Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Eddie Rosario

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

Eddie Rosario is a professional baseball left fielder currently playing for the Atlanta Braves in MLB. Before joining the Braves, he played for the Minnesota Twins, Cleveland Indians, Washington Nationals and Los Angeles Dodgers. Rosario is a Puerto Rican native.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1990: Fewest Pitches for a Cycle Since 1990

In 2021, during a game on September 19, Eddie Rosario hit for the cycle against the San Francisco Giants, in four at-bats, Rosario saw five pitches, the fewest pitches seen in a cycle since at least the 1990 season.

1999: Braves' First Pennant Since 1999

In 2021, Eddie Rosario had two hits, including a three-run home run as the Braves won 4–2 and clinched their first National League pennant since 1999.

2010: Minor League Baseball Debut

In 2010, Eddie Rosario began his professional career in Minor League Baseball, playing in the Gulf Coast League.

2010: Scouted and Drafted by Twins

In 2010, Eddie Rosario was scouted by Hector Otero, who worked for the Minnesota Twins, and was subsequently selected by the Minnesota Twins in the fourth round of the MLB draft.

2010: Drafted by Minnesota Twins

In 2010, Rosario was selected by the Minnesota Twins in the fourth round of the MLB draft, marking the start of his professional baseball career.

2013: Reached Double-A

In 2013, Eddie Rosario advanced through the farm system of the Minnesota Twins and reached Double-A.

2013: World Baseball Classic Silver Medal

In 2013, Eddie Rosario played for Puerto Rico in their silver medal run of the World Baseball Classic.

2013: Suspension and World Baseball Classic

In 2013, Eddie Rosario received a 50-game suspension for using a banned substance. He also represented Puerto Rico in the 2013 World Baseball Classic, winning a silver medal.

2014: Served Suspension

Eddie Rosario served a 50-game suspension at the start of the 2014 season due to a banned substance violation.

2014: Arizona Fall League

In 2014, Eddie Rosario played in the Arizona Fall League, gaining further experience and development.

May 6, 2015: MLB Debut and Home Run

On May 6, 2015, Eddie Rosario made his major league debut, hitting a home run on the first pitch he saw against Scott Kazmir of the Oakland Athletics. He led baseball in triples with 15, and was second in outfield assists with 16.

2015: MLB Debut with Twins

In 2015, Eddie Rosario made his MLB debut with the Minnesota Twins, hitting a home run on the first pitch of his first career at-bat, marking a significant milestone in his career.

2015: Reached Triple-A

In 2015, Eddie Rosario reached Triple-A within the Minnesota Twins' farm system, continuing his progression through the minor leagues.

2016: Demotion to Triple-A

In 2016, Eddie Rosario's playing time with the Twins dwindled due to a slow start and the emergence of other players, leading to his demotion to Triple-A. He finished the year with a .269 batting average, 10 home runs, and 32 RBI.

2017: Emergence as a Top Hitter

In 2017, Eddie Rosario became the Twins' everyday left fielder and emerged as one of the AL's best hitters, batting .290 with 27 home runs and 78 RBI. He had his first career 3 home run game on June 13. He won his first Player of the Week for the week of August 13, going .444/.484/1.000 with 4 home runs.

2017: World Baseball Classic Silver Medal

In 2017, Eddie Rosario played for Puerto Rico in their silver medal run of the World Baseball Classic.

April 18, 2018: Winning Run in Puerto Rico

On April 18, 2018, Eddie Rosario scored the winning run in the bottom of the 16th inning in a game held in his homeland of Puerto Rico, giving the Minnesota Twins a 2–1 victory over the Cleveland Indians.

2019: Season Stats

In 2019, Rosario batted .276/.300/.500, swinging at the highest percentage of all pitches of all American League batters (59.1%).

December 1, 2020: Placed on Waivers

On December 1, 2020, Eddie Rosario was placed on outright waivers by the Minnesota Twins.

February 4, 2021: Signed with Cleveland Indians

On February 4, 2021, Eddie Rosario signed a one-year, $8 million contract with the Cleveland Indians.

July 30, 2021: Traded to Atlanta Braves

On July 30, 2021, Eddie Rosario was traded to the Atlanta Braves along with cash considerations in exchange for Pablo Sandoval.

2021: NLCS MVP Award

In 2021, Eddie Rosario was awarded the NLCS MVP award for his performance in the series, which included multiple four-hit games and a series-clinching home run. The 2021 Braves also became the fourth team in Major League Baseball history to record two walk-off wins in the first two games of a postseason series.

2021: World Series Win and NLCS MVP

In 2021, Eddie Rosario won the World Series with the Atlanta Braves and was named the National League Championship Series MVP, marking a significant achievement in his career.