Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jon Edwards (baseball)
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Jon Edwards (baseball) made an impact.
Jonathan Benjamin Edwards is a former professional baseball pitcher. He played in MLB for the Texas Rangers, San Diego Padres, and Cleveland Indians. Edwards also played in NPB for the Hanshin Tigers. His career consisted of stints in both American and Japanese professional baseball leagues.
2006: Drafted by St. Louis Cardinals
In 2006, Jon Edwards was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 14th round of the Major League Baseball draft as an outfielder.
2010: Departure from Cardinals Organization
In 2010, Jon Edwards concluded his time with the St. Louis Cardinals organization, without having played in a Major League Baseball game.
2011: Played in Independent League Baseball
In 2011, Jon Edwards played independent league baseball for the San Angelo Colts and Alpine Cowboys.
2012: Signed with Texas Rangers and Converted to Pitcher
In 2012, Jon Edwards signed a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers and transitioned to a pitcher.
August 15, 2014: Called Up to Majors
On August 15, 2014, Jon Edwards was called up to the major leagues for the first time.
August 2015: Traded to San Diego Padres
In August 2015, Jon Edwards was traded from the Texas Rangers to the San Diego Padres in exchange for Will Venable.
December 20, 2016: Signed Minor League Contract with Padres
On December 20, 2016, Jon Edwards signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres.
March 28, 2017: Released by Padres
On March 28, 2017, Jon Edwards was released by the San Diego Padres.
March 22, 2018: Signed Minor League Contract with Cleveland Indians
On March 22, 2018, Jon Edwards signed a minor league contract with the Cleveland Indians.
September 1, 2019: Designated for Assignment
On September 1, 2019, Jon Edwards was designated for assignment by the Cleveland Indians.
December 21, 2019: Signed with Hanshin Tigers
On December 21, 2019, Jon Edwards signed with the Hanshin Tigers of Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB).
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