History of Eugenio Suárez in Timeline

Eugenio Suárez is a Venezuelan professional baseball third baseman currently playing for the Seattle Mariners in MLB. He began his MLB career with the Detroit Tigers in 2014, after signing as an amateur free agent in 2008. He has also played for the Cincinnati Reds and Arizona Diamondbacks. Suárez is recognized for his skills as a third baseman and his contributions to various MLB teams throughout his career.

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July 18, 1991: Eugenio Suárez is born

Eugenio Alejandro Suárez was born on July 18, 1991.

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October 9, 2008: Signed with the Detroit Tigers

On October 9, 2008, Eugenio Suárez signed with the Detroit Tigers as an amateur free agent.

2008: Signed with the Detroit Tigers

In 2008, Eugenio Suárez signed with the Detroit Tigers as an amateur free agent.

December 11, 2014: Traded to the Cincinnati Reds

On December 11, 2014, Eugenio Suárez was traded by the Detroit Tigers, along with minor league pitcher Jonathon Crawford, to the Cincinnati Reds for starting pitcher Alfredo Simón.

2014: Traded to the Reds

Following the 2014 season, Eugenio Suárez was traded to the Cincinnati Reds.

2014: MLB debut with the Tigers

In 2014, Eugenio Suárez made his MLB debut with the Detroit Tigers.

June 11, 2015: Reds' Regular Starting Shortstop

On June 11, 2015, Eugenio Suárez became the Cincinnati Reds' regular starting shortstop after Zack Cozart's season-ending injury.

2015: Finished the 2015 season with a .284 batting average, with 13 home runs and 48 RBIs

He finished the 2015 season with a .284 batting average, with 13 home runs and 48 RBIs, and was second among NL shortstops in errors, with 19.

2017: Hit 26 home runs and drove in 82 runs while batting .260.

In 2017, he hit 26 home runs and drove in 82 runs while batting .260.

March 16, 2018: Signed contract extension with the Reds

On March 16, 2018, Eugenio Suárez signed a seven-year, $66 million contract with the Cincinnati Reds through the 2024 season, with a club option for 2025.

2018: Signed Contract Extension with the Reds and All-Star Selection

In 2018, Eugenio Suárez signed a seven-year contract extension with the Cincinnati Reds. In July 2018, while batting .315 with 19 home runs and 68 RBIs, Suárez was named to his first MLB All-Star Game.

October 2019: Awarded the Luis Aparicio Award

In October 2019, Eugenio Suárez was awarded the Luis Aparicio Award, given annually to the best Venezuelan player in MLB.

2019: Sets Home Run Record for Venezuelan-Born Players

In 2019, Eugenio Suárez hit 49 home runs, which set a new single-season record for Venezuelan-born players and also led the NL. He also led the National League in pull percentage (52%).

January 28, 2020: Underwent right shoulder surgery

On January 28, 2020, Eugenio Suárez underwent right shoulder surgery to remove torn, loose cartilage, an injury that occurred during a swimming pool mishap at his residence in Pinecrest, Florida. He injured his shoulder when he dove head-first into the shallow part of his home's pool and hit the bottom of the pool.

March 14, 2022: Traded to the Seattle Mariners

On March 14, 2022, Eugenio Suárez and Jesse Winker were traded by the Cincinnati Reds to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for Justin Dunn, Jake Fraley, Brandon Williamson, and Connor Phillips.

April 2022: Previous farthest hit

In April 2022, Christian Walker blasted a 467-foot shot.

2022: Traded to the Mariners

In 2022, Eugenio Suárez was traded to the Seattle Mariners. On March 14, 2022, the Reds traded Suárez and Jesse Winker to the Seattle Mariners.

November 22, 2023: Traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks

On November 22, 2023, the Seattle Mariners traded Eugenio Suárez to the Arizona Diamondbacks for Carlos Vargas and Seby Zavala.

November 2024: Diamondbacks exercise Suárez's option

In November 2024, the Arizona Diamondbacks exercised Eugenio Suárez's $15 million option for the 2025 season.

2024: First year with Diamondbacks

In 2024, his first year with the Diamondbacks, Suarez played in 158 games and batted .256/.319/.469 with a league-leading 11 sacrifice flies, along with 30 home runs and 101 RBI.

2024: Contract Extension

On March 16, 2018, Eugenio Suárez signed a seven-year, $66 million contract with the Cincinnati Reds through the 2024 season, with a club option for 2025.

March 31, 2025: Named NL Player of the Week

On March 31, 2025, Eugenio Suárez was named the National League Player of the Week for the first week of the season.

April 26, 2025: Suárez hits four home runs in one game

On April 26, 2025, Eugenio Suárez became the 19th player in MLB history to hit four home runs in a single game while playing for the Arizona Diamondbacks. He accomplished this feat against the Atlanta Braves.

July 2025: Diamondbacks trade Suárez back to Seattle

In July 2025, the Arizona Diamondbacks traded Eugenio Suárez back to the Seattle Mariners.

July 31, 2025: Traded back to the Mariners

On July 31, 2025, the Arizona Diamondbacks traded Eugenio Suárez to the Seattle Mariners.

2025: Diamondbacks exercise Suárez's option

In November 2024, the Arizona Diamondbacks exercised Eugenio Suárez's $15 million option for the 2025 season.

2025: Contract Extension

On March 16, 2018, Eugenio Suárez signed a seven-year, $66 million contract with the Cincinnati Reds through the 2024 season, with a club option for 2025.