History of Noah Syndergaard in Timeline
Noah Syndergaard, nicknamed "Thor", is an American professional baseball pitcher currently a free agent. He's played in MLB for the New York Mets, Los Angeles Angels, Philadelphia Phillies, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Cleveland Guardians. He is a prominent figure in baseball, known for his pitching prowess.
1983: Walt Terrell Two Home Run Game
In 2016, Noah Syndergaard became the second Mets pitcher ever, following Walt Terrell in 1983, to hit two home runs in the same game.
August 29, 1992: Noah Syndergaard Born
On August 29, 1992, Noah Seth Syndergaard, nicknamed "Thor", was born. He is an American professional baseball pitcher.
2000: First World Series Appearance since 2000
In 2015, the Mets earned their first National League pennant and World Series appearance since 2000.
2007: Micah Owings Two Home Run Game
In 2016, Noah Syndergaard became the first MLB pitcher since Micah Owings in 2007 to hit two home runs in the same game.
2010: Drafted by the Blue Jays
In 2010, Noah Syndergaard was selected by the Toronto Blue Jays in the first round of the MLB Draft, leading him to forego his college commitment and begin his professional baseball career.
2010: Player of the Year
In 2010, Noah Syndergaard's senior year of high school, he was named Player of the Year by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram due to his outstanding performance as a pitcher and hitter, though he was initially overlooked by scouts.
2010: High School Baseball Success
In 2010, during his senior year at Mansfield Legacy High School, Noah Syndergaard established himself as a baseball player after a growth spurt and weight training. Despite his late development, the Toronto Blue Jays selected him in the first round of the MLB Draft.
2011: Minor League Promotions
In 2011, Noah Syndergaard advanced through multiple levels of the Blue Jays' minor league system, showcasing impressive stats and increasing pitch velocities, ultimately finishing the season with a 5-2 record and a 1.83 ERA.
December 17, 2012: Trade to the Mets
On December 17, 2012, Noah Syndergaard was traded to the New York Mets as part of a deal that sent R. A. Dickey to the Toronto Blue Jays.
2012: Return to the Midwest League
In 2012, Noah Syndergaard returned to the Midwest League, where he played for the Lansing Lugnuts. He recorded an 8-5 record with a 2.60 ERA and struck out 122 batters.
2013: All-Star Futures Game Appearance
In 2013, Noah Syndergaard made an appearance in the All-Star Futures Game, showcasing his talent.
2013: Nickname "Thor" Origin
In 2013, Syndergaard received the nickname "Thor" from Mets fans after posting a video of himself weightlifting in a Thor costume.
2014: All-Star Futures Game Appearance
In 2014, Noah Syndergaard made another appearance in the All-Star Futures Game, further highlighting his potential.
May 2015: MLB Debut
In May 2015, Noah Syndergaard made his MLB debut for the New York Mets following an injury to Dillon Gee and became a key part of their starting rotation, eventually pitching in the World Series.
2015: Postseason Run and World Series Appearance
In 2015, Noah Syndergaard played a key role in the Mets' postseason run, helping the team clinch their first NL East title in nine years, pitching in the NLDS and NLCS, and starting Game 3 of the World Series against the Kansas City Royals, securing their only win.
2015: MLB Debut
In 2015, Noah Syndergaard was called up to the Mets and made his MLB debut on May 12, solidifying his place in the starting rotation after an impressive performance and an injury to Dillon Gee.
2016: Wild Card Game Start
In 2016, Noah Syndergaard started the National League Wild Card Game against the San Francisco Giants due to injuries to other Mets pitchers. Despite a strong performance, the Mets were eliminated from the postseason.
2016: Strong Start to the Season
In 2016, Noah Syndergaard started the season strong, striking out nine batters in six scoreless innings and later hitting two home runs in a game against the Dodgers, earning recognition as NL Player of the Week.
2016: All-Star Selection and 200 Strikeouts
In 2016, Noah Syndergaard was named to the NL All-Star roster, but couldn't participate due to arm fatigue. Later in the season, he recorded his 200th strikeout, becoming the fifth Mets pitcher to reach this milestone before the age of 25.
2016: MLB Misspells Name
In 2016, Noah Syndergaard's last name was misspelled by MLB, appearing as "Snydergaard" on his All-Star Game poster.
