History of Manny Machado in Timeline

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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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

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

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

July 2, 1930: Carl Reynolds' Feat

Carl Reynolds hit a home run in each of the first three innings of a game in 1930

July 1952: Mickey Mantle's 46 hits

In July 1952, Mickey Mantle achieved 46 hits, this was the most hits by a player under 21.

1960: Start of Brooks Robinson's Gold Glove streak

In 1960, Brooks Robinson began a 16-year run of winning the Gold Glove Award at third base for the Baltimore Orioles.

1975: End of Brooks Robinson's Gold Glove streak

In 1975, Brooks Robinson's 16-year run of winning the Gold Glove Award at third base for the Baltimore Orioles came to an end.

July 6, 1992: Manny Machado's Birth

On July 6, 1992, Manuel Arturo Machado was born. He is a Dominican-American professional baseball third baseman and shortstop.

May 2, 2002: Mike Cameron hits three home runs

On May 2, 2002, Mike Cameron achieved three homers within the first three innings of a contest

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.

May 2013: Record-Tying and Breaking Multi-Hit Games

In May 2013, Manny Machado tied Ty Cobb for the most multi-hit games before age 21 and then broke Cobb's record, also achieving the second-most hits in a month by a player under 21 since Mickey Mantle in July 1952.

June 27, 2013: First MLB Ejection

On June 27, 2013, Manny Machado received his first career MLB ejection for arguing a strike-three call; it was also the first ejection for the umpire, Will Little.

September 23, 2013: Left Knee Injury

On September 23, 2013, Manny Machado suffered a left knee injury reaching first base, ending his consecutive games played streak at 207 and ruling him out for the rest of the season.

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.

2013: Previous Career High in Home Runs

In 2013, Manny Machado's previous career high in home runs was set, which was later equaled in 2015.

April 29, 2014: Return from Disabled List

On April 29, 2014, Manny Machado was removed from the disabled list after recovering from knee surgery.

May 20, 2014: Chris Davis hits three home runs

On May 20, 2014, Chris Davis hit three home runs for the Orioles

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.

June 6, 2014: Bench-Clearing Brawl

On June 6, 2014, Manny Machado was tagged by Josh Donaldson while running to third base, leading to a bench-clearing brawl.

June 8, 2014: Bat Incident and Ejection

On June 8, 2014, Manny Machado struck Derek Norris with his bat during his swing follow-through and later threw his bat towards third base, resulting in his ejection from the game.

November 2014: Marriage to Yainee Alonso

In November 2014, Machado married his longtime girlfriend, Yainee Alonso, who is the sister of Yonder Alonso.

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: Suspension

In 2016, Manny Machado charged the mound against Yordano Ventura, resulting in a four-game suspension served in June.

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: Final Out of the World Series

In 2018, Manny Machado made the final out of the World Series, striking out against Chris Sale.

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.