History of Tommy Edman in Timeline

Tommy Edman is an American professional baseball utility player currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers in MLB. Previously, he played for the St. Louis Cardinals. Edman also represents the South Korean national team in international baseball competitions. Known for his versatility on the field, he contributes both offensively and defensively.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 9, 1995: Tommy Edman's Birth

On May 9, 1995, Thomas Hyunsu Edman, also known by his Korean name 곽현수, was born. He is an American professional baseball 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: Plays 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: 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: Assignment 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, posting a .286 batting average with four home runs, 33 RBIs, and 19 stolen bases in 22 attempts over 66 games, and was named a New York-Penn League All-Star.

2016: Pac-12 Conference first team

In 2016, as a junior, Tommy Edman started every game at shortstop for Stanford University and batted .286 with 24 RBIs, leading 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.

2017: Plays for Multiple Teams

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: Texas League All-Star and PCL Playoffs Co-MVP

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

November 23, 2019: Marriage to Kristen

On November 23, 2019, Tommy Edman married his wife, Kristen. The wedding had to be rescheduled due to the Cardinals' participation in the 2019 National League Division Series.

2019: MLB Debut

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

2019: MLB Debut and First Home Run

In 2019, Tommy Edman's contract was selected on June 8, and he was called up to the major leagues, making his debut that night 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. He also hit his first grand slam on July 18, against Robert Stephenson.

2020: Starting Third Baseman

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

2021: Starting Second Baseman and Gold Glove Award

In 2021, Tommy Edman was named the St. Louis Cardinals' starting second baseman. He won the Major League Baseball Player of the Week Award and later earned 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.

June 11, 2022: First 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 for the St. Louis Cardinals versus the Cincinnati Reds.

January 13, 2023: Contract with the Cardinals

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

2023: World Baseball Classic

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

January 22, 2024: Contract Deal 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 undergoing wrist surgery, he was shut down during spring training due to renewed wrist discomfort.

July 29, 2024: Traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers

On July 29, 2024, Tommy Edman was traded by the Cardinals to his home state 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 with the Dodgers, including a sixth-year club option.

2024: Traded to the Dodgers and World Series Win

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

2024: NLCS MVP and World Series Championship

In 2024, Tommy Edman won the National League Championship Series (NLCS) MVP honors and helped lead the Dodgers to the World Series, subsequently winning his first World Series championship.