History of Kevin Herget in Timeline

Kevin Herget is an American professional baseball pitcher and a free agent. He debuted in Major League Baseball (MLB) in 2022 and has played for the Tampa Bay Rays, Cincinnati Reds, Milwaukee Brewers, New York Mets, and Atlanta Braves.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1977: Park Ridge High School State Title

In 1977, Park Ridge High School won a state title.

April 3, 1991: Kevin Herget Born

On April 3, 1991, Kevin Herget was born. He is an American professional baseball pitcher.

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2009: High School Championship

In 2009, as a senior at Park Ridge High School, Kevin Herget helped his team win the Group 1 championship, the school's first state title since 1977. During the year he had a 1.62 ERA and a 9-2 record.

2013: Drafted by St. Louis Cardinals

In 2013, Kevin Herget was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 39th round of the Major League Baseball draft.

2014: Minor League Season

In 2014, Kevin Herget split the season between the Single-A Peoria Chiefs and High-A Palm Beach Cardinals, achieving an 8-3 record with a 2.71 ERA and 94 strikeouts.

2015: Minor League Season

In 2015, Kevin Herget played with the Palm Beach Cardinals and the Double-A Springfield Cardinals, posting a 5-2 record, a 2.64 ERA, 74 strikeouts and 7 saves in 42 appearances.

2015: Kean University Senior Year

In 2015, as a senior at Kean University, Kevin Herget recorded 106 strikeouts, which was the second-most in Division III.

2016: Triple-A Debut

In 2016, Kevin Herget reached Triple-A for the first time with the Memphis Redbirds. Across Palm Beach, Springfield, and Memphis, he recorded a 5-0 record and a 2.02 ERA.

2017: Springfield and Memphis Season

In 2017, Kevin Herget played for Springfield and Memphis, pitching to a 5-4 record and 3.97 ERA with 81 strikeouts and 5 saves.

2018: Memphis Redbirds Season

In 2018, Kevin Herget spent the season with the Memphis Redbirds, recording a 9-11 record and a 4.61 ERA with 121 strikeouts in 28 games.

2019: Tommy John Surgery

In 2019, Kevin Herget missed most of the season after undergoing Tommy John surgery, only making two rehab appearances with the Gulf Coast Cardinals.

November 2, 2020: Free Agency

On November 2, 2020, Kevin Herget became a minor league free agent.

January 25, 2021: Signs with Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks

On January 25, 2021, Kevin Herget signed with the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks of the American Association of Professional Baseball.

May 24, 2021: Cleveland Indians Contract Purchase

On May 24, 2021, Kevin Herget's contract was purchased by the Cleveland Indians organization.

2021: Kean Hall of Fame Induction

In 2021, Kevin Herget was inducted into Kean University's Hall of Fame. His number 16 was the first baseball number retired by the university.

April 12, 2022: Signs with Charleston Dirty Birds

On April 12, 2022, Kevin Herget signed with the Charleston Dirty Birds of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball.

May 11, 2022: Signs with Tampa Bay Rays

On May 11, 2022, the Tampa Bay Rays signed Kevin Herget to a minor league deal.

November 10, 2022: Signs with Cincinnati Reds

On November 10, 2022, Kevin Herget signed a minor league contract with the Cincinnati Reds organization.

2022: MLB Debut

In 2022, Kevin Herget made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut.

April 5, 2023: Promotion to Active Roster

On April 5, 2023, Kevin Herget was selected to the 40-man roster and promoted to the active roster of the Cincinnati Reds, replacing Joel Kuhnel.

2023: Assignment to Louisville Bats

In 2023, Kevin Herget did not make the Cincinnati Reds team out of spring training and was assigned to the Triple-A Louisville Bats.

February 22, 2024: Signs with Milwaukee Brewers

On February 22, 2024, Kevin Herget signed a minor league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers.

November 4, 2024: Claimed by New York Mets

On November 4, 2024, Kevin Herget was claimed off waivers by the New York Mets.

April 29, 2025: Called up by Mets

On April 29, 2025, Kevin Herget was called up by the New York Mets after José Ureña was designated for assignment. Herget allowed two runs but completed two innings in the Mets' 8-3 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks.