History of Brooks Lee in Timeline

Brooks Lee is an American professional baseball shortstop currently playing for the Minnesota Twins in Major League Baseball (MLB).

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February 14, 2001: Brooks Lee Born

On February 14, 2001, Brooks Thomas Lee was born. He is now an American professional baseball shortstop.

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2019: High School Senior Year and Draft Consideration

In 2019, during his senior year at San Luis Obispo High School, Brooks Lee batted .405 with 13 doubles and 25 RBIs. He withdrew from the 2019 Major League Baseball draft to honor his commitment to California Polytechnic State University. However, he was selected by the San Francisco Giants in the 35th round as a courtesy pick. He then played in the West Coast League for the Corvallis Knights, earning recognition as the league's top prospect.

2020: Knee Surgery and Shortened Season

In 2020, during his freshman year, Brooks Lee hyperextended his knee and underwent surgery, causing him to miss the start of the baseball season. He only played two games before the college baseball season was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He spent that summer playing for the Willmar Stingers in the Northwoods League.

2021: Redshirt Freshman Season Successes

In 2021, as a redshirt freshman, Brooks Lee played 55 games, achieving a batting line of .342/.411/.626 with ten home runs, 57 RBIs, and 27 doubles. He was named an All-American, Big West Conference Co-Field Player of the Year, and Big West Conference Co-Freshman Field Player of the Year. He was also a finalist for the Brooks Wallace Award. After the season, he played in the Cape Cod Baseball League for the Yarmouth–Dennis Red Sox and was named to the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team.

2022: Continued Success and Draft Preparation

In 2022, Brooks Lee continued his success, slashing .357/.462/.664 with 15 home runs and 55 RBIs and being named Big West Field Player of the Year for the second consecutive season. He was also awarded the Brooks Wallace Award. He participated in the Draft Combine in San Diego following the season.

2022: Drafted by the Minnesota Twins

In 2022, Brooks Lee was selected by the Minnesota Twins in the first round of the Major League Baseball draft, with the eighth overall pick. He signed with the team for $5.6 million.

2023: Minor League Season

In 2023, Brooks Lee played 125 games between the Wichita Wind Surge and the St. Paul Saints, slashing .275/.347/.461 with 16 home runs and 84 RBI.

July 3, 2024: MLB Debut and First Hit

On July 3, 2024, Brooks Lee made his Major League Baseball debut with the Minnesota Twins against the Detroit Tigers. He recorded his first career MLB hit in the fourth inning, a single off Keider Montero.