History of Ke'Bryan Hayes in Timeline

Ke'Bryan Hayes is a professional baseball third baseman currently playing for the Cincinnati Reds in MLB. Previously with the Pittsburgh Pirates, he debuted in Major League Baseball in 2020. Known for his defensive skills at third base, Hayes is a key player for his team.

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January 28, 1997: Ke'Bryan Hayes Born

On January 28, 1997, Ke'Bryan Kobe Hayes was born. He is now a professional baseball third baseman.

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2015: High School Senior Season

In 2015, as a high school senior, Hayes batted .436 with three home runs, 27 runs batted in, and 12 stolen bases.

2015: Drafted by Pittsburgh Pirates

In 2015, the Pittsburgh Pirates selected Hayes in the first round of the MLB draft. He signed with Pittsburgh and played with the Gulf Coast League Pirates and the West Virginia Black Bears, batting .308 with 20 RBI in 56 games during 2015.

2016: South Atlantic League All-Star

In 2016, Hayes played with the West Virginia Power, earning South Atlantic League All-Star honors and compiling a .263 average with six home runs and 37 RBI in 65 games.

2017: Florida State League All-Star

In 2017, Hayes played with the Bradenton Marauders, batting .278 with two home runs and 43 RBI in 108 games. Hayes was named a Florida State League All-Star in 2017.

2018: Eastern League All-Star

In 2018, Hayes played for the Altoona Curve and was named an Eastern League All-Star, slashing .293/.375/.444 with seven home runs and 47 RBIs in 117 games.

2019: Split Season Between Two Teams

In 2019, Hayes split the season between the West Virginia Black Bears and the Indianapolis Indians, hitting .261/.334/.411/.745 with 10 home runs and 55 RBI.

July 19, 2020: Positive COVID-19 Test

On July 19, 2020, it was announced that Hayes had tested positive for COVID-19.

September 1, 2020: MLB Debut and First Home Run

On September 1, 2020, Hayes was promoted to the majors by the Pirates, making his MLB debut the same day, and hit his first career home run against the Chicago Cubs.

2020: MLB Debut

In 2020, Ke'Bryan Hayes made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut.

April 4, 2021: Placed on Injured List

On April 4, 2021, Hayes was placed on the 10-day injured list due to left wrist inflammation.

2021: 2021 Season and Fielding Bible Award

Hayes finished the 2021 season batting .257/.316/.373 with 6 home runs, 38 RBIs and 9 stolen bases in 96 games. He was awarded the Fielding Bible Award for excellent defense as a third baseman in 2021.

April 7, 2022: Contract Extension with Pirates

On April 7, 2022, Hayes agreed to an eight-year, $70 million contract extension with the Pirates.

November 5, 2023: Won Rawlings Gold Glove Award

On November 5, 2023, Hayes won the Rawlings Gold Glove Award for NL third basemen, breaking Nolan Arenado's streak of 10 consecutive Gold Glove awards.