History of J. C. Escarra in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 21, 2025

Juan Carlos Escarra is an American professional baseball catcher currently playing for the New York Yankees in MLB. He began his Major League Baseball career in 2025. He is a professional athlete.

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April 24, 1995: Juan Carlos Escarra Born

On April 24, 1995, Juan Carlos Escarra was born. He is an American professional baseball catcher.

2013: Drafted by the New York Mets

In 2013, Escarra was drafted by the New York Mets in the 32nd round of the Major League Baseball draft, but he chose to attend Florida International University (FIU) instead.

2014: Played for the Staunton Braves

In 2014, Escarra played collegiate summer baseball for the Staunton Braves of the Valley Baseball League.

2015: Played for the Brewster Whitecaps

In 2015, Escarra played for the Brewster Whitecaps of the Cape Cod Baseball League.

2017: Drafted by the Baltimore Orioles

In 2017, Escarra was selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the 15th round of the Major League Baseball draft and made his professional debut with the rookie-level Gulf Coast League Orioles, hitting .224 in 58 games.

2018: Split season between Aberdeen IronBirds and Frederick Keys

In 2018, Escarra split the season between the Low-A Aberdeen IronBirds and High-A Frederick Keys, batting .315 with 7 home runs and 38 RBIs in 63 games.

2019: Played for Frederick Keys

In 2019, Escarra played in 127 games for Frederick Keys, hitting .235 with 13 home runs and 57 RBIs.

2020: No game played due to COVID-19 pandemic

In 2020, Escarra did not play in a game due to the cancellation of the minor league season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021: Played for Bowie Baysox and Norfolk Tides

In 2021, Escarra returned to action with the Double-A Bowie Baysox and Triple-A Norfolk Tides, batting .223 with eight home runs and 38 RBIs in 95 games.

April 6, 2022: Released by the Orioles

On April 6, 2022, Escarra was released by the Orioles organization.

April 7, 2022: Signed with Kansas City Monarchs

On April 7, 2022, Escarra signed with the Kansas City Monarchs of the American Association, where he mostly played catcher, hitting .291 with 12 home runs and 35 RBIs in 70 games.

October 2022: Married Jocelyn

In October 2022, Escarra married his wife, Jocelyn.

April 13, 2023: Signed with Gastonia Honey Hunters

On April 13, 2023, Escarra signed with the Gastonia Honey Hunters of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, slashing .348/.423/.707 with 15 home runs and 41 RBIs in 41 appearances.

July 14, 2023: Traded to Algodoneros de Unión Laguna

On July 14, 2023, Escarra was traded to the Algodoneros de Unión Laguna. He hit .263 with one home run and 14 RBIs in 21 games.

January 11, 2024: Signed Minor League Contract with New York Yankees

On January 11, 2024, Escarra signed a minor league contract with the New York Yankees, including an invitation to spring training. He started the season for the Somerset Patriots and was later promoted to the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders.