Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Dustin May

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

Dustin May is a professional baseball pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Drafted in 2016, he debuted in MLB in 2019 and was a member of the Dodgers' 2020 World Series-winning team. He is an American.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1981: Youngest Opening Day Starter

In 2020, Dustin May became the youngest opening day starter for the Dodgers since Fernando Valenzuela in 1981.

2016: Drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers

In 2016, Dustin May was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third round of the Major League Baseball Draft and signed with them for a $1 million signing bonus, forgoing his commitment to play college baseball for the Texas Tech Red Raiders.

2017: Played for Great Lakes Loons and Rancho Cucamonga Quakes

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

August 2, 2019: Major League Debut

On August 2, 2019, Dustin May was called up to the majors and made his debut for the Dodgers as the starting pitcher against the San Diego Padres.

2019: MLB Debut

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

2019: Promotion to AAA Oklahoma City Dodgers

In 2019, Dustin May was selected to the mid-season Texas League All-Star Game and the All-Star Futures Game. Dustin May was promoted to the AAA Oklahoma City Dodgers on June 27.

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: First Start After Recovery

On August 20, 2022, Dustin May made his first start after returning from his recovery and struck out nine while allowing only one hit in five scoreless innings against the Miami Marlins.

2024: Contract Agreement and Surgery for Esophageal Tear

In 2024, Dustin May and the Dodgers agreed to a $2.135 million contract in salary arbitration. However, he began the season on the 60-day injured list and underwent surgery for an esophageal tear in July, ending his chance to return in 2024.

April 1, 2025: Return to Major League Mound

On April 1, 2025, Dustin May started for the Dodgers against the Atlanta Braves, pitching five innings with six strikeouts and allowing only one unearned run, marking his return to a major league mound.