Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Dustin May

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 4, 2026

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Dustin May made an impact.

Dustin May is a professional baseball pitcher, currently playing for the St. Louis Cardinals in MLB. Drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2016, he debuted in MLB in 2019. May was a member of the Dodgers' World Series-winning team in 2020 and has also played for the Boston Red Sox.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2016: Dodgers Draft & Signing

In 2016, Dustin May was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third round and signed with them for a $1 million signing bonus, foregoing his commitment to Texas Tech Red Raiders.

2016: Drafted by the Dodgers

In 2016, Dustin May was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third round of the Major League Baseball draft.

2017: Minor League Season

In 2017, Dustin May played for the Great Lakes Loons and the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes, achieving a combined record of 9-6 with a 3.63 ERA.

2018: All-Star Selection & Playoff Game Start

In 2018, Dustin May was selected for the California League post-season all-star team and started the Drillers' title-clinching playoff game, allowing two runs in five innings.

August 2, 2019: MLB Debut

On August 2, 2019, Dustin May made his major league debut for the Dodgers as the starting pitcher against the San Diego Padres, pitching 5 2/3 innings.

2019: MLB Debut

In 2019, Dustin May made his Major League Baseball debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2019: All-Star Selections & Triple-A Promotion

In 2019, Dustin May was selected to the mid-season Texas League All-Star Game and the All-Star Futures Game. On June 27, he was promoted to the Triple-A Oklahoma City Dodgers. He had a combined record of 6-5 with a 4.13 ERA.

2020: World Series Win

In 2020, Dustin May and the Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series.

2020: Opening Day Starter

In the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Dustin May was selected to start for the Dodgers on Opening Day after Clayton Kershaw's injury.

August 20, 2022: Return from Tommy John Surgery

On August 20, 2022, Dustin May made his first start after recovering from Tommy John surgery, striking out nine in five scoreless innings against the Miami Marlins.

2024: Contract Agreement and Esophageal Tear Surgery

In 2024, Dustin May agreed to a $2.135 million contract with the Dodgers but began the season on the injured list. In July, he underwent surgery for an esophageal tear, ending his season.

April 1, 2025: Return to the Mound

On April 1, 2025, Dustin May started for the Dodgers against the Atlanta Braves, pitching five innings with six strikeouts while allowing only one unearned run.

July 31, 2025: Trade to the Red Sox

On July 31, 2025, Dustin May was traded by the Dodgers to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for James Tibbs III and Zach Ehrhard.

December 17, 2025: Signs with the Cardinals

On December 17, 2025, Dustin May signed a one-year, $12.5 million contract with the St. Louis Cardinals, including a mutual option for the 2027 season.