History of Tommy Edman in Timeline

Thomas "Tommy" Hyunsu Edman is a professional baseball utility player currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers in MLB. Previously, he played for the St. Louis Cardinals. Notably, Edman also represents the South Korean national team in international baseball competitions, demonstrating his versatility and skill on both the domestic and international stage.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 9, 1995: Tommy Edman Born

On May 9, 1995, Thomas Hyunsu Edman, also known by his Korean name 곽현수, was born. He is now a professional baseball utility player.

2013: Graduation from La Jolla Country Day School

In 2013, Tommy Edman graduated from La Jolla Country Day School in La Jolla, California, where he was selected to an All-Academic Team.

2015: Played for Yarmouth-Dennis Red Sox

In 2015, Tommy Edman played collegiate summer baseball 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: Pac-12 Conference First Team

As a junior in 2016, Tommy Edman started every game at shortstop and batted .286 with 24 RBIs and led Stanford in runs (35), hits (61), triples (4) and stolen bases (8) in 54 games, earning a spot on the Pac-12 Conference first team.

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 at Stanford University.

2016: Assigned to State College Spikes

In 2016, after being drafted, Tommy Edman signed with the St. Louis Cardinals and was assigned to the State College Spikes, where he spent the whole season.

2017: Played 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 total games between the three clubs.

2018: Named Texas League All-Star

In 2018, Tommy Edman began the season with Springfield, where he was named a Texas League All-Star and broke Springfield's all-time record by reaching base in 32 straight games. He was later promoted to the Memphis Redbirds, helping them win the Pacific Coast League title and was named a co-MVP of the PCL playoffs.

November 23, 2019: Marriage to Kristen

On November 23, 2019, Tommy Edman married his wife, Kristen.

2019: MLB Debut

In 2019, Tommy Edman made his Major League Baseball debut for the St. Louis Cardinals and quickly became a part of their starting lineup.

2019: MLB Debut and First Hit/Home Run

In 2019, Tommy Edman's contract was selected, and he was called up to the major leagues for the first time, making his debut against the Chicago Cubs. He recorded his first MLB hit on June 14 against Steven Matz and his first career home run on June 20 against Tayron Guerrero. Over 92 regular-season games with St. Louis in 2019, Edman slashed .304/.350/.500 with 11 home runs, 36 RBIs, and 15 stolen bases.

2020: Starting Third Baseman for the Cardinals

In the pandemic shortened 2020 season, Tommy Edman was named the starting third baseman for the St. Louis Cardinals.

2021: Starting Second Baseman and Gold Glove Award

In 2021, Tommy Edman was named the St. Louis Cardinals' starting second baseman and earned the Major League Baseball Player of the Week Award. He appeared in 159 games, slashing .262/.308/.387 with 11 home runs, 56 RBIs, 41 doubles, and thirty stolen bases over 641 at-bats. Edman also 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.

June 11, 2022: First Career Walk-Off Home Run

On June 11, 2022, Tommy Edman hit his first career walk-off home run and RBI, a two-run home run that secured a 5–4 victory versus the Cincinnati Reds.

January 13, 2023: Contract Agreement with the 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: Called to South Korea national baseball team

In 2023, Tommy Edman was called to the South Korea national baseball team. He played infielder during the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

January 22, 2024: Contract Agreement and Injury

On January 22, 2024, Tommy Edman and the Cardinals agreed to a two-year deal worth $16.5 million, avoiding salary arbitration. After undergoing wrist surgery in the offseason, he was shut down during spring training due to renewed wrist discomfort.

July 29, 2024: Trade to the 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 the Dodgers

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

2024: Won the World Series championship

In 2024 Tommy Edman won his first World Series championship, when the Dodgers beat the New York Yankees in five games.

2024: Trade to the Dodgers, NLCS MVP, and World Series Win

In 2024, Tommy Edman was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers at the trade deadline, won NLCS MVP honors, and helped the Dodgers win the 2024 World Series over the New York Yankees.