Paul Goldschmidt's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Paul Goldschmidt.

Paul Goldschmidt, nicknamed "Goldy", is a professional baseball first baseman currently playing for the New York Yankees in MLB. Previously, he played for the Arizona Diamondbacks and St. Louis Cardinals. He has also represented the United States in international baseball competitions. Known for his offensive prowess and defensive skills at first base, Goldschmidt has established himself as one of the premier players in MLB.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2006: Texas State Championship

In 2006, The Woodlands High School baseball team, with Paul Goldschmidt at third base, won the Texas state championship.

2008: Southland Conference Hitter of the Year

In 2008, Paul Goldschmidt was named the Southland Conference hitter of the year while playing college baseball for the Texas State Bobcats.

2009: Southland Player of the Year and All-American

In 2009, Paul Goldschmidt was named the Southland Conference player of the year and was a third-team All-American as a junior.

2013: Awards and Recognition

In 2013, Paul Goldschmidt earned an All-Star selection, Hank Aaron Award, Gold Glove Award, and Silver Slugger Award for the first time. He also finished as runner-up for the NL MVP Award in 2013.

June 10, 2015: 100th Career Home Run

On June 10, 2015, Paul Goldschmidt hit his 100th career home run against Brett Anderson of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2015: Runner-up for NL MVP

In 2015, Paul Goldschmidt finished as runner-up for the National League MVP Award for the second time.

September 13, 2017: 1,000th Career Hit

On September 13, 2017, Paul Goldschmidt recorded his 1,000th career hit in a game against the Colorado Rockies.

August 3, 2018: 200th Career Home Run

On August 3, 2018, Paul Goldschmidt hit his 200th career home run against Chris Stratton of the San Francisco Giants.

April 20, 2019: Longest Career Home Run

On April 20, 2019, Paul Goldschmidt hit a 465-foot home run off Paul Sewald that became both his longest career home run and the longest home run hit at Busch Stadium during the Statcast era.

July 26, 2019: Home Run Streak

On July 26, 2019, in a game against the Houston Astros, Paul Goldschmidt reached a streak of six home runs in six consecutive games, tying the Cardinals franchise record.

April 13, 2021: 250th Career Home Run

On April 13, 2021, Paul Goldschmidt hit his 250th career home run against the Washington Nationals.

June 11, 2022: Consecutive Games Reached Base Ended

On June 11, 2022, Paul Goldschmidt's streak of reaching base safely in 46 consecutive games ended in a game versus the Cincinnati Reds.

July 5, 2022: 1,000th Run Scored

On July 5, 2022, Paul Goldschmidt scored his 1,000th run in a game versus Atlanta.

2022: NL MVP Award

In 2022, Paul Goldschmidt won the National League (NL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award.

July 26, 2024: 2,000th Career Hit

On July 26, 2024, Paul Goldschmidt achieved his 2,000th career hit against the Washington Nationals, hitting a two-run home run off Kyle Finnegan in the bottom of the 10th inning.