Helton
- 5× All-Star (2000–2004)
- 3× Gold Glove Award (2001, 2002, 2004)
- 4× Silver Slugger Award (2000–2003)
- NL Hank Aaron Award (2000)
- MLB batting champion (2000)
- MLB RBI leader (2000)
- Dick Howser Trophy (1995)
- Colorado Rockies No. 17 retired
- 6× All-Star (1984–1989)
- AL MVP (1985)
- 9× Gold Glove Award (1985–1989, 1991–1994)
- 3× Silver Slugger Award (1985–1987)
- AL batting champion (1984)
- AL RBI leader (1985)
- NL Manager of the Year (2020)
- New York Yankees No. 23 retired
- Monument Park honoree