Career Timeline of Trevor Story: Major Achievements and Milestones

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

Trevor Story is an American professional baseball player currently playing shortstop and second base for the Boston Red Sox in MLB. He previously played for the Colorado Rockies. Story is known for his abilities as a baseball player.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2011: Drafted by the Colorado Rockies

In 2011, Trevor Story was selected by the Colorado Rockies in the first round of the MLB draft and signed with the team, receiving a $915,000 signing bonus. He then played for the Casper Ghosts.

2012: SAL Postseason All-Star

In 2012, Trevor Story played for the Asheville Tourists and was named a SAL Postseason All-Star after batting .277 with 18 home runs and 63 RBIs.

2013: Played for Modesto Nuts

In 2013, Trevor Story played for the Modesto Nuts and struggled, recording a .233 batting average.

2014: Promotion to Tulsa Drillers

In 2014, after excelling in Modesto, Trevor Story was promoted to the Tulsa Drillers in June. He struggled with Tulsa, batting .205.

2015: Experience as Second and Third Baseman

In 2015, Trevor Story gained experience as a second baseman and third baseman. He started the season with the New Britain Rock Cats and was later promoted to the Albuquerque Isotopes. He also appeared in the All-Star Futures Game.

April 2016: MLB Debut and Record-Setting Home Runs

In April 2016, Trevor Story made his MLB debut and set a record for a rookie by hitting home runs in each of his first four games. He also tied the MLB rookie record for home runs in the month of April and was named the National League's Rookie of the Month.

2016: Competed for Starting Shortstop Position

In 2016, Trevor Story competed for the Rockies' starting shortstop position during spring training. He made the Opening Day roster.

2017: Led NL in Strikeouts

In 2017, Trevor Story led the National League in strikeouts.

2018: All-Star and Silver Slugger Award

In 2018, Trevor Story was named an MLB All-Star and won the Silver Slugger Award. He also led the NL in power-speed number, extra base hits, and longest home run of the season.

2018: All-Star Game and Season Stats

In 2018, Trevor Story was named to the MLB All-Star Game. He finished the season first in the NL in power-speed number and had a .276 BA, with 42 doubles, 37 home runs, and 108 RBIs.

May 24, 2019: 100th and 101st Home Runs

On May 24, 2019, Trevor Story hit his 100th and 101st home runs, becoming the fastest shortstop to reach this mark.

2019: All-Star and Silver Slugger Award

In 2019, Trevor Story was named an MLB All-Star and won the Silver Slugger Award for the second year in a row.

2020: Defensive Errors and Season Performance

In 2020, Trevor Story made more defensive errors at shortstop than any other major league shortstop. He led the National League with 15 stolen bases and four triples, and finished 11th in NL MVP voting.

2021: 2021 Season Stats

In 2021, Trevor Story had a .251/.329/.471 slash line with 24 home runs. He also hit a walk-off homer against the Diamondbacks on May 23.

March 23, 2022: Signed with the Boston Red Sox

On March 23, 2022, Trevor Story signed a six-year, $140 million contract with the Boston Red Sox.

January 10, 2023: Surgery on Ulnar Collateral Ligament

On January 10, 2023, it was announced that Trevor Story underwent surgery on his right ulnar collateral ligament and would miss part of the 2023 season.

2024: Shoulder Injury and Surgery

In 2024, Trevor Story started as Boston's regular shortstop but was placed on the injured list on April 6 due to a shoulder injury. He underwent surgery to repair a fractured glenoid and was expected to be unavailable for approximately six months. He was activated from the injured list on September 7.