History of Edwin Díaz in Timeline

Edwin Díaz is a Puerto Rican professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the New York Mets in MLB. He debuted in MLB in 2016 and previously played for the Seattle Mariners. Known for his high velocity fastball and slider, Díaz quickly became one of the league's premier closers, earning accolades for his performance and impact on the Mets' bullpen.

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March 22, 1994: Edwin Díaz Born

On March 22, 1994, Edwin Orlando Díaz Laboy was born. He is a Puerto Rican professional baseball pitcher.

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1997: Tied Franchise Record

In 1997, a franchise record was set that Edwin Diaz would later tie.

2004: Last time pitcher recorded four saves in single series

In 2004, a pitcher last recorded four saves in a single series before Diaz matched the feat.

2008: Francisco Rodríguez's Save Record

In 2008, Francisco Rodríguez set a record of 23 saves when entering a game with a one-run lead for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.

September 27, 2012: Doug Fister sets AL record

On September 27, 2012, Doug Fister set the American League record with 9 consecutive strikeouts.

2014: Fernando Rodney's Franchise Record

In 2014, Fernando Rodney held the Mariners' franchise single-season saves record with 48 saves.

June 4, 2016: Called up to Major Leagues

On June 4, 2016, Edwin Díaz was called up to the major leagues for the first time.

August 25, 2018: 50 Saves and a Manager's Haircut

On August 25, 2018, Díaz became the youngest pitcher to collect 50 saves in a season after closing a 4–3 victory over the Diamondbacks, resulting in Seattle manager Scott Servais getting a haircut like Díaz's as a result of a bet.

May 17, 2022: Brother Alexis Díaz earns first save

On May 17, 2022, Edwin Díaz's younger brother, Alexis Díaz, who pitches for the Los Angeles Dodgers, earned his first save, making them the third set of brothers to both earn a save on the same day.

2023: Injury during WBC celebration

In 2023, Edwin Díaz pitched in the World Baseball Classic (WBC) and suffered a right knee injury during the celebration after closing the final pool play game against the Dominican Republic, which ended his participation in the tournament. Earlier in the tournament, he pitched in a game against Israel, which concluded via the mercy rule in the eighth inning, although it did not qualify as an official perfect game.