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 professional baseball third baseman and shortstop for the San Diego Padres in MLB. He was highly regarded as a prospect, selected third overall by the Baltimore Orioles in the 2010 MLB draft 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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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1901: Multi-Homer, Multi-Steal Game

In 2015, Machado became the 16th player since 1901 to have a multi-homer, multi-steal game.

August 16, 2010: Signed with the Baltimore Orioles

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

August 27, 2010: Professional Debut

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

August 30, 2010: Debut with Aberdeen IronBirds

On August 30, 2010, Machado debuted with the Low-A Aberdeen IronBirds of the New York-Penn League, going 1-for-3 with a single at 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.

June 21, 2011: SAL All-Star Game Appearance

On June 21, 2011, Manny Machado appeared in the South Atlantic League (SAL) All-Star Game before being promoted to the High-A Frederick Keys.

August 2012: MLB Debut

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

2012: All-Star Futures Game Selection

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

2012: Promotion to MLB and Postseason Home Run

In 2012, Machado was promoted to MLB and hit his first career postseason home run in Game 3 of the ALDS.

2013: Tying Career High Home Runs

By June 18, 2015, Machado had already tied his career high for home runs, which was 14 in 2013.

2013: Breakout Year and All-Star Selection

In 2013, Machado had a 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, Machado hit his first career grand slam in a game against the Houston Astros.

2015: Full Season and Gold Glove Award

In 2015, Machado played all 162 games, batted .286 with 35 home runs, and won his second Gold Glove. He also finished fourth in the American League MVP voting.

2015: All-Star Game Selection and Home Run Derby Participation

In 2015, Machado was named to the American League roster for the MLB All-Star Game and was selected as a participant for the Home Run Derby.

2015: Second Gold Glove and All-Star Selection

In 2015, Machado won his second Gold Glove and made the All-Star Game.

2016: All-Star Game Selection

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

April 28, 2017: 470-Foot Home Run

On April 28, 2017, Machado hit a 470-foot home run off CC Sabathia that bounced off the facade of the deck above Monument Park.

2017: Grand Slams and Walk-Off Home Runs

In 2017, Machado hit multiple grand slams and three walk-off home runs, leading MLB in walk-off home runs.

July 18, 2018: Traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers

On July 18, 2018, Machado was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers for Yusniel Diaz, Dean Kremer, Rylan Bannon, Breyvic Valera and Zach Pop.

2018: Return to Shortstop and All-Star Selection

In 2018, 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, 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, Machado signed a 10-year, $300 million contract with the San Diego Padres, which was the largest free-agent contract in American sports history at the time.

2021: All-Star Game Selection

In 2021, Machado was named to the MLB All-Star Game after Ronald Acuña Jr. suffered a torn ACL.

2022: All-Star Game Selection

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

February 28, 2023: Signed contract extension with the Padres

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

July 27, 2024: 1,000th Career RBI

On July 27, 2024, Machado homered for his 1,000th career RBI at Camden Yards, driving in three runs in 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 after hitting a home run off of George Kirby, surpassing Nate Colbert's record.