Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jahmai Jones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Jahmai Jones made an impact.

Jahmai Jones is an American professional baseball player currently with the Detroit Tigers. An outfielder and second baseman, he debuted in MLB in 2020 with the Los Angeles Angels. He has since played for the Baltimore Orioles, Milwaukee Brewers, and New York Yankees. Despite being American, Jones represents the South Korea national team.

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2015: Professional Debut

In 2015, Jahmai Jones made his professional debut with the Arizona League Angels.

2015: Drafted by the Los Angeles Angels

In 2015, Jahmai Jones was selected by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in the second round of the Major League Baseball draft.

2016: Promotion to Burlington Bees

In 2016, Jahmai Jones started the season with the Orem Owlz and was promoted to the Burlington Bees during the season.

2017: Played for Burlington and Inland Empire 66ers

In 2017, Jahmai Jones played for both the Burlington Bees and the Inland Empire 66ers.

2018: Played with Inland and Mobile BayBears

In 2018, Jahmai Jones played with the Inland Empire 66ers and the Mobile BayBears.

2019: Season with Mobile BayBears

In 2019, Jahmai Jones spent the season with the Mobile BayBears.

August 31, 2020: MLB Debut as Pinch Runner

On August 31, 2020, Jahmai Jones made his MLB debut as a pinch runner.

September 26, 2020: First Career Hit

On September 26, 2020, Jahmai Jones got his first career hit off of Tony Gonsolin of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2020: MLB Debut

In 2020, Jahmai Jones made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Los Angeles Angels.

February 2, 2021: Traded to Baltimore Orioles

On February 2, 2021, Jahmai Jones was traded to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for pitcher Alex Cobb.

July 23, 2022: Signed with Los Angeles Dodgers

On July 23, 2022, Jahmai Jones signed a two-year minor league contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

July 1, 2023: Opted out of contract

On July 1, 2023, Jahmai Jones opted out of his minor league contract and became a free agent.

July 3, 2023: Signed with Milwaukee Brewers

On July 3, 2023, Jahmai Jones signed a major league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers and recorded his first hit as a Brewer.

February 21, 2024: Designated for assignment

On February 21, 2024, Jahmai Jones was designated for assignment by the Milwaukee Brewers.

February 28, 2024: Claimed by New York Yankees

On February 28, 2024, Jahmai Jones was claimed off waivers by the New York Yankees.

November 20, 2024: Signed with Detroit Tigers

On November 20, 2024, Jahmai Jones signed a minor league contract with the Detroit Tigers.

June 6, 2025: Contract Selected by Tigers

On June 6, 2025, the Detroit Tigers selected Jahmai Jones' contract, adding him to their active roster.

2026: World Baseball Classic Debut

In 2026, Jahmai Jones made his debut in the World Baseball Classic, representing the South Korean baseball team.

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