Career Timeline of Ozzie Albies: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Ozzie Albies, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Ozzie Albies is a Curaçaoan professional baseball second baseman currently playing for the Atlanta Braves in MLB. He signed with the Braves in 2013 and debuted in 2017. Albies has been named an MLB All-Star three times (2018, 2021, and 2023). He has won the National League Silver Slugger Award twice (2019 and 2021) and the Heart & Hustle Award in 2021. Albies was a key member of the Atlanta Braves team that won the World Series in 2021.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

July 2, 2013: Signed as International Free Agent

On July 2, 2013, Ozzie Albies was signed by the Atlanta Braves for $350,000 as an international free agent.

2013: Signed with Braves

In 2013, Ozzie Albies signed with the Atlanta Braves organization.

2014: Professional Debut

Ozzie Albies made his professional debut in 2014 with the Gulf Coast Braves, later joining the Danville Braves in July.

2016: Spring Training and Promotions

In 2016, Ozzie Albies was invited to spring training and began the season with the Double-A Mississippi Braves. He was later promoted to the Triple-A Gwinnett Braves on April 30. He injured his right elbow during the first postseason game in Mississippi.

2017: MLB Debut

In 2017, Ozzie Albies made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Atlanta Braves.

2017: MLB Debut and First Home Run

Ozzie Albies was called up to the Atlanta Braves on August 1, 2017, and made his major league debut against the Los Angeles Dodgers. On August 3, he hit his first career home run against the Dodgers.

2018: Opening Day, Grand Slams, Walk-Off Home Run, All-Star Selection

In 2018, Ozzie Albies was part of the Braves' Opening Day starting lineup. On June 12, he hit a grand slam against the New York Mets. On June 25, Albies hit his first career walk-off home run against the Cincinnati Reds. On July 8, he was named an All-Star.