Gleyber Torres's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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Gleyber Torres

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. Previously with the New York Yankees, he debuted in MLB in 2018. Torres is a three-time All-Star, earning the honor in 2018, 2019 and 2025.

1997: Mariners Home Run Record

In 1997, the Seattle Mariners set the record for most home runs in a single season, a record broken by the Yankees in 2018, partially thanks to Torres.

2009: Yankees Reach World Series

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

2018: Yankees Home Run Record and AL Rookie of the Year Award Finalist

In 2018, Gleyber Torres helped the Yankees break the record for most home runs in a single season and was a finalist for the American League Rookie of the Year Award.

2018: American League All-Star

In 2018, Gleyber was announced as an American League All-Star for the second time in his career.

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.

October 13, 2019: Youngest Second Baseman with Four or More 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: Finished 17th in MVP Voting

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

2023: 100th Career Home Run

In 2023, Gleyber Torres hit his 100th career home run against the Philadelphia Phillies and was named a finalist for the Silver Slugger Award.

July 2, 2025: All-Star Selection

On July 2, 2025, Gleyber Torres was voted in as the starting AL second baseman for the 2025 All-Star Game.