Career Timeline of Trea Turner: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Trea Turner, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Trea Turner is a professional baseball shortstop currently playing for the Philadelphia Phillies in MLB. He has previously played for the Washington Nationals and Los Angeles Dodgers. Turner also represents the United States national team in international competitions.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2002: Jimmy Rollins Voted to Start All-Star Game

In 2002, Jimmy Rollins was voted by fans to start the All-Star Game.

2011: Drafted by Pittsburgh Pirates

In 2011, Trea Turner was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 20th round of the MLB draft but opted to play college baseball.

December 19, 2014: Padres Agreed to Trade Turner

On December 19, 2014, the Padres agreed to trade Trea Turner to the Washington Nationals as a player to be named later as part of a three-team trade.

2014: Signed with the San Diego Padres and Professional Debut

In 2014, Trea Turner signed with the San Diego Padres for a $2.9 million bonus and made his professional debut with the Eugene Emeralds.

2014: Drafted by the San Diego Padres

In 2014, Trea Turner was selected by the San Diego Padres in the first round of the MLB draft.

June 14, 2015: Traded to Nationals and Assigned to Harrisburg Senators

On June 14, 2015, Trea Turner was sent by the Padres to the Nationals and assigned to the Harrisburg Senators of the Class AA Eastern League.

June 2015: Turner stays with Padres organization

In mid-June 2015, Trea Turner stayed with the Padres organization until mid-June 2015 because he was ineligible to be traded for a year after being drafted.

August 21, 2015: Promotion to Major Leagues

On August 21, 2015, Trea Turner was promoted to the major leagues by the Washington Nationals and made his MLB debut that night.

2015: Assigned to San Antonio Missions

In 2015, Trea Turner was assigned to the San Antonio Missions of the Class AA Texas League.

2015: Traded to the Washington Nationals

In 2015, Trea Turner was traded to the Washington Nationals.

June 3, 2016: Called Up to Nationals

On June 3, 2016, Trea Turner was called up to the Nationals for a three-game series against the Cincinnati Reds, where he went 3-for-3 in his first game of the season.

2016: MLB Debut

In 2016, Trea Turner debuted in the major leagues as Washington's starting center fielder.

2017: Return to Shortstop and Hitting for the Cycle

In 2017, Trea Turner moved back to shortstop and on April 25, he hit for the cycle against the Colorado Rockies.

2017: Return to Shortstop

In 2017, Trea Turner returned to his original position as a shortstop for the Washington Nationals.

2018: Climb Toward Stardom

In 2018, Trea Turner continued his climb toward stardom and was one of the five candidates in the 2018 All-Star Final Vote.

2020: Performance in Shortened Season

During the shortened 2020 season, Trea Turner batted .335 with 12 home runs and led the National League with 78 hits and four triples, finishing 7th in NL MVP voting.

June 30, 2021: Third Career Cycle

On June 30, 2021, Trea Turner's 28th birthday, he hit for the cycle a third time, tying the MLB record for career cycles.

July 30, 2021: Traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers

On July 30, 2021, Trea Turner was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers along with Max Scherzer.

September 26, 2021: 100th Career Home Run

On September 26, 2021, Trea Turner hit his 100th career home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

2021: Traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers

During the 2021 season, Trea Turner was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

July 8, 2022: All-Star Game Selection

On July 8, 2022, Trea Turner was named the starting shortstop for the 2022 All-Star Game.

August 29, 2022: 1,000th Career Hit

On August 29, 2022, Trea Turner recorded his 1,000th career hit, a single off Marlins pitcher Huascar Brazoban.

August 31, 2022: Turner Announces Participation in World Baseball Classic

On August 31, 2022, Trea Turner declared his intention to represent the United States in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

December 8, 2022: Signed with Philadelphia Phillies

On December 8, 2022, Trea Turner signed an 11-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies worth $300 million.

2022: Free Agency and Contract with Phillies

After the 2022 season, Trea Turner became a free agent and signed an 11-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies.

2023: World Baseball Classic Performance

In 2023, Trea Turner excelled at the World Baseball Classic, achieving a slash line of .391/.440/1.043, leading the US team with a 1.483 OPS and five home runs. He hit a game-winning grand slam against Venezuela and another home run in the championship game against Japan. Turner was named to the All-Classic Team.

2024: Third All-Star Team Selection

In 2024, Trea Turner made his third All-Star team, starting at shortstop for the National League. He became the first Phillies shortstop voted by fans to start the game since Jimmy Rollins in 2002.