Trevor Story
A power-hitting shortstop who announced himself to the majors with a historic, home-run-filled debut week.
Born 1992 (age 34)·American baseball player·Birthday: November 15·Millennials
Biography
Trevor Story exploded onto the Major League scene in 2016 in a manner few have matched. Taking over at shortstop for the Colorado Rockies following the departure of a franchise icon, he didn't just fill shoes—he blasted his own path. In his first six big-league games, he hit seven home runs, a stunning introduction that announced a new offensive force at a premium defensive position. His time in Denver was defined by this potent combination of slick fielding and explosive bat speed, earning him two All-Star selections and Silver Slugger awards. While injuries have since complicated his tenure after a high-profile move to the Boston Red Sox, the memory of that electrifying debut remains indelible. Story represents the modern infielder: capable of changing a game with one swing while holding down a critical spot on the diamond.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Trevor was born in 1992, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Trevor Was Born
The biggest hits of 1992
#1 Movie
Aladdin
Best Picture
Unforgiven
#1 TV Show
60 Minutes
Trevor's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1992Born
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
1997Started school
Princess Diana dies in Paris car crash; Harry Potter published
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $104,100Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Candle in the Wind 1997" — Elton JohnBest Picture: Titanic
2005Became a teenager
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Could drive
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2010Could vote
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2013Turned 21
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2022Turned 30
Russia invades Ukraine; Queen Elizabeth II dies
Gas: $3.97/galHome: $348,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"As It Was" — Harry StylesBest Picture: Everything Everywhere All at Once
2026Age 34 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Hit 7 home runs in his first 6 Major League games in April 2016, a historic debut.
- Named a National League All-Star in 2018 and 2019.
- Won the Silver Slugger Award for National League shortstops in 2018 and 2019.
- Recorded a 30-home run, 20-stolen base season in 2018, joining an elite group of shortstops.
Did You Know?
He was drafted by the Colorado Rockies in the first round (45th overall) in 2011, compensating for a missed earlier pick.
Story and Hall of Famer Willie Mays are the only two players in MLB history to hit two home runs in their first career postseason game.
He played high school baseball in Irving, Texas, alongside future MLB pitcher Jameson Taillon.
“I just tried to simplify things and see the ball, hit the ball.”
