History of Jackie Bradley Jr. in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: December 14, 2024

Jackie Bradley Jr. (JBJ) is an American professional baseball outfielder currently a free agent. He's played for the Boston Red Sox, Milwaukee Brewers, Toronto Blue Jays, and Kansas City Royals. Standing at 5'10" and weighing 200 pounds, he's a left-handed batter and right-handed thrower.

2011: Death of Matt Saye

In 2011, Jackie Bradley Jr.'s close friend, Matt Saye, died in a car accident. Bradley Jr. honors Saye by writing "M.S." in the dirt before each at bat.

June 2016: Birth of First Child

Jackie Bradley Jr.'s first child, a daughter, was born in June 2016.

December 2020: Birth of Second Child

Bradley Jr.'s second child, a son, was born in December 2020.

2020: 2020 Red Sox Season

During the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Jackie Bradley Jr. played as the primary center fielder for the Boston Red Sox. He hit .283 with seven home runs and 22 RBIs in 55 games. He elected free agency on October 28, 2020.

March 8, 2021: Signs with Milwaukee Brewers

On March 8, 2021, Jackie Bradley Jr. officially signed a two-year, $24 million contract with the Milwaukee Brewers.

December 1, 2021: Traded back to Red Sox

On December 1, 2021, the Brewers traded Bradley Jr. back to the Boston Red Sox along with David Hamilton and Alex Binelas in exchange for Hunter Renfroe.

June 2022: Birth of Third Child

Bradley Jr.'s third child, a daughter, was born in June 2022.

August 9, 2022: Signs with Toronto Blue Jays

On August 9, 2022, Bradley Jr. signed a one-year contract with the Toronto Blue Jays.

2022: 2022 Red Sox Season and MLB pitching debut

In 2022, Bradley Jr. played primarily as a right fielder for the Red Sox. He also made his major league pitching debut on July 8, 2022, against the Yankees. The Red Sox released Bradley Jr. on August 4, 2022.

March 1, 2023: Signs with Kansas City Royals

On March 1, 2023, Jackie Bradley Jr. signed a minor league contract with the Kansas City Royals. He made the major league team out of spring training but was designated for assignment on June 12 and waived on June 16.