Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jesús Aguilar
How Jesús Aguilar built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Jesús Aguilar is a Venezuelan professional baseball first baseman, currently a free agent. He has played in MLB for several teams, including the Cleveland Indians, Milwaukee Brewers, Tampa Bay Rays, Miami Marlins, Baltimore Orioles, and Oakland Athletics. He also played in NPB for the Saitama Seibu Lions. Aguilar's career highlight includes being an All-Star in 2018, recognizing his strong performance that season.
November 2007: Signed with Cleveland Indians
In November 2007, Aguilar signed with the Cleveland Indians as an amateur free agent.
2010: Played with Minor League Teams
In 2010, Aguilar split the season playing between two minor league teams.
2011: Home Runs and Carolina Mudcats Roster
During the 2011 season, Aguilar hit 23 home runs between the Lake County Captains and the Kinston Indians. In 2011, Aguilar was also on the Carolina Mudcats roster.
2012: All-Star Futures Game
In 2012, Aguilar and Francisco Lindor represented the Indians in the All-Star Futures Game.
November 20, 2013: Added to Indians' 40-man Roster
On November 20, 2013, Aguilar was added to the Indians' 40-man roster after a successful season with the Akron Aeros.
2013: Spring Training Invitation
In 2013, the Indians invited Aguilar to spring training as a non-roster invitee.
May 15, 2014: Promoted to Major Leagues
On May 15, 2014, Aguilar was promoted to the major leagues by the Indians after batting .298 with the Columbus Clippers.
2015: Named All-Star
In 2015, Aguilar began the season with Columbus and was named the International League's starting first baseman in the Triple-A All-Star Game. He was promoted back to the major leagues on July 24.
2016: International League Leader
In 2016, Aguilar led the International League with 30 home runs and 92 RBIs.
January 26, 2017: Designated for Assignment
On January 26, 2017, the Indians designated Aguilar for assignment.
February 2, 2017: Claimed by Milwaukee Brewers
On February 2, 2017, Aguilar was claimed off waivers by the Milwaukee Brewers.
2018: Aguilar Named All-Star
In 2018, Jesús Aguilar was named an All-Star.
July 31, 2019: Traded to Tampa Bay Rays
On July 31, 2019, the Brewers traded Aguilar to the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for Jake Faria.
November 27, 2019: Designated for Assignment
On November 27, 2019, Aguilar was designated for assignment by the Tampa Bay Rays.
December 2, 2019: Claimed by Miami Marlins
On December 2, 2019, Aguilar was claimed off of waivers by the Miami Marlins.
August 31, 2022: Signed with Baltimore Orioles
On August 31, 2022, Aguilar signed a minor league contract with the Baltimore Orioles.
September 1, 2022: Contract Selected by the Orioles
On September 1, 2022, Aguilar had his contract selected by the Baltimore Orioles.
January 27, 2023: Signed with Oakland Athletics
On January 27, 2023, Aguilar signed a one-year contract with the Oakland Athletics.
June 13, 2023: Signed with Atlanta Braves Organization
On June 13, 2023, Aguilar signed a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves organization.
December 18, 2023: Signed with Saitama Seibu Lions
On December 18, 2023, Aguilar signed with the Saitama Seibu Lions of Nippon Professional Baseball.
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