Career Timeline of Brent Rooker: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Brent Rooker, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Terry Brent Rooker Jr. is a professional baseball player currently with the Oakland Athletics in MLB. He plays as a designated hitter and outfielder. Rooker debuted in MLB in 2020, and has previously played for the Minnesota Twins, San Diego Padres, and Kansas City Royals. He was selected as an All-Star in 2023 and 2025 and won a Silver Slugger Award in 2024.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2015: Played for Mississippi State

In 2015, Rooker played in 34 games for Mississippi State, hitting .257 with two home runs and 12 RBIs.

2017: Drafted by Minnesota Twins

In 2017, the Minnesota Twins selected Rooker with the 35th overall pick in the MLB draft, and he signed for a $1.935 million bonus. He played for the Elizabethton Twins and Fort Myers Miracle, batting .281 with 18 home runs and 52 RBIs.

2018: Chattanooga Lookouts Season

In 2018, Rooker played for the Chattanooga Lookouts, batting .254 with 22 home runs and 79 RBIs.

September 4, 2020: Major League Debut

On September 4, 2020, Rooker was promoted to the major leagues and made his debut against the Detroit Tigers.

2020: MLB Debut

In 2020, Brent Rooker made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut.

April 7, 2022: Traded to San Diego Padres

On April 7, 2022, the Twins traded Rooker, Taylor Rogers, and cash considerations to the San Diego Padres for Chris Paddack, Emilio Pagán, and Brayan Medina.

August 2, 2022: Traded to Kansas City Royals

On August 2, 2022, the Padres traded Rooker to the Kansas City Royals for Cam Gallagher. He batted .160 in 14 games for Kansas City. Later, on November 15, he was designated for assignment.

November 17, 2022: Claimed by Oakland Athletics

On November 17, 2022, Rooker was claimed off waivers by the Oakland Athletics.

2024: 2024 Season with the Athletics

During the 2024 season, Rooker started as the Athletics' clean-up hitter. He was later placed on the injured list in April, but named American League Player of the Week in May. He finished the season with .293/.365/.562, 39 home runs, and 112 RBI. On October 4, Rooker underwent extensor repair surgery in his right forearm.