History of Jahmai Jones in Timeline
Jahmai Jones is an American professional baseball player currently in the Detroit Tigers organization. He plays both outfield and second base. Jones made his Major League Baseball debut in 2020 with the Los Angeles Angels. He has also played for the Baltimore Orioles, Milwaukee Brewers, and New York Yankees.
August 4, 1997: Jahmai Jones Born
On August 4, 1997, Jahmai Fitzgerald Jones was born. He is an American professional baseball outfielder and second baseman.
2011: Father's Death
In 2011, Jahmai Jones's father, Andre Jones, who played in the NFL for the Detroit Lions, died due to a brain aneurysm.
2015: Professional Debut
In 2015, Jahmai Jones made his professional debut with the Arizona League Angels, posting a .244 batting average.
2015: Drafted by 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 after hitting .464 as a senior.
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, finishing with a .302 batting average.
2017: Played for Burlington and Inland Empire 66ers
In 2017, Jahmai Jones played for both Burlington and the Inland Empire 66ers, posting a combined .282 batting average with 14 home runs.
2018: Played with Inland and Mobile
In 2018, Jahmai Jones played with Inland Empire 66ers and the Mobile BayBears, slashing .239/.337/.380 with 10 home runs.
2019: Season with Mobile BayBears
In 2019, Jahmai Jones spent the season with the Mobile BayBears, batting .234/.308/.324 with five home runs.
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.
May 27, 2022: Tommy John Surgery
On May 27, 2022, Jahmai Jones underwent Tommy John surgery.
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 - a game tying, three RBI double the same day.
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.
