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Jackson Merrill

Jackson Merrill is a professional baseball center fielder for the San Diego Padres, drafted in the first round of the 2021 MLB draft. He made his major league debut in 2024. Acknowledging his promising performance and impact on the sport, Merrill was selected to represent his team in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game.


April 19, 2003: Jackson Merrill's Birth

On April 19, 2003, Jackson Peter Merrill was born. He later became a professional baseball center fielder.

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2021: Drafted by the 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: Merrill's contract selected by Padres

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

July 7, 2024: All-Star Selection

On July 7, 2024, Jackson Merrill was named as a reserve player in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, marking him as the first rookie in Padres history to achieve this.

2024: MLB Debut and All-Star Selection

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

April 2, 2025: Contract Extension with Padres

On April 2, 2025, the Padres signed Jackson Merrill to a 9-year contract extension worth $135m guaranteed.