Manuel Arturo Machado, a prominent figure in Major League Baseball (MLB), plays as a third baseman and shortstop for the San Diego Padres. Hailing from Miami, his baseball journey began at Brito High School, followed by being drafted third overall by the Baltimore Orioles in the 2010 MLB draft. Known for his right-handed batting and throwing, Machado's career also includes representing the Dominican Republic national baseball team.
1901: Multi-Homer, Multi-Steal Games Since 1901
Since 1901, there have only been 16 players to achieve a multi-homer, multi-steal game, a feat accomplished by Machado in 2015.
July 2, 1930: Carl Reynolds' Three-Homer Game
On July 2, 1930, Carl Reynolds became the second player in MLB history to hit a home run in each of the first three innings of a game.
July 1952: Mantle's Hitting Streak
Mickey Mantle had 46 hits in July 1952, a record for a player under 21.
1960: Brooks Robinson's Gold Glove Streak Begins
Brooks Robinson began his 16-year Gold Glove streak at third base in 1960.
1975: End of Robinson's Gold Glove Streak
Brooks Robinson's 16-year Gold Glove streak ended in 1975.
July 6, 1992: Birth of Manny Machado
Manny Machado was born on July 6, 1992.
May 2, 2002: Mike Cameron's Three-Homer Game
On May 2, 2002, Mike Cameron hit three home runs within the first three innings of a game against the Chicago White Sox.
2009: Gold Medal with 18U USA Team
In 2009, Machado won a gold medal playing for the 18U United States team in the COPABE Pan Am "AAA" Championship.
August 16, 2010: Signing with the Orioles
Machado signed a $5.25 million contract with the Orioles on August 16, 2010.
August 27, 2010: Professional Debut
Machado made his professional debut with the Gulf Coast League Orioles on August 27, 2010.
August 30, 2010: Debut with Aberdeen IronBirds
Machado debuted with the Low-A Aberdeen IronBirds on August 30, 2010.
2010: Qualified for World Junior Baseball Championship
Machado's team qualified for the 2010 World Junior Baseball Championship.
2010: Manny Machado drafted into MLB
In 2010, Manny Machado was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles.
2010: High Praise from Experts
In 2010, Keith Law, a writer for ESPN and baseball analyst, praised Machado's potential, predicting he could become an All-Star offensively and at least average defensively if he remained at shortstop.
June 21, 2011: SAL All-Star Game and Promotion
Machado appeared in the SAL All-Star Game and was promoted to the High-A Frederick Keys on June 21, 2011.
August 2012: MLB Debut
Manny Machado made his MLB debut in August 2012.
2012: Selection for All-Star Futures Game
Machado was named to appear in the 2012 All-Star Futures Game.
2012: Promotion to MLB and First Home Runs
Machado was promoted to MLB in 2012 and hit his first and second career home runs against the Kansas City Royals.
May 2013: Breaking Cobb's Record
In May 2013, Machado broke Ty Cobb's record for most multi-hit games before age 21.
June 27, 2013: First Career Ejection
Machado was ejected from a game for the first time in his MLB career on June 27, 2013, after arguing a strike-three call.
September 23, 2013: Knee Injury
Machado suffered a season-ending knee injury on September 23, 2013.
2013: Recognition as Top Third Baseman
By the middle of the 2013 season, Machado was widely considered the best third baseman in baseball by Fangraphs, drawing comparisons to players like Alex Rodriguez and Cal Ripken Jr.
2013: Breakout Year and All-Star Selection
In 2013, Machado had his breakout year, earning a spot on the American League All-Star team.
2013: Career-High Home Runs Tied
In 2015, Machado tied his career-high for home runs, set in 2013.
April 29, 2014: Return from Disabled List
Machado returned from the disabled list after knee surgery recovery on April 29, 2014.
May 20, 2014: Chris Davis' Three-Homer Game
On May 20, 2014, Chris Davis hit three home runs in a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
June 1, 2014: First Career Grand Slam
Machado hit his first career grand slam on June 1, 2014.
June 6, 2014: Brawl with Athletics
A bench-clearing brawl occurred between Machado and the Oakland Athletics on June 6, 2014.
June 8, 2014: Bat-Throwing Incident and Suspension
Machado was involved in a bat-throwing incident on June 8, 2014, resulting in a five-game suspension.
November 2014: Marriage and Residence
Machado married his longtime girlfriend, Yainee Alonso, sister of Yonder Alonso, in November 2014. They reside in Coral Gables, Florida, during the offseason and in Coronado, California, during the baseball season.
2015: Machado's Breakout Season
In 2015, Manny Machado played in all 162 games, batting .286 with 35 home runs, 86 RBIs, and 20 stolen bases. He led the AL in power-speed number and won his second Gold Glove.
2015: All-Star Game and Home Run Derby
Machado was named to the American League All-Star roster and participated in the Home Run Derby in 2015.
2015: Second Gold Glove and All-Star Appearance
Machado won his second Gold Glove and made the All-Star Game in 2015.
2016: All-Star Selection
Machado was selected to the All-Star game in 2016.
2016: Brawl with Yordano Ventura
On June 7, 2016, Machado charged the mound and punched Yordano Ventura after being hit by a pitch. Both players were ejected, and Machado received a four-game suspension.
April 28, 2017: Machado's Monument Park 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: Machado's Grand Slam Season
In 2017, Machado hit multiple grand slams, including a walk-off grand slam against the Angels. He also hit three walk-off home runs in total, the most by any MLB player that season.
2017: World Baseball Classic Performance
Machado played for the Dominican Republic in the 2017 World Baseball Classic and was named MVP of Pool C.
July 18, 2018: Trade to the Dodgers
On July 18, 2018, Machado was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
2018: Trade to Dodgers and World Series Appearance
Machado was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers and helped the team reach the World Series in 2018.
2018: World Series Appearance
In 2018, Machado was the final out of the World Series, striking out against Chris Sale in Game 5.
2018: All-Star Selection and Position Change
In 2018, Machado moved back to shortstop and was named the starting shortstop for the 2018 MLB All-Star Game.
February 21, 2019: Record-Breaking Contract with the Padres
On February 21, 2019, Machado signed a 10-year, $300 million contract with the San Diego Padres, the largest free-agent contract in American sports history at the time.
2021: All-Star Selection
Machado made the All-Star Game in 2021.
2021: All-Star Selection and Season Performance
Machado was named to the 2021 MLB All-Star Game and finished the season with 28 home runs and 106 RBIs.
2022: MVP Contender
In 2022, Machado finished second in NL MVP voting.
2022: All-Star Selection
Machado made the All-Star Game in 2022.
February 28, 2023: Contract Extension with the Padres
On February 28, 2023, Machado signed an 11-year, $350 million contract extension with the Padres.
2023: Co-owner of San Diego FC
In 2023, Machado became part of the ownership group for the San Diego FC, a Major League Soccer expansion team set to begin play in 2025.
July 27, 2024: 1,000th Career RBI
Machado achieved his 1,000th career RBI on July 27, 2024.
September 10, 2024: Padres' Career Home Run Leader
On September 10, 2024, Machado became the Padres' all-time home run leader.
2025: San Diego FC Begins Play
San Diego FC, co-owned by Machado, is scheduled to start playing in Major League Soccer in 2025.
2033: Contract Extension Through 2033
Machado's contract extension will keep him with the Padres through 2033.