Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Alex Bregman

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

Alexander David Bregman is an American professional baseball third baseman. He has played in MLB for both the Houston Astros, and the Boston Red Sox.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2005: First Appearance in Championship Series Since 2005

In 2017, the Astros secured their first appearance in a Championship Series since 2005, marking a significant milestone for the team and Bregman's career.

2012: Drafted by the Boston Red Sox

In 2012, Alex Bregman was drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the 29th round of the Major League Baseball Draft, but he elected not to sign and instead attended LSU.

June 2015: Signing Bonus with the Astros

In June 2015, Alex Bregman signed with the Houston Astros for a $5.9 million signing bonus and made his professional debut with the Quad Cities River Bandits.

2015: Drafted by the Houston Astros

In 2015, Alex Bregman was selected by the Houston Astros with the second overall selection in the first round of the MLB Draft.

2015: First Position Player Debut

In 2015, Alex Bregman was the first position player from the 2015 draft to debut in the Major Leagues.

2015: MLB Draft

Toward the end of his junior year of college in 2015, Alex Bregman was selected by the Houston Astros with the second pick in the first round of the MLB draft.

July 25, 2016: MLB Debut

On July 25, 2016, the Astros added Alex Bregman to their 25-man roster and he made his major league debut at third base against the New York Yankees.

2016: MLB Debut

Alex Bregman made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut in 2016.

2016: Success in Double-A and Triple-A Leagues

In 2016, Alex Bregman played for the Double-A Corpus Christi Hooks and the Triple-A Fresno Grizzlies, achieving impressive statistics in both leagues.

2016: Minor League Player of the Year

In 2016, USA Today named Alex Bregman the Minor League Player of the Year, earning multiple other accolades recognizing his performance.

May 14, 2017: First Major League Grand Slam

On May 14, 2017, Alex Bregman hit his first major league grand slam off Masahiro Tanaka during a game against New York at Yankee Stadium, contributing to a 10–7 Astros victory.

2017: Solid 2017 Season

In 2017, Alex Bregman showcased a strong performance, batting .284 with 19 home runs, 71 RBIs, and 17 stolen bases. Defensively, he led AL third basemen in fielding percentage. He helped Houston win the AL West division, advancing to the major league playoff.

2017: World Baseball Classic and World Series Champion

In 2017, Alex Bregman was the youngest member of Team USA, which won the gold medal in the 2017 World Baseball Classic, and he won the 2017 World Series with the Houston Astros.

2017: World Baseball Classic Gold Medal

In 2017, at the age of 22, Alex Bregman started his baseball season as the youngest member of Team USA in the World Baseball Classic (WBC), which won its first gold medal.

2017: Key Player in 2017 Postseason

Throughout the 2017 postseason, Bregman was a major force for the Astros. Notably, his home run in Game 4 of the ALDS helped the Astros secure a win against the Red Sox. In Game 7 of the ALCS, his defensive play preserved the lead, contributing to a 4-0 victory.

2018: MLB All-Star Game MVP

In 2018, Alex Bregman was named MVP of the MLB All-Star Game and led the American League in doubles.

2018: Strong Performance in 2018 AL Division Series

In the 2018 American League Division Series, Alex Bregman delivered an impressive performance, batting .556 with a high on-base percentage and slugging percentage, ranking among the all-time best in division series history.

2018: Outstanding 2018 Regular Season Performance

In the 2018 regular season, Alex Bregman showcased exceptional performance, batting .286 with 31 home runs and leading the AL with 51 doubles. He exhibited plate discipline, securing high rankings in various offensive statistics and demonstrating a keen eye at the plate.

June 12, 2019: Four Walks and Grand Slam Feat

On June 12, 2019, Alex Bregman had his first four-walk game since, while playing against the Milwaukee Brewers. He also hit a grand slam, joining Bobby Bonds and J. D. Martinez as the only players to achieve this feat in one game.

