History of Manny Machado in Timeline

Manny Machado, born Manuel Arturo Machado, is a prominent American professional baseball player currently playing third baseman and shortstop for the San Diego Padres in MLB. He was highly sought after as a young player out of Brito High School in Miami and drafted third overall by the Baltimore Orioles in 2010. He is a right-handed batter and thrower and has represented the Dominican Republic in international baseball competitions.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1901: First Oriole with a multi-homer, multi-steal game

On October 1, 2015, Manny Machado became the first Oriole—and only the 16th player since 1901—to have a multi-homer, multi-steal game against the Toronto Blue Jays.

July 2, 1930: Carl Reynolds hits three home runs

On July 2, 1930, Carl Reynolds of the White Sox hit a home run in each of the first three innings of a game against the Yankees. Two of the home runs were inside the park.

July 1952: Mickey Mantle's 46 hits

In July 1952, Mickey Mantle recorded 46 hits which were most in a month by a player under 21.

1960: Brooks Robinson's Gold Glove streak begins

In 1960, Brooks Robinson began his 16-year run of Gold Glove Awards at third base for the Orioles.

1975: Brooks Robinson's Gold Glove streak ends

In 1975, Brooks Robinson's 16-year run of Gold Glove Awards at third base for the Orioles ended.

July 6, 1992: Manny Machado's Birth

On July 6, 1992, Manuel Arturo Machado was born. He would become a professional baseball third baseman and shortstop.

May 2, 2002: Mike Cameron hits three home runs

On May 2, 2002, Mike Cameron of the Seattle Mariners hit a home run in each of the first three innings of a game in the same ballpark.

August 16, 2010: Signed with the 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, Manny Machado made his professional debut with the Gulf Coast League Orioles, going 0-for-3 with a strikeout as the designated hitter. He hit his first professional home run in his second game.

August 30, 2010: Debut with Aberdeen IronBirds

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

On June 21, 2011, Manny Machado played in the SAL All-Star Game and was then promoted to the High-A Frederick Keys.

August 2012: MLB Debut

In August 2012, Manny Machado made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Baltimore Orioles.

2012: All-Star Futures Game Selection

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

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. He later hit his first postseason home run in Game 3 of the ALDS.

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

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

June 27, 2013: First Career Ejection

On June 27, 2013, Manny Machado was ejected from a game for the first time in his MLB career after arguing a strike-three call. It was also the first career MLB ejection for the umpire, Will Little.

September 23, 2013: Left Knee Injury

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

2013: Tied Career High for Home Runs

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

2013: Breakout Year

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

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 became the first Oriole to hit three home runs in a game since Chris Davis against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

June 1, 2014: First Career Grand Slam

On June 1, 2014, Manny Machado hit his first career grand slam in a game against the Houston Astros.

June 6, 2014: Bench-Clearing Brawl

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

June 8, 2014: Bat Incident and Ejection

On June 8, 2014, Manny Machado struck Derek Norris with his bat and later threw his bat in the direction of third base, resulting in his ejection from the game.

November 2014: Marriage to Yainee Alonso

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

2015: Career Year

In 2015, Manny Machado appeared in all 162 games, batted .286 with 35 home runs and 86 RBIs, and finished fourth in the American League MVP voting. He also won his second Gold Glove.

2015: All-Star Game and Home Run Derby

In 2015, Manny Machado was named to the American League roster for the MLB All-Star Game and selected as a participant for the Home Run Derby. He tied his career high for home runs by June 18th.

2016: Suspension for Charging the Mound

In 2016, Manny Machado charged the mound against Yordano Ventura and received a four-game suspension, which he served from June 19-22.

April 28, 2017: 470-foot Home Run

On April 28, 2017, Manny Machado hit a 470-foot home run off CC Sabathia that bounced off the facade of the deck above Monument Park in straightaway center field. The Orioles lost the game 11-14.

2017: Injuring Pedroia

During the 2018 World Series, Pedroia reflected on being injured by Machado's slide in 2017.

2017: Multiple Grand Slams and Walk-Off Home Runs

In 2017, Manny Machado hit multiple grand slams, including a game-winning one on August 7, and three walk-off home runs, the most in MLB that season. He also became the first Orioles player to record multiple 3-grand slam seasons.

July 18, 2018: Trade to the Los Angeles Dodgers

On July 18, 2018, Manny Machado was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers. He selected No. 8 in honor of Kobe Bryant. He recorded his 1,000th career hit on August 9.

2018: Moved to Shortstop and All-Star Selection

In 2018, Manny Machado was moved back to shortstop, his natural position, and was named the starting shortstop for the 2018 MLB All-Star Game.

2018: Trade to the Los Angeles Dodgers

In 2018, Manny Machado was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers and helped the team reach the World Series. He then signed a 10-year, $300 million contract with the San Diego Padres that offseason.

2018: 2018 World Series

In the 2018 World Series, the Dodgers faced the Boston Red Sox. Machado struggled in the series, hitting .182, and was booed at Fenway Park. He struck out as the final out in Game 5, which clinched the title for the Red Sox.

February 21, 2019: Signs with San Diego Padres

On February 21, 2019, Manny Machado signed a 10-year, $300 million contract with the San Diego Padres, which at the time was the largest free-agent contract in American sports history.

February 28, 2023: Signs Contract Extension with Padres

On February 28, 2023, Manny Machado signed a new 11-year contract extension with the Padres worth $350 million. The extension includes a full no-trade provision and keeps Machado with the Padres through 2033.

July 27, 2024: 1,000th career RBI

On July 27, 2024, Manny Machado homered for his 1,000th career RBI at Camden Yards, driving in three runs as the Padres won, 9–4.

September 10, 2024: Padres Career Home Run Leader

On September 10, 2024, Manny Machado became the new Padres' career home run leader with 164 after homering off George Kirby of the Seattle Mariners, breaking Nate Colbert's record.

April 8, 2025: 1,000th Career Run

On April 8, 2025, Manny Machado scored his 1,000th career run against the Athletics when he hit a solo home run in the first inning of the game, but the Padres lost to the Athletics, 10–4.