History of George Springer in Timeline

George Springer is a professional baseball outfielder and designated hitter currently playing for the Toronto Blue Jays. Before joining the Blue Jays, he played for the Houston Astros from 2014 to 2020. He has primarily played right field but has also played center field. Born in New Britain, Connecticut, Springer is of Puerto Rican and Panamanian descent.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1976: George Springer Jr. in Little League World Series

In 1976, George Springer's father, George Jr., competed in the Little League World Series.

September 19, 1989: George Springer Born

On September 19, 1989, George Chelston Springer III was born. He is an American professional baseball outfielder and designated hitter.

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April 16, 2014: MLB Debut

On April 16, 2014, George Springer made his MLB debut for the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park against the Kansas City Royals. He recorded his first career hit, an infield single, against Royals pitcher Jeremy Guthrie.

May 8, 2014: First MLB Home Run

On May 8, 2014, George Springer hit his first career home run in MLB. It was at Comerica Park off Detroit Tigers pitcher Drew Smyly.

July 23, 2014: Placed on 15-day Disabled List

On July 23, 2014, George Springer was placed on the 15-day disabled list due to a left quad strain.

April 12, 2015: Amazing Catch against the Rangers

On April 12, 2015, during a game against the Texas Rangers, George Springer robbed Leonys Martín of a potential game-winning grand slam with a leaping catch at the wall in the 10th inning.

2016: Little League Parents of the Year

In 2016, George Springer's parents, George Jr. and Laura, were named Little League Parents of the Year for their volunteer work.

January 20, 2018: Marriage to Charlise Castro

On January 20, 2018, Springer married Charlise Castro, who played softball for the Albany Great Danes at the University at Albany.

March 28, 2019: Tied Consecutive Opening Day Home Runs

On March 28, 2019, George Springer tied with Khris Davis for consecutive Opening Day home runs, hitting his third.

April 23, 2019: Homophobic Slur Incident

On April 23, 2019, Springer used a homophobic slur against the game's umpire, Ángel Hernández, during a seven-game homestand.

2019: 30th Home Run of the Season

In 2019, Springer hit his 30th home run of the season with a leadoff homer in the first inning against the Kansas City Royals on September 19. This marked the first time since 2019 that he achieved 30 homers in a season.

March 2020: Donation to Minute Maid Park Employees

In March 2020, Springer donated $100,000 to Minute Maid Park employees during the COVID-19 pandemic.

January 23, 2021: Springer signed with the Toronto Blue Jays

On January 23, 2021, George Springer signed a six-year, $150 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays.

2022: All-Star Selection and Wild Card Berth

In 2022, Springer earned his fourth All-Star selection and played a key role in leading the Blue Jays to a Wild Card berth. During the American League Wild Card Series against the Seattle Mariners, Springer's injury in the second game, caused by a collision with Bo Bichette while trying to catch a ball, resulted in him being carted off the field and the Mariners completing a series sweep.

June 25, 2023: 55th Career Leadoff Home Run

On June 25, 2023, Springer hit his 55th career leadoff home run, ranking him second all-time in leadoff home runs.

July 8, 2023: Paternity Leave

On July 8, 2023, Springer was placed on MLB paternity leave in anticipation of the birth of his second child.

July 2023: Birth of Second Child

In July 2023, Springer and his wife Charlise Castro welcomed their second child.

September 24, 2023: Inside-the-Park Home Run

On September 24, 2023, Springer hit an inside-the-park home run in a road game against the Tampa Bay Rays.

2024: Career Low Batting Average

In 2024, Springer struggled and finished with a career-low batting average of .220. He was moved out of the leadoff spot in mid-May.

July 2025: AL Player of the Week

In July 2025, Springer was named MLB's AL player of the week after leading the Blue Jays in a four-game sweep of the New York Yankees and a sweep of the Los Angeles Angels. He hit four home runs and drove in 11 RBIs during the series, including two home runs on July 1.