History of Brayan Rocchio in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 17, 2026

Brayan Rocchio is an Italian professional baseball shortstop currently playing for the Cleveland Guardians in MLB. He began his Major League Baseball career in 2023. Rocchio represents a newer addition to the Guardians' roster and contributes to their infield presence.

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January 13, 2001: Brayan Rocchio Born

On January 13, 2001, Brayan Hommy Rocchio was born. He is a Venezuelan professional baseball shortstop.

July 2017: Signed by Cleveland Indians

In July 2017, Rocchio was signed as an international free agent by the Cleveland Indians.

2018: Professional Debut

In 2018, Rocchio made his professional debut with the Dominican Summer League Indians.

2019: Played with Mahoning Valley Scrappers

During the 2019 season, Rocchio played the full season with the Low-A Mahoning Valley Scrappers, appearing in 69 games and hitting for a .250 batting average.

2020: No Minor League Game

In 2020, Rocchio did not play a minor league game due to the cancellation of the minor league season caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

November 19, 2021: Added to 40-man Roster

On November 19, 2021, the Cleveland Guardians selected Rocchio to their 40-man roster.

April 19, 2023: Promoted to Major Leagues

On April 19, 2023, Rocchio was promoted to the major leagues for the first time, but did not see game action and was optioned back to Columbus the following day.

2023: MLB Debut

In 2023, Brayan Rocchio made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Cleveland Guardians.

2023: Optioned to Triple-A

In 2023, Rocchio was optioned to the Triple-A Columbus Clippers to begin the season.

2024: Starting Shortstop

In 2024, Rocchio was Cleveland's opening day starting shortstop, playing regularly with solid defense but struggling as a batter. In the playoffs, he hit .333/.421/.485 in 10 games, but the Guardians lost to the New York Yankees in five games.

2025: Demoted and Returned

In 2025, Rocchio started off slowly and was demoted to Triple-A in May, but he returned to the Guardians on July 1. On September 28th, Rocchio hit a walk-off three-run home run in the 10th inning against the Texas Rangers.