History of Carlos Rodón in Timeline

Carlos Rodón is a professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the New York Yankees. He previously played for the Chicago White Sox and the San Francisco Giants. Notably, Rodón has been selected as an MLB All-Star twice in his career, highlighting his achievements and recognition within the sport.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1968: NC State at College World Series

In 1968, NC State went to the College World Series for the first time since 2013, when Carlos Rodón led the team to the College World Series.

December 10, 1992: Carlos Rodón Born

On December 10, 1992, Carlos Antonio Rodón was born. He is an American professional baseball pitcher.

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2010: Notable High School Season

During his junior year in 2010 at Holly Springs High School, Carlos Rodón threw a no-hitter, two one-hitters, and four shutouts, finishing with a 10–1 record.

2011: State Championship

In 2011, Carlos Rodón led Holly Springs High School to the North Carolina 4A state championship with an 11-0 record.

2011: Declined MLB Draft

In 2011, Carlos Rodón was selected by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 16th round of the Major League Baseball draft, but he chose not to sign in order to attend North Carolina State University.

2012: Freshman Success at NC State

In 2012, as a freshman for the NC State Wolfpack, Carlos Rodón achieved a 9–0 record with a 1.57 ERA and set a freshman record with 135 strikeouts. He was also named Atlantic Coast Conference's pitcher and freshman of the year.

2013: Team USA Summer

During the summer of 2013, Carlos Rodón played for Team USA after his sophomore year.

2013: College World Series and Awards

In 2013, Carlos Rodón led NC State to their first College World Series since 1968 and recorded 184 strikeouts, leading NCAA Division I. He also won the USA Baseball Richard W. "Dick" Case Player of the Year Award.

April 11, 2014: Career Strikeout Record

On April 11, 2014, Carlos Rodón broke the NC State school record for career strikeouts during a game against the Duke Blue Devils.

2014: Signed with White Sox

In 2014, Carlos Rodón signed with the Chicago White Sox on July 11 for a signing bonus of $6.582 million.

April 20, 2015: Called Up to White Sox

On April 20, 2015, Carlos Rodón was called up to the Chicago White Sox' major league roster.

2015: MLB Debut

In 2015, Carlos Rodón made his Major League Baseball debut with the Chicago White Sox.

July 9, 2016: Disabled List

On July 9, 2016, Carlos Rodón was placed on the 15-day disabled list due to a left wrist sprain.

2017: Limited Season Due to Injury

During the 2017 season, Carlos Rodón spent significant time on the disabled list and was only able to start 12 games.

January 2018: Married Ashley

In January 2018, Carlos Rodón and his wife, Ashley, were married in Costa Rica.

2018: Activated Off Disabled List

Carlos Rodón began the 2018 season on the 60-day disabled list with a shoulder injury but was activated off the disabled list on June 9.

March 18, 2019: Opening Day Starter

On March 18, 2019, it was announced that Carlos Rodón would be the Opening Day starter.

2020: Non-Tendered by White Sox

In 2020, Carlos Rodón appeared in 4 games for the Chicago White Sox, and on December 2, he was non-tendered by the team.

January 30, 2021: Re-signed with White Sox

On January 30, 2021, Carlos Rodón re-signed with the Chicago White Sox on a one-year, $3 million contract.

April 14, 2021: Rodón Pitches No-Hitter

On April 14, 2021, Carlos Rodón pitched the 20th no-hitter in Chicago White Sox history against the Cleveland Indians.

March 14, 2022: Signed with Giants

On March 14, 2022, Carlos Rodón signed a two-year, $44 million contract with the San Francisco Giants.

July 12, 2022: Named MLB All-Star

On July 12, 2022, Carlos Rodón was named as the MLB All-Star Game roster replacement for Josh Hader.

September 9, 2022: Giants Strikeout Record

On September 9, 2022, at Wrigley Field, Carlos Rodón struck out 11 Chicago Cubs batters, reaching double-digits in strikeouts for the 10th time that season, setting a new Giants single season franchise record.