Trevor Story

American baseball player, shortstop

Trevor Story - American baseball player, shortstop
Born

November 15th, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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This baseball player was drafted by the Colorado Rockies in 2011 and made his Major League Baseball debut in 2016. Over the course of his career, he established himself as one of the league's top shortstops, known for his powerful hitting and defensive skills. In 2021, played for the Rockies and became an All-Star. After the 2021 season, signed with the Boston Red Sox, continuing to showcase talent in the American League. Achievements include being a two-time All-Star and winning multiple Silver Slugger awards.

Made MLB debut with the Colorado Rockies in 2016

Selected as a two-time All-Star (2018, 2021)

Won Silver Slugger award in 2018 and 2020

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