Gleyber Torres's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Gleyber Torres. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Gleyber Torres is a Venezuelan professional baseball player, currently a second baseman 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. He is known for his offensive capabilities and defensive versatility.

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1936: Joe DiMaggio's Record

In 1936, Joe DiMaggio set a record that Gleyber Torres matched in 2019, becoming the fourth youngest Yankee to achieve the feat since DiMaggio.

1937: Joe DiMaggio's Home Run Season

In 1937, Joe DiMaggio hit 46 home runs, setting a high standard for young Yankees players. Gleyber Torres joined him in 2019 as the second Yankee to hit 30 or more home runs in a single season aged 22 or younger.

1969: Youngest Yankee to Homer Since John Ellis

In 1969, John Ellis had the distinction of being the youngest Yankee to hit a home run, a record that stood until Gleyber Torres broke it in 2018.

1997: Seattle Mariners' Home Run Record

In 1997, the Seattle Mariners set the record for most home runs in a single season, a record that was later surpassed by the Yankees in 2018.

2009: Yankees' World Series Appearance

In 2009, Gleyber Torres helped the Yankees reach their first World Series since 2009. The Yankees lost the World Series to the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Torres became a free agent.

2018: All-Star Selection

Gleyber Torres was an American League All-Star in 2018.

2018: MLB Debut and All-Star Selection

In 2018, Torres made his MLB debut with the New York Yankees and was also named an All-Star for the first time that year.

2018: Yankees' Home Run Record

In 2018, Torres was part of the Yankees team that hit 265 home runs, surpassing the 1997 Seattle Mariners for the most home runs in a single season. He also finished third in balloting for the American League Rookie of the Year Award.

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

On April 4, 2019, Gleyber Torres became the fourth youngest Yankee since Joe DiMaggio in 1936 to record four hits and three extra base hits in a game. He went 4-for-4 with a double, two home runs and four RBIs against the Baltimore Orioles.

October 13, 2019: Youngest Second Baseman with Four RBIs

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