Career Timeline of Austin Hays: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Austin Hays built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Austin Hays is an American professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the Cincinnati Reds in MLB. He debuted in 2017 with the Baltimore Orioles, later playing for the Philadelphia Phillies before joining the Reds. Hays' career is marked by his role as an outfielder in Major League Baseball.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1920: First Rookie since 1920

On September 23, 2019, Austin Hays became the first MLB rookie since 1920 to have at least five RBIs, a stolen base, and an outfield assist in the same game.

2012: State Championship Title

In 2012, Austin Hays batted .402 and had 26 RBIs, leading Spruce Creek High School to win a state championship title.

2015: Played for Hyannis Harbor Hawks

In 2015, Austin Hays played collegiate summer baseball for the Hyannis Harbor Hawks of the Cape Cod Baseball League.

2016: Drafted by Baltimore Orioles

In 2016, Hays was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles.

May 26, 2017: First in Frederick History to Hit Three Home Runs in One Game

On May 26, 2017, Austin Hays became the first player in Frederick Keys history to hit three home runs in one game.

June 2017: Promotion to Bowie Baysox

In June 2017, Austin Hays was promoted to the Bowie Baysox of the Double-A Eastern League.

September 5, 2017: Promoted to Major Leagues

On September 5, 2017, Austin Hays was promoted to the major leagues by the Orioles, becoming the first 2016 draftee to reach the major leagues.

September 7, 2017: MLB Debut

On September 7, 2017, Austin Hays made his major league debut.

2017: MLB Debut

In 2017, Austin Hays made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Baltimore Orioles.

September 7, 2019: Recalled by Orioles

On September 7, 2019, Austin Hays was recalled to the Orioles from the Triple-A Norfolk Tides.

August 11, 2020: Inside-the-park Home Run

On August 11, 2020, Austin Hays hit a two-run inside-the-park home run against the Philadelphia Phillies, securing a win for the Orioles.

2020: Season with Orioles

In 2020, Austin Hays slashed .279/.328/.393 with four home runs and nine RBI for the Orioles.

2021: Appeared in 131 games for Baltimore

In 2021, Austin Hays appeared in 131 games with Baltimore, batting .256 with 22 home runs and 71 RBI.

June 22, 2022: Hits for the Cycle

On June 22, 2022, Austin Hays hit for the cycle in a game against the Washington Nationals.

January 13, 2023: Agreed to contract with Orioles

On January 13, 2023, Austin Hays agreed to a one-year, $3.2 million contract with the Orioles.

July 26, 2024: Traded to Philadelphia Phillies

On July 26, 2024, Austin Hays was traded to the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for Seranthony Domínguez and Cristian Pache.

January 30, 2025: Signed with Cincinnati Reds

On January 30, 2025, Austin Hays signed a one-year, $5 million contract with the Cincinnati Reds.

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