Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Connor Joe

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

Connor Joe is a professional baseball player currently with the Seattle Mariners. Drafted in the first round in 2014, he made his MLB debut in 2019 with the San Francisco Giants. He has also played for the Colorado Rockies, Pittsburgh Pirates, San Diego Padres, and Cincinnati Reds. Joe opted out of the 2020 season to recover from testicular cancer, marking a personal battle alongside his baseball career.

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2011: Collegiate Summer Baseball

In 2011, Connor Joe played collegiate summer baseball with the Kelowna Falcons of the West Coast League prior to attending the University of San Diego.

2013: All-West Coast Conference Team

In 2013, Connor Joe was named to the All-West Coast Conference team. That summer, he played with the Chatham Anglers of the Cape Cod Baseball League and was named a league all-star.

2014: Drafted by the Pirates

In 2014, Connor Joe was selected by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first round of the MLB draft.

2015: Professional Debut

In 2015, Connor Joe made his professional debut with the West Virginia Power, achieving a batting average of .245/.366/.303.

2016: Season with Bradenton Marauders

Connor Joe spent the 2016 season with the High-A Bradenton Marauders, achieving a slash line of .277/.351/.392 in 107 games and playing third base. He also played in the Arizona Fall League for the Surprise Saguaros, batting .204/.371/.347.

August 5, 2017: Traded to the Atlanta Braves

On August 5, 2017, Connor Joe was traded to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for Sean Rodriguez. He played 20 games with the Double-A Mississippi Braves and batted .135/.233/.154.

September 25, 2017: Traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers

On September 25, 2017, Connor Joe was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for international bonus pool money.

2017: Assigned to Altoona Curve

In 2017, Connor Joe was assigned to the Double-A Altoona Curve, where he achieved a batting average of .240/.338/.380 in 74 games.

December 13, 2018: Selected by the Cincinnati Reds in the Rule 5 Draft

On December 13, 2018, Connor Joe was selected by the Cincinnati Reds in the Rule 5 draft.

2018: Time with Tulsa Drillers and Oklahoma City Dodgers

In 2018, Connor Joe split the season between the Double-A Tulsa Drillers and the Triple-A Oklahoma City Dodgers, achieving a slash line of .299/.408/.527 with career highs in home runs (17) and RBI (55).

March 21, 2019: Traded to the San Francisco Giants

On March 21, 2019, the Reds traded Connor Joe to the San Francisco Giants in exchange for Jordan Johnson and cash considerations. He became the Giants' Opening Day left fielder but was later designated for assignment on April 8.

April 13, 2019: Returned to the Dodgers

On April 13, 2019, Connor Joe cleared waivers and was returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers. He spent the rest of the season in Triple-A with Oklahoma City.

2019: MLB Debut with the Giants

In 2019, Connor Joe made his Major League Baseball debut with the San Francisco Giants.

November 20, 2020: Signed with the Colorado Rockies

On November 20, 2020, Connor Joe signed a minor league contract with the Colorado Rockies.

May 7, 2021: Selected to Rockies Active Roster

On May 7, 2021, Connor Joe was selected to the active roster of the Colorado Rockies. He primarily played first base and left field, finishing the 2021 season with a .285 batting average, eight home runs, and 35 RBI in 63 games. His season ended in September due to a hamstring injury.

December 18, 2022: Traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates

On December 18, 2022, Colorado traded Connor Joe to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for Nick Garcia.

2022: 2022 Season Performance

In 2022, Connor Joe batted .238/.338/.359 with seven home runs and 28 RBI in 467 plate appearances.

2023: 2023 Season with the Pirates

In 2023, Connor Joe played 133 games for Pittsburgh, batting .247/.339/.421 with 11 home runs and 42 RBI.

November 22, 2024: Non-Tendered by the Pirates

On November 22, 2024, the Pirates non-tendered Connor Joe, making him a free agent.

February 8, 2025: Signed with San Diego Padres

On February 8, 2025, Connor Joe signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the San Diego Padres. He was then optioned to the Triple-A El Paso Chihuahuas.

May 9, 2025: Traded to the Cincinnati Reds

On May 9, 2025, Connor Joe was traded to the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for Andrew Moore and cash considerations.

February 10, 2026: Signed with the Seattle Mariners

On February 10, 2026, Connor Joe signed a minor league contract with the Seattle Mariners and was assigned to the Triple-A Tacoma Rainiers to begin the season.