2019: Led Major Leagues in Walks During 2019 Season

During the 2019 regular season, Alex Bregman led the major leagues in walks with 119 and demonstrated exceptional plate discipline. He batted .296 and achieved high rankings in various offensive categories. On defense, he played both third base and shortstop.

2019: All-Star and Silver Slugger Award

In 2019, Alex Bregman was again an All-Star, led the American League in walks and WAR, and received the 2019 American League Silver Slugger Award at third base.

2019: $100 Million Contract Extension in 2019

In March 2019, Alex Bregman and the Astros agreed to a six-year, $100 million contract extension, covering arbitration and free agency eligibility. It was the second-highest contract in club history.

2019: Mixed Performance in 2019 Postseason

In the 2019 postseason, Alex Bregman experienced highs and lows, with a strong ALDS performance followed by a slump in the ALCS and early World Series games. He broke out in Game 4 of the World Series with a grand slam, but the Astros ultimately lost the series.

July 27, 2020: 100th Career Home Run on July 27, 2020

On July 27, 2020, Alex Bregman achieved a career milestone by hitting his 100th home run against Kendall Graveman of the Seattle Mariners.

2020: Pandemic-Shortened 2020 Season

During the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Alex Bregman played 42 games at third base and achieved the second-highest fielding percentage among AL third basemen. He maintained a .242 batting average with 6 home runs and 22 RBIs.

2021: Most Postseason Starts

In Game 6 of the 2021 World Series, Bregman made his 73rd postseason start as part of the infield unit with Jose Altuve, Carlos Correa, and Yuli Gurriel. Together, they achieved more postseason starts than any other quartet of teammates in major league history.

2022: 2022 ALDS and ALCS Performance

During the 2022 ALDS and ALCS, Bregman batted .333/.375/.600 in both series. In the 2022 ALCS, he hit his 14th career postseason home run, surpassing Justin Turner for the most by a third baseman, and his 43 career RBIs set a record for the most all-time by a third baseman.

2022: Second World Series Win

In 2022, Alex Bregman won his second World Series with the Houston Astros.

April 23, 2023: 500th Career Run

On April 23, 2023, Alex Bregman drove in the 500th run of his career.

2023: 2023 Regular Season Performance

During the 2023 regular season with the Astros, Bregman had a .262 batting average with 25 home runs and 98 RBIs. He was in the top 5% in the majors in strikeout percentage, whiff percentage, and chase percentage in 2023.

2023: World Series Win and Injury

During the second game of the 2023 World Series, Bregman hit a home run, setting a record for the most career World Series home runs by a third baseman with six. The Astros won the World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies, earning Bregman his second World Series ring. It was revealed that Bregman had broken his finger late in the game.

April 25, 2024: 1,000th Career Hit

On April 25, 2024, Alex Bregman recorded his 1,000th career hit, a single against the Chicago Cubs, becoming the 14th player to reach this milestone as a member of the Astros.

2024: 2024 Season and Free Agency

During the 2024 season, Bregman batted .260 with 26 home runs and 75 RBI. Following the season, Bregman became a free agent after rejecting a qualifying offer from the Astros, and was named AL Gold Glove Award winner at third base for the first time in 2024.

2024: Signing with the Red Sox and All-Star Appearance

Following the 2024 season, Alex Bregman departed from the Astros and signed with the Boston Red Sox. In his first year with the Red Sox, he made his third All-Star appearance.

2024: First Gold Glove and Postseason Record

In 2024, Alex Bregman won his first Gold Glove and became the all-time leader in multiple postseason records for a third baseman.

February 15, 2025: Signs with the Red Sox

On February 15, 2025, Bregman signed a three-year, $120 million contract with the Boston Red Sox, including opt-out options after the 2025 and 2026 seasons.

March 27, 2025: Red Sox Debut

On March 27, 2025, Bregman made his Red Sox debut against the Texas Rangers.

April 15, 2025: Five-Hit Game

On April 15, 2025, Bregman went 5-for-5, two homers, a double, four RBIs against the Tampa Bay Rays in a Red Sox 7–4 win, marking his first career five-hit game.