2016: Television Appearances in 2016
In 2016, Syndergaard made a guest appearance on the sitcom Kevin Can Wait and voiced himself in an episode of Uncle Grandpa.
2017: Television Appearances in 2017
In 2017, Syndergaard appeared in the Game of Thrones episode "The Spoils of War" and on an episode of Impractical Jokers.
2017: Opening Day Start and Injury
In 2017, Syndergaard was the Mets' Opening Day starter, pitching six scoreless innings. However, on May 1, 2017, it was announced that Syndergaard had torn his right latissimus dorsi muscle and would miss at least two months, following prior injuries and declining medical imaging for his sore arm, which raised concerns about the team's training regimen.
2017: Season Limited by Injuries and Illness
Noah Syndergaard's 2017 season was limited due to injuries and illness.
March 29, 2018: Second Consecutive Opening Day Start
On March 29, 2018, Syndergaard made his second consecutive Opening Day start, striking out 10 or more batters in the Mets' victory, making him the second pitcher in franchise history to do so.
2018: High Pitch Velocities in 2018
In 2018, Noah Syndergaard's average velocity of his four-seam fastball, sinker, changeup, and slider were the highest of any major league starter.
2018: Season Limited by Injuries and Illness
Noah Syndergaard's 2018 season was limited due to injuries and illness.
2019: 32 Games Started
In 2019, Noah Syndergaard started in 32 games for the New York Mets.
2019: Mixed Performance in 2019 Season
In 2019, Syndergaard described his season debut as mediocre, experiencing difficulties with his slider and inconsistencies in performance, though he also had standout games and earned NL Player of the Week honors. He finished the 2019 season with a 10-8 record and a 4.28 ERA.
2019: Pitch Characteristics in 2019
In 2019, Syndergaard's pitch arsenal included a 98 mph fastball, a 91 mph changeup, an 89 mph slider, and an 80 mph curveball.
December 22, 2020: Signs One-Year Contract with Mets
On December 22, 2020, while recovering from surgery, Syndergaard signed a one-year, $9.7 million contract with the Mets, matching his expected earnings from the previous season.
2020: Tommy John Surgery
In 2020, Noah Syndergaard experienced elbow discomfort and underwent an MRI, revealing a torn ulnar collateral ligament requiring Tommy John surgery. His decision to have surgery during the pandemic caused some controversy.
2020: Pitch Velocity Under Scrutiny in 2020
In 2020, Syndergaard's pitch velocity was scrutinized after undergoing Tommy John surgery, raising concerns about the link between maximizing velocity and injury.
February 2021: Resumes Bullpen Sessions
In February 2021, Syndergaard began throwing bullpen sessions again as part of his recovery from Tommy John surgery.
November 17, 2021: Signs with Los Angeles Angels
On November 17, 2021, Syndergaard signed a one-year, $21 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels, setting a new record for per-season earnings for a pitcher in the franchise.
2021: Public Feuds on Twitter
In 2021, Noah Syndergaard engaged in public feuds on Twitter with Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer and retired radio announcer Mike Francesa. The feud with Bauer was over Bauer's website advertising Mets merchandise before signing with the Dodgers, while the feud with Francesa stemmed from Syndergaard's decision to leave the Mets for the Angels.
2021: Brief Return to the Mound
In 2021, Noah Syndergaard returned for only two innings at the end of the Mets' season after recovering from Tommy John surgery.
April 9, 2022: Angels Debut
On April 9, 2022, Syndergaard made his debut with the Angels, pitching 5+1⁄3 innings in a shutout victory against the Houston Astros.
August 2, 2022: Traded to Philadelphia Phillies
On August 2, 2022, the Angels traded Syndergaard to the Philadelphia Phillies.
December 16, 2022: Signs with Los Angeles Dodgers
On December 16, 2022, Syndergaard signed a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers for $13 million.
2022: Angels, Phillies, World Series Appearance
In 2022, Noah Syndergaard signed with the Angels, was traded to the Phillies, and made a World Series appearance.
July 26, 2023: Traded to Cleveland Guardians
On July 26, 2023, the Dodgers traded Syndergaard to the Cleveland Guardians.
2023: Signs with the Dodgers
Noah Syndergaard signed a one-year, $13 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers for the 2023 season.
