Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Manny Machado

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Manny Machado made an impact.

Manny Machado is a Dominican-American professional baseball third baseman and shortstop currently playing for the San Diego Padres in MLB. A highly touted prospect, he was drafted third overall by the Baltimore Orioles in 2010 after attending Brito High School in Miami. Machado bats and throws right-handed and has also played for the Dominican Republic national baseball team.

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1901: Oriole multi-homer, multi-steal game since 1901

Manny Machado became the first Oriole with a multi-homer, multi-steal game since 1901.

August 16, 2010: Signed with the Baltimore Orioles

On August 16, 2010, Manny Machado signed a $5.25 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles minutes before the deadline.

August 27, 2010: Professional Debut

On August 27, 2010, Manny Machado made his professional debut with the Gulf Coast League Orioles, going 0-for-3 with a strikeout as a designated hitter.

August 30, 2010: Debut with Aberdeen IronBirds

On August 30, 2010, Manny Machado debuted with the Low-A Aberdeen IronBirds, going 1-for-3 with a single and playing shortstop.

2010: Drafted by the Baltimore Orioles

In 2010, Manny Machado was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles with the third overall pick in the MLB draft after being highly recruited from Brito High School in Miami.

June 21, 2011: SAL All-Star Game Appearance and Promotion

On June 21, 2011, Manny Machado appeared in the South Atlantic League All-Star Game and was subsequently promoted to the High-A Frederick Keys.

August 2012: MLB Debut

In August 2012, Manny Machado made his Major League Baseball debut.

2012: MLB Promotion and First Home Runs

In 2012, Manny Machado was promoted to MLB by the Orioles and hit his first and second career home runs against the Kansas City Royals.

2012: All-Star Futures Game Selection

In 2012, Manny Machado was selected to appear in the All-Star Futures Game.

2013: Breakout Year

In 2013, Manny Machado had his breakout year, earning a spot on the American League All-Star team and leading the league in doubles with 51. He also won a Gold Glove Award.

June 1, 2014: First Career Grand Slam

On June 1, 2014, Manny Machado hit his first career grand slam in a 9–4 Orioles victory over the Houston Astros.

2015: Full Season and Career-High Numbers

In 2015, Manny Machado appeared in all 162 games, setting career-high numbers in multiple categories and finishing fourth in the American League MVP voting. He also won his second Gold Glove Award.

2015: Tied Career High in Home Runs and All-Star Selection

In 2015, Manny Machado tied his career high for home runs and was named to the American League All-Star Game, also participating in the Home Run Derby.

2015: Second Gold Glove and All-Star Game Selection

In 2015, Manny Machado won his second Gold Glove and was selected for the All-Star Game.

2016: All-Star Game Selection

In 2016, Manny Machado was selected for the All-Star Game.

April 28, 2017: 470-foot Home Run

On April 28, 2017, Manny Machado hit a 470-foot home run off CC Sabathia, although the Orioles lost the game.

2017: Multiple Grand Slams and Walk-Off Home Runs

In 2017, Manny Machado hit multiple grand slams, including a game-winning one against the Angels. He also hit three walk-off home runs, leading MLB that season.

July 18, 2018: Traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers

On July 18, 2018, Manny Machado was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2018: Return to Shortstop and All-Star Selection

In 2018, Manny Machado returned to shortstop and was named the starting shortstop for the MLB All-Star Game.

2018: Traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers and World Series Appearance

In 2018, Manny Machado was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers and helped the team reach the World Series.

February 21, 2019: Signed with the San Diego Padres

On February 21, 2019, Manny Machado signed a 10-year, $300 million contract with the San Diego Padres.

2021: All-Star Game Selection and Season Performance

In 2021, Manny Machado was named to the MLB All-Star Game and finished the season with a .278 batting average, 28 home runs, and 106 RBIs. He also led the National League with 11 sacrifice flies.

2021: All-Star Game Selection

In 2021, Manny Machado was selected for the All-Star Game.

2022: All-Star Game Selection

In 2022, Manny Machado was selected for the All-Star Game.

February 28, 2023: Signed contract extension with Padres

On February 28, 2023, Machado signed an 11-year contract extension with the Padres for $350 million, including a full no-trade provision, keeping him with the team through 2033.

July 27, 2024: 1,000th career RBI

On July 27, 2024, Machado achieved his 1,000th career RBI while playing at Camden Yards, driving in three runs to contribute to the Padres' 9-4 victory.

September 10, 2024: New Padres' career home run leader

On September 10, 2024, Machado became the Padres' new career home run leader with 164 home runs, surpassing Nate Colbert's record after a home run off George Kirby.

April 8, 2025: 1,000th career run

On April 8, 2025, Machado scored his 1,000th career run against the Athletics with a solo home run in the first inning, although the Padres lost the game 10-4.