History of Adolis García in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 31, 2026

Adolis García, a Cuban-born outfielder nicknamed "El Bombi," plays for the Philadelphia Phillies in MLB. Previously with the St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers (MLB), and the Yomiuri Giants (NPB), he began his career in the Cuban National Series with Tigres de Ciego de Ávila. A two-time MLB All-Star (2021, 2023), García achieved significant success with the Texas Rangers, winning the 2023 World Series. He was named ALCS MVP and set a single post-season record with 22 RBIs during their championship run, solidifying his reputation as a clutch performer.

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March 2, 1993: Adolis García Born

On March 2, 1993, José Adolis García Arrieta, nicknamed "El Bombi", was born. He is a Cuban-born professional baseball outfielder.

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2011: Cuban National Series

In 2011, García started playing for Tigres de Ciego de Ávila of the Cuban National Series.

2015: Played for Cuban National Team

In 2015, García played for the Cuban national team at the Pan American Games.

2015: Cuban National Series MVP

In 2015, García was voted Most Valuable Player for the 2015–16 Cuban National Series.

April 20, 2016: Signed with Yomiuri Giants

On April 20, 2016, García signed with the Yomiuri Giants of Nippon Professional Baseball.

2016: End of Cuban National Series

In 2016, García concluded his time playing for Tigres de Ciego de Ávila of the Cuban National Series.

2016: Defection from Cuba

In 2016, García defected from Cuba.

February 2017: Signed with St. Louis Cardinals

In February 2017, García signed with the St. Louis Cardinals.

2018: MLB Debut with Cardinals

In 2018, García was promoted to the major leagues by the St. Louis Cardinals.

December 18, 2019: Designated for Assignment

On December 18, 2019, García was designated for assignment.

December 21, 2019: Traded to Texas Rangers

On December 21, 2019, García was traded to the Texas Rangers.

2020: Limited Play with Rangers

In 2020, García had limited playing time with the Texas Rangers, recording only six at-bats and going hitless.

February 10, 2021: Designated for Assignment

On February 10, 2021, García was designated for assignment after the signing of Mike Foltynewicz was made official.

April 13, 2021: Selected to Active Roster

On April 13, 2021, García was selected to the active roster after Ronald Guzmán was placed on the injured list.

May 2021: American League Rookie of the Month

In May 2021, García was named the American League Rookie of the Month after hitting .312 with a .633 slugging percentage and 11 home runs.

2021: MLB All-Star

In 2021, García was named an MLB All-Star.

2022: Season Performance with Texas Rangers

Over 156 games for Texas in 2022, García hit .250/.300/.456/.756 with 27 home runs, 101 RBIs, 183 strikeouts, and 25 stolen bases.

April 22, 2023: Five-Hit Game against Oakland Athletics

On April 22, 2023, García had five hits against the Oakland Athletics, including two doubles and three home runs, and drove in eight runs.

July 2023: Relationship with Randy Arozarena

In July 2023, it was mentioned that García is the godfather of Randy Arozarena's daughter, and Arozarena described García as "kind of like my brother."

2023: Key Role in Rangers' World Series Victory

In 2023, García played a pivotal role in the Rangers' journey to winning the World Series, including setting a record with 15 RBIs in the ALCS and being named the ALCS Most Valuable Player. He also won an American League outfield Gold Glove Award in 2023.

2023: World Series Win and ALCS MVP

In 2023, García won the World Series with the Texas Rangers. Additionally, he won the ALCS MVP and set a single post-season record by recording 22 RBI throughout their championship run in 2023.