Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Alex Verdugo

How Alex Verdugo built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Alex Verdugo is a professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the Atlanta Braves in MLB. Prior to joining the Braves, he played for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Boston Red Sox, and New York Yankees. Verdugo's career highlights include playing for several high-profile teams.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2014: Drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers

In 2014, the Los Angeles Dodgers selected Verdugo in the second round of the Major League Baseball draft, and he signed with them.

2015: Promotion to Great Lakes Loons and Rancho Cucamonga Quakes

In 2015, Verdugo was assigned to the Single-A Great Lakes Loons and later promoted to the High-A Rancho Cucamonga Quakes. He also hit for the cycle against the Lancaster JetHawks on August 27, and was named the organization's minor league player of the year.

2016: Promotion to Tulsa Drillers

In 2016, Verdugo was promoted to the Double-A Tulsa Drillers. He was selected as a starter for the mid-season all-star game and named to the post-season all-star team. He also played for the Mexico national baseball team in an exhibition series in Japan in November.

September 1, 2017: MLB Debut

On September 1, 2017, Verdugo was promoted to the majors and made his MLB debut as the starting center fielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the San Diego Padres.

2017: Oklahoma City Dodgers and All-Star Futures Game

In 2017, Verdugo began the season with the Oklahoma City Dodgers and was named as a starter for the mid-season Pacific Coast League all-star team. He was also chosen to represent the world team at the All-Star Futures Game.

2017: MLB Debut with Dodgers and WBC Commitment

In 2017, Verdugo made his MLB debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers and committed to representing the Mexican national team in the World Baseball Classic.

March 23, 2019: Dodgers Opening Day Roster

On March 23, 2019, Verdugo was announced as a member of the 2019 Dodgers opening day roster.

February 10, 2020: Trade to the Boston Red Sox

On February 10, 2020, Verdugo was traded to the Boston Red Sox along with Jeter Downs and Connor Wong in exchange for Mookie Betts, David Price, and cash considerations.

2021: Regular Outfielder for the Red Sox

In 2021, Verdugo became a regular member of Boston's outfield, playing all three positions. He also expressed his desire to become a two-way player by 2023.