Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Tommy Edman

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Tommy Edman made an impact.

Tommy Edman, nicknamed "Tommy Tanks", is an American professional baseball utility player currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball (MLB). He previously played for the St. Louis Cardinals. He also represents the South Korean national team in international baseball competitions. His versatility as a utility player is a key asset, enabling him to contribute at multiple positions. Edman is known for his consistent performance and valuable contributions both offensively and defensively.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2015: Summer Ball with Yarmouth-Dennis Red Sox

In 2015, after his sophomore season at Stanford University, Tommy Edman played summer ball for the Yarmouth–Dennis Red Sox of the Cape Cod Baseball League, where he batted .304, was named starting second baseman for the East Division All-Star team, and helped lead the Red Sox to the league championship.

2016: Drafted by the Cardinals

In 2016, Tommy Edman was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the sixth round of the Major League Baseball draft after playing college baseball for the Stanford Cardinal for three seasons.

2016: Assignment to State College Spikes

In 2016, after being drafted and signing with the St. Louis Cardinals, Tommy Edman was assigned to the State College Spikes, where he played the whole season, posting a .286 batting average with four home runs, 33 RBIs, and 19 stolen bases, and was named a New York–Penn League All-Star.

2016: Pac-12 First Team Selection

In 2016, as a junior at Stanford University, Tommy Edman started every game at shortstop and batted .286, leading Stanford in runs, hits, triples, and stolen bases, earning a spot on the Pac-12 Conference first team.

2017: Plays for Peoria, Palm Beach, and Springfield Cardinals

In 2017, Tommy Edman played for the Peoria Chiefs, Palm Beach Cardinals, and Springfield Cardinals, batting a combined .261 with five home runs and 55 RBIs in 119 games between the three clubs.

2018: Texas League All-Star and PCL Playoff MVP

In 2018, Tommy Edman was named a Texas League All-Star with Springfield and broke Springfield's all-time record by reaching base in 32 straight games. He was promoted to the Memphis Redbirds, helped them win the Pacific Coast League (PCL) title and was named a co-MVP of the PCL playoffs, along with teammate Randy Arozarena.

2019: MLB Debut

In 2019, Tommy Edman made his Major League Baseball debut with the St. Louis Cardinals and quickly became a part of their starting lineup, playing various infield and outfield positions.

2019: Major League Debut and First Season

In 2019, Tommy Edman's contract was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals and he was called up to the major leagues for the first time on June 8. He recorded his first MLB hit on June 14 and his first career home run on June 20. He finished the season with a .304/.350/.500 slash line, 11 home runs, 36 RBIs, and 15 stolen bases in 92 regular-season games.

2020: Starting Third Baseman

In the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Tommy Edman was named the starting third baseman for the St. Louis Cardinals. He batted .250/.317/.368 with five home runs and 26 RBIs.

2021: Starting Second Baseman and Gold Glove

In 2021, Tommy Edman was named the St. Louis Cardinals' starting second baseman. He earned the NL Player of the Week Award in late August. Over the entire 2021 season, he slashed .262/.308/.387 with 11 home runs and won the Gold Glove Award at second base.

2021: Gold Glove Award

In 2021, Tommy Edman won a Gold Glove Award as the National League's top defensive second baseman while playing for the St. Louis Cardinals.

2022: Move to Shortstop and Walk-Off Home Run

In 2022, Tommy Edman started the season as the Cardinals' second baseman but moved to shortstop in mid-May. On June 11, Edman hit his first career walk-off home run against the Cincinnati Reds. He finished the season with a .265/.324/.400 slash line, 13 home runs and 32 stolen bases.

January 13, 2023: Contract Agreement with Cardinals

On January 13, 2023, Tommy Edman agreed to a one-year, $4.2 million contract with the St. Louis Cardinals, avoiding salary arbitration.

2023: World Baseball Classic

In 2023, Tommy Edman was called to the South Korea national baseball team and played second base during the 2023 World Baseball Classic, with 2 hits and 1 walk in 11 plate appearances.

January 22, 2024: Two-Year Deal with Cardinals and Injury

On January 22, 2024, Tommy Edman and the Cardinals agreed to a two-year deal worth $16.5 million, avoiding salary arbitration. However, after wrist surgery, he was shut down during spring training and later placed on the 60-day injured list on May 6 due to wrist discomfort.

July 29, 2024: Trade to Los Angeles Dodgers

On July 29, 2024, Tommy Edman was traded by the St. Louis Cardinals to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a three-team deal.

November 29, 2024: Contract Extension with Dodgers

On November 29, 2024, Tommy Edman signed a five-year, $74 million contract extension with the Dodgers, including a sixth-year club option.

2024: Trade to the Dodgers and World Series win

In 2024, Tommy Edman was traded from the St. Louis Cardinals to the Los Angeles Dodgers at the trade deadline, where he won NLCS MVP honors and helped the Dodgers win the 2024 World Series.

2025: MLB Tokyo Series and Injuries

In 2025, Tommy Edman played second base as the Dodgers opened the season in Japan for the MLB Tokyo Series and hit the first home run of the season. After injuring his ankle on April 29, Tommy Edman went on the injured list, returning in mid-May, but another ankle injury landed him back on the injured list in August. He played in 97 games and had a .225 batting average with 13 home runs and 49 RBIs.