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Jackson Merrill

Jackson Merrill is a professional baseball center fielder currently playing for the San Diego Padres in MLB. Drafted in the first round in 2021, he made his major league debut in 2024 and was selected for the 2024 MLB All-Star Game. He is an American professional baseball player.


April 19, 2003: Jackson Merrill Born

On April 19, 2003, Jackson Peter Merrill was born. He is an American professional baseball center fielder.

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2021: Drafted by San Diego Padres

In 2021, Jackson Merrill was selected in the first round of the MLB draft by the San Diego Padres.

March 19, 2024: Added to Opening Day Roster

On March 19, 2024, the Padres selected Merrill's contract and added him to their Opening Day roster.

July 7, 2024: Named to MLB All-Star Game

On July 7, 2024, Merrill was named as a reserve player in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, becoming the first rookie in Padres history to ever make the All-Star Game.

2024: MLB Debut and All-Star Selection

In 2024, Jackson Merrill made his MLB debut and was selected for the MLB All-Star Game.