Discover the career path of Harrison Bader, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Harrison Bader is a professional baseball center fielder currently playing for the Minnesota Twins in MLB. Nicknamed "Tots," he has also played for the St. Louis Cardinals, New York Yankees, Cincinnati Reds, and New York Mets. Bader is known for his defensive skills and athleticism in center field.
1985: First Inside-the-Park Home Run since Vince Coleman
On May 10, 2022, Bader hit the first inside-the-park home run by a Cardinal since Vince Coleman in 1985.
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2015: Professional Debut and Promotion to Peoria
In 2015, after being drafted, Bader signed with the Cardinals, debuted with the State College Spikes, and was quickly promoted to the Peoria Chiefs.
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2015: Drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals
In 2015, the St. Louis Cardinals selected Bader in the third round of the MLB draft.
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April 2016: Hit Streak with Springfield Cardinals
In April 2016, Bader had a hit streak with the Springfield Cardinals that fell one game short of tying the club record.
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July 6, 2016: Promotion to Memphis Redbirds
On July 6, 2016, Bader was promoted to the Class AAA Memphis Redbirds.
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July 25, 2017: Promotion to Major Leagues
On July 25, 2017, Bader was promoted to the major leagues by the Cardinals.
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September 1, 2017: First MLB Home Run
On September 1, 2017, Bader hit his first MLB home run off Johnny Cueto, leading the Cardinals to victory.
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2017: MLB Debut with the St. Louis Cardinals
In 2017, Bader made his MLB debut with the St. Louis Cardinals.
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2018: Finished Rookie Campaign
Bader finished his 2018 rookie season batting .264 with 12 home runs and 15 stolen bases.
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2018: Starting Center Fielder for the Cardinals
In 2018, Bader became the starting center fielder for the St. Louis Cardinals after Tommy Pham was traded.
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2019: Finished 2019 Regular Season
Bader finished the 2019 regular season with a .205 batting average, 12 home runs, and 11 stolen bases.
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2019: Demotion and Recall to St. Louis
In 2019, Bader was demoted to Memphis due to struggles at the plate, but was later recalled to St. Louis.
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2020: Played in Pandemic-Shortened Season
In the COVID-19 pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Bader had a .226 batting average with 4 home runs.
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2021: Finished 2021 Season
Bader finished the 2021 season with a .267 batting average, 16 home runs, and 9 stolen bases.
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April 3, 2022: Agreed to Contract with Cardinals
On April 3, 2022, Bader agreed to a two-year, $10.4 million contract with the Cardinals to avoid arbitration.
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August 2, 2022: Traded to the Yankees
On August 2, 2022, the Cardinals traded Bader to the New York Yankees.
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2022: Traded to the New York Yankees
In 2022, the Cardinals traded Bader to the New York Yankees.
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August 31, 2023: Claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Reds
On August 31, 2023, Harrison Bader was claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Reds, marking a transition in his MLB career.
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2023: Claimed by the Cincinnati Reds
In 2023, Bader was claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Reds.
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January 5, 2024: Signed with the New York Mets
On January 5, 2024, Harrison Bader signed a one-year, $10.5 million contract with the New York Mets, solidifying his place in the team's outfield.
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2024: Signed with the New York Mets
In 2024, Bader signed with the New York Mets as a free agent.
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February 7, 2025: Signed with the Minnesota Twins
On February 7, 2025, Harrison Bader signed a one-year, $6.25 million contract with the Minnesota Twins including a mutual option for 2026, marking a new chapter in his baseball career.
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2025: Signed with the Minnesota Twins
In 2025, Bader signed with the Minnesota Twins.
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