History of Gleyber Torres in Timeline

Gleyber Torres is a Venezuelan professional baseball second baseman currently playing for the Detroit Tigers in MLB. He previously played for the New York Yankees, making his major league debut in 2018. Torres quickly established himself as a key player, earning All-Star selections in 2018, 2019, and 2025. Known for his offensive capabilities and fielding prowess, Torres remains a notable figure in professional baseball.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1936: Joe DiMaggio's Record

In 1936, Joe DiMaggio accomplished the feat of four hits and three extra-base hits in a game, a record Gleyber Torres approached in 2019.

1937: Joe DiMaggio Home Run Season

In 1937, Joe DiMaggio hit 46 home runs.

1969: Youngest Yankee Homer Since John Ellis

In 1969, John Ellis was the youngest Yankee to hit a home run.

December 13, 1996: Gleyber Torres Born

On December 13, 1996, Gleyber David Torres Castro was born. He is a Venezuelan professional baseball second baseman.

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1997: Mariners Home Run Record

In 1997, the Seattle Mariners held the record for most home runs in a single season.

2009: Yankees Reach World Series

Gleyber Torres became a contributor for the Yankees and helped them reach their first World Series since 2009.

2013: Signed with Chicago Cubs

In 2013, Torres signed with the Chicago Cubs as an international free agent for a $1.7 million signing bonus.

2014: Meeting Elizabeth

In 2014, Gleyber Torres met his long-time girlfriend Elizabeth in his hometown of Caracas.

2014: Professional Debut

In 2014, Torres made his professional debut with the Arizona Cubs and was later promoted to the Boise Hawks.

2015: Promotion to Myrtle Beach Pelicans

In 2015, Gleyber Torres began the season with the South Bend Cubs and was promoted to the Myrtle Beach Pelicans in September.

July 25, 2016: Trade to the Yankees

On July 25, 2016, Gleyber Torres was traded by the Cubs to the Yankees along with Adam Warren, Billy McKinney, and Rashad Crawford for Aroldis Chapman.

2016: Season Start with Myrtle Beach

In 2016, Gleyber Torres started the season with Myrtle Beach.

April 2017: Marriage to Elizabeth

In April 2017, Gleyber Torres married his long-time girlfriend Elizabeth.

2017: Injury and Tommy John Surgery

In 2017, Gleyber Torres suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow and was ruled out for the season after undergoing Tommy John surgery.

March 13, 2018: Optioned to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre

On March 13, 2018, Gleyber Torres was optioned to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to begin the year.

April 22, 2018: MLB Debut

On April 22, 2018, Gleyber Torres made his MLB debut as the second baseman against the Toronto Blue Jays.

2018: Yankees Home Run Record and Rookie of the Year

In 2018, Gleyber Torres helped the Yankees surpass the 1997 Seattle Mariners for most home runs in a single season. He finished third in balloting for the American League Rookie of the Year Award.

2018: MLB Debut and All-Star Selection

In 2018, Gleyber Torres made his MLB debut with the New York Yankees and was named an All-Star.

2018: All-Star Selection

In 2018, after batting .294 with 15 home runs, Gleyber Torres was selected to the 2018 All-Star Game, his first All-Star appearance, but he did not play in the game due to injury.

April 4, 2019: Four Hits and Three Extra Base Hits

On April 4, 2019, Gleyber Torres became the fourth youngest Yankee with four hits and three extra base hits in a game since Joe DiMaggio did it in 1936.

June 19, 2019: First Career Grand Slam

On June 19, 2019, Gleyber Torres hit his 39th career home run and his first career grand slam off Oliver Drake of the Tampa Bay Rays.

August 2, 2019: Second Career Grand Slam

On August 2, 2019, Gleyber Torres hit his second career grand slam against Eduardo Rodríguez of the Boston Red Sox.

October 13, 2019: Youngest Second Baseman with Four RBIs

On October 13, 2019, Gleyber Torres became the youngest second baseman in MLB history to record at least four RBIs in a game.

2019: Season Stats and MVP Voting

Gleyber Torres ended the 2019 season with 38 home runs and a .535 slugging percentage, finishing 17th in MVP voting.

2019: All-Star Selection

In 2019, Gleyber Torres was named an All-Star.

2020: Pandemic-Shortened Season

During the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Gleyber Torres led all AL shortstops with nine errors.

2021: Return to Second Base

In 2021, after struggling at shortstop, the Yankees moved Gleyber Torres back to second base in September.

March 20, 2022: Birth of Son

On March 20, 2022, Gleyber Torres and his wife Elizabeth welcomed their first child, a son.

2022: Season Performance

In 2022, Gleyber Torres batted .257 with 24 home runs and 76 RBIs.

2022: Yankees Acquisition of Isiah Kiner-Falefa

In 2022, the Yankees acquired Isiah Kiner-Falefa to play shortstop, keeping Gleyber Torres at second base.

2023: 100th Career Home Run

In 2023, Gleyber Torres hit his 100th career home run on April 3. He finished the season with a .273 batting average, 25 home runs, and was named a finalist for the Silver Slugger Award.

December 27, 2024: Signed with the Detroit Tigers

On December 27, 2024, Gleyber Torres signed a one-year, $15 million contract with the Detroit Tigers.

2025: All-Star Selection

In 2025, Gleyber Torres was named an All-Star.

2025: All-Star Selection and Contract Offer

In 2025, Gleyber Torres was voted in as the starting AL second baseman for the All-Star Game. On November 18, he accepted the Tigers $22 million qualifying offer to remain with the team for another season.