History of Gavin Sheets in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 2, 2026

Gavin Sheets is a professional baseball first baseman currently playing for the San Diego Padres in Major League Baseball (MLB). He previously played for the Chicago White Sox, making his MLB debut in 2021. Sheets is known for his role as a first baseman in professional baseball.

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April 23, 1996: Gavin Sheets Born

Gavin Crawford Sheets was born on April 23, 1996.

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2014: Drafted by Atlanta Braves

In 2014, Sheets was selected by the Atlanta Braves in the Major League Baseball draft but did not sign.

2016: Played in Cape Cod Baseball League

In 2016, Gavin Sheets played collegiate summer baseball with the Wareham Gatemen of the Cape Cod Baseball League.

2017: Drafted and Signed with the Chicago White Sox

In 2017, Gavin Sheets was drafted in the second round by the Chicago White Sox and signed with them, receiving a $2 million signing bonus. He then began his professional career with the Arizona White Sox.

2017: All-Atlantic Coast Conference

In 2017, during his junior season, Gavin Sheets was named All-Atlantic Coast Conference.

2018: Played for Winston-Salem Dash

In 2018, Gavin Sheets played for the Winston-Salem Dash of the High-A Carolina League.

2019: Played for Birmingham Barons

In 2019, Gavin Sheets played for the Birmingham Barons of the Double-A Southern League and was later selected to play in the Arizona Fall League for the Glendale Desert Dogs.

November 20, 2020: Added to White Sox 40-man Roster

On November 20, 2020, Gavin Sheets was added to the White Sox 40-man roster to protect him from the Rule 5 draft.

2020: Season Cancellation

In 2020, Gavin Sheets did not play due to the cancellation of the minor league season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

June 3, 2021: Recalled to Major League Team

On June 3, 2021, Gavin Sheets was recalled to the major league team following an injury but was later sent back down without playing.

2021: MLB Debut and Postseason Home Run

In 2021, Gavin Sheets made his MLB debut, recorded his first hit and RBI, and hit his first major league home run. He also played in the postseason, where he hit his first postseason home run in Game 4 against the Houston Astros.

2021: MLB Debut

In 2021, Gavin Sheets made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut.

2023: 2023 Season with the White Sox

In 2023, Gavin Sheets played for the White Sox, achieving a batting average of .203/.267/.331. He struggled against left-handed pitchers and had a negative fielding run value.