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 also played for the Washington Nationals and Los Angeles Dodgers. Turner represents the United States internationally.

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2002: Jimmy Rollins last Phillies shortstop All-Star

In 2002, Jimmy Rollins was the last Phillies shortstop voted by fans to start in the All-Star game, a feat matched by Trea Turner in 2024.

2011: Drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates

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

December 19, 2014: Agreement to Trade to Nationals

On December 19, 2014, the San Diego 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: Drafted by San Diego Padres

In 2014, Trea Turner was drafted by the San Diego Padres with the 13th overall pick, signing for a $2.9 million bonus and debuting with the Eugene Emeralds.

June 14, 2015: Traded to the Nationals

On June 14, 2015, Trea Turner was traded to the Washington Nationals and assigned to the Harrisburg Senators.

June 2015: Joined the Washington Nationals

In June 2015, Trea Turner officially joined the Washington Nationals organization after remaining with the Padres until he was eligible to be traded.

August 21, 2015: MLB Debut

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 in the Class AA Texas League, where he showcased his skills before MLB changed its trading rules.

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 as Center Fielder

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

2017: Moved to Shortstop

In 2017, Trea Turner moved back to his natural shortstop position after the Nationals traded Danny Espinosa.

2017: Returned to Shortstop Position

In 2017, Trea Turner returned to the shortstop position for the Washington Nationals.

2018: Climb Toward Stardom

In 2018, Trea Turner continued his climb toward stardom.

2019: World Series Champion

In 2019, Trea Turner won the World Series with the Washington Nationals.

June 30, 2021: Third Career Cycle

On June 30, 2021, which was also his 28th birthday, Trea Turner hit for the cycle for the third time, tying the MLB record for career cycles.

July 30, 2021: Traded to 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 with a single off Marlins pitcher Huascar Brazoban.

August 31, 2022: Turner to represent US in World Baseball Classic

On August 31, 2022, Trea Turner announced that he would represent the United States in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

December 8, 2022: Signed with the Philadelphia Phillies

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

2022: Became a Free Agent

After the 2022 season, Trea Turner became a free agent.

August 19, 2023: Two Home Runs in One Inning

On August 19, 2023, Trea Turner became the third player in Phillies history to hit two home runs in the same inning during a game against the Washington Nationals.

2023: Turner shines in World Baseball Classic

During the 2023 World Baseball Classic, Trea Turner had a slash line of .391/.440/1.043 with a 1.483 OPS, leading the US team with five home runs. He was named to the All-Classic Team unanimously and tied the World Baseball Classic home run record. The United States lost the championship game to Japan.

2024: Turner makes All-Star team

In 2024, Trea Turner was selected for his third All-Star team, starting at shortstop for the National League. This marks the first time since 2002 that a Phillies shortstop was voted by fans as a starter.

August 18, 2025: Turner records his 1,500th career hit

On August 18, 2025, Trea Turner achieved his 1,500th career hit by hitting a three-run home run in the third inning, becoming the 671st person in MLB history to reach this milestone. At the end of the 2025 season, he also finished fifth in NL MVP voting.