Tim Wakefield's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 2, 2025

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Tim Wakefield.

Tim Wakefield was a Major League Baseball knuckleball pitcher, primarily known for his 17 seasons with the Boston Red Sox (1995-2012). He previously played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and retired at 45 as the oldest active MLB player after 19 seasons. Wakefield was a significant figure for the Red Sox, known for his longevity and unique pitching style. He earned $55 million over his career playing for the Red Sox.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1995: Joined the Red Sox and Won Comeback Player of the Year

In 1995, Tim Wakefield joined the Boston Red Sox and had an impressive season, earning the Sporting News American League Comeback Player of the Year award.

August 10, 1999: Struck out four batters in one inning

On August 10, 1999, Tim Wakefield struck out four batters in one inning, joining a select group of pitchers.

2003: American League Championship Series

In 2003, Tim Wakefield pitched in the American League Championship Series, allowing four runs over 14 innings against the New York Yankees and giving up a home run to Aaron Boone in Game 7.

2004: Won the World Series

In 2004, Tim Wakefield contributed to the Red Sox winning the American League Championship Series against the Yankees and the World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals, ending an 86-year drought for the team.

September 11, 2005: Career High in Strikeouts

On September 11, 2005, Tim Wakefield set a career high in strikeouts (12) in a 1–0 complete game loss to the New York Yankees.

April 15, 2009: Pitched complete game win

On April 15, 2009, Tim Wakefield pitched a no-hitter into the eighth inning and earned a complete game win, becoming the oldest Red Sox pitcher to do so at 42.

July 3, 2009: Most Starts in Franchise History

On July 3, 2009, Tim Wakefield surpassed Roger Clemens for the most starts in franchise history.

July 5, 2009: Named an AL All-Star

On July 5, 2009, Tim Wakefield was announced as an AL All-Star, becoming the second-oldest first-time All-Star at 42.

2009: Named an All-Star

In 2009, Tim Wakefield was named an All-Star, marking a significant achievement in his career.

June 8, 2010: Surpassed Clemens in Innings Pitched

On June 8, 2010, Tim Wakefield surpassed Roger Clemens for the most innings pitched by a Red Sox pitcher, totaling 3,006 innings.

2010: 2,000th Career Strikeout

In 2010, Tim Wakefield reached his 2,000th career strikeout, passed Roger Clemens for most innings pitched by a Red Sox pitcher, and joined Moyer and Pettitte as the only active pitchers with 3,000 innings pitched.

2010: Received the Roberto Clemente Award

In 2010, Tim Wakefield received the Roberto Clemente Award.

May 11, 2011: Oldest Player to Appear for the Red Sox

On May 11, 2011, Tim Wakefield became the oldest player ever to appear for the Red Sox at 44 years, 282 days.

July 24, 2011: Recorded 2,000th Strikeout

On July 24, 2011, Tim Wakefield recorded his 2,000th strikeout in a Red Sox uniform and won his 199th career game.

September 13, 2011: Won 200th Career Game

On September 13, 2011, Tim Wakefield won his 200th career game, solidifying his place in Red Sox history.

March 18, 2024: Red Sox to Wear Wakefield's Number as Patch

On March 18, 2024, the Red Sox announced they would wear Tim Wakefield's uniform number as a patch for the entire 2024 season.

April 9, 2024: 2004 Red Sox Reunion Dedicated to the Wakefields

On April 9, 2024, the 2004 Red Sox reunited at Fenway Park for their 20th anniversary, with the pregame ceremony dedicated to the Wakefields. Wakefield's children led the team onto the field, and his daughter threw the first pitch.