Corey Seager

Family and Early Life

Corey is the youngest son of Jeff and Jody Seager. He has two older brothers, Kyle Seager and Justin Seager, both of whom have pursued careers in professional baseball. Corey developed a passion for the sport at a young age and received valuable guidance and coaching from his brothers. His early exposure to the game played a major role in shaping his professional development.

Seager attended Northwest Cabarrus High School and later committed to the University of South Carolina on a baseball scholarship. However, he chose to enter the MLB after being selected in the first round of the 2012 MLB Draft by the Los Angeles Dodgers. He signed with the team for a reported $2.35 million signing bonus.

MLB Career and Achievements

In his debut MLB season, Corey Seager quickly proved his potential. In 2015, he was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the California League and also honored as the Minor League Player of the Year. His standout performance continued into his MLB career, where he became known for his reliable defense and powerful hitting.

Among his major accolades are the National League Rookie of the Year award in 2016, multiple Silver Slugger Awards, and the National League Championship Series (NLCS) and World Series MVP awards in 2020. Seager also made history alongside his brother Kyle, as they became the first pair of brothers to each hit 25 or more home runs in a single MLB season.