player in Red Sox history to join the 30–30 club.

2018: Named Most Valuable Player

In 2018, Mookie Betts was named the Most Valuable Player in the American League. He has previously played in MLB for the Boston Red Sox and is currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2018: MVP, Gold Glove, Silver Slugger, and World Series

Mookie Betts finished the 2018 season with a .346 batting average and helped the Red Sox win the World Series. He won his third consecutive Gold Glove, the Heart & Hustle Award, and was named the American League MVP on November 15, becoming the only AL player to win the World Series, a Gold Glove award, a Silver Slugger award, and the AL MVP in the same season.

2019: Gold Glove and Silver Slugger Awards

In 2019, Mookie Betts appeared in 150 games, batting .295 with a .915 OPS, 135 runs, 29 home runs, 80 RBIs, 40 doubles, and 16 stolen bases. After the season, he was awarded his fourth consecutive Gold Glove and his third Silver Slugger. He finished eighth in AL MVP voting.

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

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

2020: Won World Series with Los Angeles

In 2020, Mookie Betts won the World Series during his tenure with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2020: Second World Series Championship and Awards

In the 2020 season, Mookie Betts helped the Dodgers win the World Series, earning his second championship. He was awarded his fifth consecutive Gold Glove and his fourth Silver Slugger, finishing second in NL MVP voting.

August 7, 2023: Fifth Career Grand Slam as Leadoff Batter

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: World Series Championship and Silver Slugger Award

In 2024, Mookie Betts batted .278 in the World Series against the New York Yankees and contributed key plays in the deciding game, helping the Dodgers win. He won his seventh Silver Slugger award, his first as an utility player.