Nolan Arenado's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Nolan Arenado.

Nolan Arenado is an American professional baseball third baseman, currently playing for the Arizona Diamondbacks. He is renowned for his exceptional defensive skills, having won the Rawlings Gold Glove Award in each of his first ten MLB seasons, a feat unmatched by any other infielder. Arenado debuted with the Colorado Rockies in 2013 before being traded to the St. Louis Cardinals prior to the 2021 season. With the Cardinals, he formed a formidable infield partnership with Paul Goldschmidt, with both players becoming finalists for the National League MVP Award in 2022. In January 2026, Arenado was traded to the Diamondbacks.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1957: Frank Malzone Wins Gold Glove

In 1957, Frank Malzone won the Rawlings Gold Glove Award in the American League.

1996: Galarraga Leads Majors in RBI

In 1996, Andrés Galarraga was the previous Rockies player to lead the majors in RBI with 150.

1997: Walker Leads NL in Home Runs

In 1997, Larry Walker was the previous Rockies player to lead the NL in home runs with 49.

1999: Chipper Jones' Extra Base Hits Record

In 1999, Chipper Jones set a record with 87 extra base hits.

2008: CIF Southern Section Championship

In 2008, during Nolan Arenado's junior year, El Toro High School won the California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section championship.

2011: Ranked as Rockies' Third-Best Prospect

Before the 2011 season, Baseball America ranked Nolan Arenado as the Rockies' third-best prospect and 80th overall.

2011: Minor League RBI Leader

In 2011, Nolan Arenado led the minor leagues in RBI with 155.

2011: All-Star Futures Game and MVP

In 2011, Nolan Arenado represented the Rockies at the All-Star Futures Game and was named the MVP of the Arizona Fall League (AFL).

2012: All-Star Futures Game Selection

In 2012, Nolan Arenado was named to appear in the All-Star Futures Game for the second time, while playing for the Tulsa Drillers.

October 29, 2013: Gold Glove Award

On October 29, 2013, Nolan Arenado became the first NL rookie to win a Rawlings Gold Glove Award at third base.

2015: Tied for NL Home Run Title

For the 2015 season, Nolan Arenado tied Bryce Harper for the NL home run title with 42 and led the National League with 130 RBI.

2015: First MLB All-Star Selection

In 2015, Nolan Arenado earned his first MLB All-Star selection as a National League reserve.

2015: Defensive Awards and MVP Consideration

In 2015, Nolan Arenado won his third consecutive Gold Glove, the Fielding Bible Award, and the Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award, also receiving consideration for the NL MVP Award.

2016: Youngest to 100 Home Runs

In 2016, Nolan Arenado became the youngest player in Rockies franchise history to reach 100 home runs.

March 22, 2017: Team USA Wins World Baseball Classic

On March 22, 2017, Arenado played for Team USA, who defeated Puerto Rico 8-0 to win their first-ever World Baseball Classic championship.

2017: World Baseball Classic Gold Medal

In 2017, Nolan Arenado helped Team USA win their first World Baseball Classic gold medal.

2018: Arenado's standout 2018 season

In 2018, Arenado was voted to start the MLB All-Star Game for the second year in a row. He finished the 2018 campaign with impressive stats, including a .297 batting average, 38 home runs, and 110 RBIs. He also won his sixth consecutive Gold Glove and fourth consecutive Silver Slugger, and finished third in MVP voting.

2018: Arenado Ranked Among Top Players

Prior to the 2018 season, Sports Illustrated ranked Arenado as the eighth top overall player and the "best defensive infielder in baseball."

2019: Arenado's successful 2019 season

Arenado finished the 2019 season with career-highs in several categories, including batting average, OBP, and fielding percentage. He also won his seventh straight Gold Glove Award and his third straight Platinum Glove Award, finishing sixth in the MVP voting.

2020: Arenado's 2020 season

In the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Arenado batted .253/.303/.434 with eight home runs and 26 RBIs in 48 games. He won his eighth consecutive Gold Glove Award at third base, tying Scott Rolen for the third-most Gold Gloves at the position.

2021: Arenado's 2021 Season with the Cardinals

In 2021, Arenado finished the season batting .255/.312/.494 with 34 home runs and 105 RBIs. Defensively, he led National League third basemen in several categories and won the Gold Glove Award at third base, his ninth consecutive. He chose to remain with the Cardinals after the season.

2022: Arenado's 2022 season achievements

In 2022, Arenado finished the season with a .293 batting average, 30 home runs and 103 RBIs. He was awarded his tenth consecutive Gold Glove Award, tying with Ichiro Suzuki for the most consecutive Gold Gloves to start a career. He was also named a finalist for the National League Most Valuable Player Award.

2022: MVP Award Finalist

In 2022, Nolan Arenado and teammate Paul Goldschmidt were both named finalists for the National League MVP Award.

2023: World Baseball Classic Silver Medal

In 2023, Nolan Arenado earned a silver medal in the World Baseball Classic.

June 19, 2025: Arenado hits 350th career home run

On June 19, 2025, Arenado hit his 350th career home run against the Chicago White Sox, becoming the sixth active player to reach 350 home runs and the 7th player to hit 350 home runs while also earning at least 10 Gold Gloves.