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 outfielder and first baseman currently playing for the San Diego Padres in MLB. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first round of the 2014 MLB draft. Before joining the Padres, Joe played for the San Francisco Giants, Colorado Rockies, and Pittsburgh Pirates.

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2011: Played for the Kelowna Falcons

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

2013: Played for the Chatham Anglers

In 2013, Connor Joe played collegiate summer baseball with the Chatham Anglers of the Cape Cod Baseball League and was named a league all-star.

2014: Drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates

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

2015: Professional Debut with West Virginia Power

In 2015, Connor Joe made his professional debut with the West Virginia Power, batting .245/.366/.303 during the year.

2016: Played with the Bradenton Marauders

During the 2016 season, Connor Joe played in High-A with the Bradenton Marauders, slashing .277/.351/.392 in 107 games, while playing third base. He also played in the Arizona Fall League after the season.

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.

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 batted .240/.338/.380.

2018: Played for 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 career-highs in home runs (17) and RBI (55).

2018: Selected by the Cincinnati Reds in the Rule 5 draft

In 2018, Connor Joe was selected by the Cincinnati Reds in the Rule 5 draft.

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.

April 13, 2019: Returned to the Dodgers

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

November 2, 2020: Became a free agent

Connor Joe became a free agent on November 2, 2020.

November 20, 2020: Signed with the Colorado Rockies

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

May 7, 2021: Selected to the active roster for the Colorado Rockies

On May 7, 2021, Connor Joe was selected to the active roster of the Colorado Rockies. He played first base and left field during the season.

December 18, 2022: Traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates

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

2022: Played for the Colorado Rockies

In 2022, Connor Joe played for the Colorado Rockies, batting .238/.338/.359 with seven home runs and 28 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 the San Diego Padres

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