Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Luis Severino

How Luis Severino built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Luis Severino, nicknamed "Sevy", is a Dominican professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Athletics of Major League Baseball (MLB). Prior to joining the Athletics, he played for both the New York Yankees and the New York Mets in MLB. Severino is a notable figure in professional baseball known for his pitching abilities.

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December 26, 2011: Signed with Yankees as Free Agent

On December 26, 2011, Luis Severino signed with the New York Yankees as an international free agent, with a $225,000 signing bonus.

2011: Signed with Yankees

In 2011, Severino signed with the New York Yankees as an international free agent.

2013: Promotion to Charleston RiverDogs

In 2013, Luis Severino started with the DSL Yankees 1 and was promoted to the Charleston RiverDogs of the Single–A South Atlantic League during the season.

2015: MLB Debut Against Red Sox

In 2015, Joe Girardi set Luis Severino's major league debut for August 5 against the Boston Red Sox. He pitched five innings, allowing two runs, with seven strikeouts and no walks. He was the youngest pitcher to make a start in the 2015 MLB season.

2015: MLB Debut

In 2015, Luis Severino made his MLB debut.

2015: Promotion to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders

Luis Severino began the 2015 season with Trenton and was later promoted to the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders of the Triple–A International League. He pitched well, leading to the Yankees not trading him at the deadline.

May 30, 2016: Activation and Option to Triple-A

On May 30, 2016, Luis Severino was activated from the disabled list and optioned to the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders.

2017: Breakout Season, All-Star, Cy Young Finalist

In 2017, Luis Severino had a breakout season, being named an All-Star and finishing third in the American League Cy Young Award vote.

2017: Postseason and Cy Young Nomination

In 2017, Luis Severino started the American League Wild Card Game. He finished the 2017 postseason with a 1–1 record and was named a finalist for the American League Cy Young Award, ultimately finishing third.

March 17, 2018: Opening Day Starter

On March 17, 2018, the Yankees named Luis Severino their Opening Day starter.

2018: Wild Card Game Starter

In 2018, Luis Severino started the American League Wild Card Game.

2018: All-Star Selection

In 2018, Luis Severino was named an All-Star.

2018: All-Star Selection and Season Performance

In 2018, owning a 14–2 record and a 2.12 ERA, Luis Severino was named to the Major League Baseball All-Star Game for the second consecutive time.

February 15, 2019: Contract Extension

On February 15, 2019, Luis Severino signed a four-year, $40 million contract extension with the Yankees.

September 17, 2019: Severino Returns to Yankees

On September 17, 2019, Luis Severino started for the Yankees against the Los Angeles Angels in New York, marking his return after being sidelined with injuries earlier in the season.

February 25, 2020: Tommy John Surgery Announcement

On February 25, 2020, it was announced that Luis Severino would undergo Tommy John surgery to repair a partially torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, effectively ending his 2020 season.

February 22, 2021: Severino Placed on Injured List

On February 22, 2021, Luis Severino was placed on the 60-day injured list as he continued his recovery from Tommy John surgery.

June 12, 2021: Groin Injury During Rehab

On June 12, 2021, Luis Severino suffered a groin injury during a rehab start with the Hudson Valley Renegades, sidelining him until August.

September 20, 2021: Severino Activated After Injury List

On September 20, 2021, Luis Severino was activated off the injury list for the first time in 706 days, marking his return to the team.

2022: Longest-Tenured Yankee, Injured List Placement

In 2022, Luis Severino became the longest-tenured Yankee and was placed on the 60-day injured list with a low-grade right lat strain.

September 9, 2023: Season-Ending Injury

On September 9, 2023, it was announced that Luis Severino's season was over after suffering a high-grade oblique strain in the Yankees' loss against the Milwaukee Brewers.