History of Jo Adell in Timeline

Jo Adell is a professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the Los Angeles Angels in Major League Baseball (MLB). He is an American player who made his debut in the major leagues in 2020. Adell is a highly regarded prospect known for his athleticism and potential in the outfield.

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April 8, 1999: Jordon Scott Adell Born

On April 8, 1999, Jordon Scott Adell was born. He is now a professional baseball outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels.

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2014: Committed to University of Louisville

In 2014, after his freshman year, Adell committed to play college baseball at the University of Louisville.

2015: Start of Statcast Tracking

In 2015, Statcast tracking started. On June 21, 2023, Adell hit a 514-foot home run, the longest since Statcast tracking began.

2016: Junior Year Performance

In 2016, as a junior, Adell hit .449 with 11 home runs and 44 RBIs and had a 1.55 ERA and 56 strikeouts as a pitcher.

June 2017: Professional Career Begins

In June 2017, Adell started his professional career with the AZL Angels, and was later promoted to the Orem Owlz after batting .288/.351/.542 with four home runs, 21 RBIs, and 10 stolen bases.

2017: Graduation from Ballard High School

In 2017, Adell graduated from Ballard High School in Louisville, Kentucky.

2018: Promotion to Inland Empire 66ers

In 2018, Adell began the season with the Burlington Bees and was later promoted to the Inland Empire 66ers. He was also chosen to represent the Angels in the 2018 All-Star Futures Game. By the end of the season, he was promoted to the Mobile BayBears.

2019: All-Star Futures Game & Promotion to Salt Lake Bees

In 2019, Adell was an invitee to spring training and later named to the 2019 All-Star Futures Game. On August 1, 2019, Adell was promoted to the Salt Lake Bees of Triple–A Pacific Coast League. He was selected for the United States national baseball team in the 2019 WBSC Premier 12, where he performed strongly.

August 4, 2020: MLB Promotion and Debut

On August 4, 2020, the Angels promoted Adell to the major leagues, and he made his debut that night against the Seattle Mariners, going 1-for-4.

2020: MLB Debut

In 2020, Jordon Adell made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut for the Los Angeles Angels.

2021: Return to Major Leagues and First Grand Slam

In 2021, Adell began the season with Salt Lake but was called back to the major leagues on August 2. On August 17, 2021, against the Detroit Tigers, Adell hit his first career grand slam.

2022: Career-High Games Played

In 2022, Adell appeared in a career-high 88 games for the Angels.

2023: Angels Franchise Record and Longest Home Run

In 2023, Adell started the season with Triple-A Salt Lake. He homered in 6 consecutive games, setting an Angels franchise record. On June 21, 2023, Adell hit a 514-foot home run, the longest since Statcast tracking began in 2015.

September 7, 2024: Injured List Placement

On September 7, 2024, Adell was placed on the injured list with a left oblique strain, which ended his season after playing 130 games for the Angels.

April 10, 2025: Two Home Runs in One Inning

On April 10, 2025, Adell became the third player in Angels history to hit two home runs in one inning, during the fifth inning of an 11–1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.