Manny Machado is a prominent American professional baseball player currently playing third base and shortstop for the San Diego Padres in MLB. He gained recognition early in his career as a highly-touted prospect from Miami's Brito High School, leading to him being drafted third overall by the Baltimore Orioles in 2010. Machado bats and throws right-handed and has also represented the Dominican Republic in international baseball competitions.
On October 1, 2015, Manny Machado became the first Oriole and 16th player since 1901 to have a multi-homer, multi-steal game.
On August 7, Manny Machado became the second player in MLB history to hit a home run in each of the first three innings of a game, a feat previously accomplished by Carl Reynolds on July 2, 1930.
In May 2013, Manny Machado's 44 hits that month were the second-most in a month by a player under 21, behind Mickey Mantle's 46 in July 1952.
On October 29, Manny Machado's Gold Glove Award in 2013 was the first by an Oriole third baseman since Brooks Robinson's 16-year run from 1960 to 1975.
On October 29, Manny Machado's Gold Glove Award in 2013 was the first by an Oriole third baseman since Brooks Robinson's 16-year run from 1960 to 1975.
On July 6, 1992, Manuel Arturo Machado, later known as a professional baseball player, was born.
On August 7, Manny Machado became the second player in MLB history to hit a home run in each of the first three innings of a game, a feat previously achieved since by Mike Cameron on May 2, 2002.
On August 16, 2010, Manny Machado signed a $5.25 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles.
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.
On August 30, 2010, Manny Machado debuted with the Low-A Aberdeen IronBirds, going 1-for-3 with a single while playing shortstop.
In 2010, Manny Machado was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles with the third overall pick in the MLB draft.
On June 21, 2011, Manny Machado appeared in the South Atlantic League (SAL) All-Star Game after returning from a knee injury and was then promoted to the High-A Frederick Keys.
In August 2012, Manny Machado made his Major League Baseball debut.
In 2012, Manny Machado was named to appear in the All-Star Futures Game.
In 2012, Manny Machado was promoted to MLB by the Orioles and hit his first two career home runs in his second game, becoming the youngest Oriole to have a multi-homer game.
In May 2013, Manny Machado achieved 40 multi-hit games, tying Ty Cobb's record, and then broke the record with 2-for-3 on May 30. He also had 44 hits in May, the second-most in a month by a player under 21.
On June 27, 2013, Manny Machado received his first career MLB ejection for arguing a strike-three call, which was also the first career ejection for the umpire, Will Little.
On September 23, 2013, Manny Machado suffered a left knee injury while running to first base, ending his consecutive games played streak and his 2013 season.
In 2013, Manny Machado had a breakout year, earning an All-Star selection, leading the league in doubles, and winning a Gold Glove Award.
In 2015, Manny Machado tied his career-high of 14 home runs by June 18, matching his record from 2013.
On April 29, 2014, Manny Machado was removed from the disabled list after recovering from knee surgery.
On August 7, Manny Machado became the first Oriole to hit three home runs in a game since Chris Davis on May 20, 2014.
On June 1, 2014, Manny Machado hit his first career grand slam in a 9–4 Orioles victory over the Houston Astros.
On June 6, 2014, Manny Machado was involved in a bench-clearing brawl after being tagged by Josh Donaldson.
On June 8, 2014, Manny Machado struck Derek Norris with his bat during a swing follow-through and later threw his bat towards third base, leading to his ejection.
In November 2014, Machado married his longtime girlfriend, Yainee Alonso, who is the sister of Yonder Alonso.
In 2015, Manny Machado played all 162 games, batted .286 with 35 home runs and 20 steals, finished fourth in MVP voting, and won a Gold Glove. He also set career-high numbers in multiple stats.
In 2015, Manny Machado tied his career-high of 14 home runs by June 18 and was named to the American League All-Star team, also participating in the Home Run Derby.
In 2016, Manny Machado was suspended for four games for charging the mound and punching Yordano Ventura, which led to a benches-clearing brawl. The suspension was served in June.
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 2017, Manny Machado hit multiple grand slams, including a game-winning one in August. He also hit multiple walk-off home runs and was the MLB leader in walk-off home runs for the season.
On July 18, 2018, Manny Machado was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
In 2018, Manny Machado made the final out of the World Series by striking out in game five.
In 2018, Manny Machado was moved to shortstop, his natural position, and was named the starting shortstop for the 2018 MLB All-Star Game.
In 2018, Manny Machado was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers and helped the team reach the World Series. Later that offseason, he signed a 10-year, $300 million contract with the San Diego Padres.
On February 21, 2019, Manny Machado signed a 10-year, $300 million contract with the San Diego Padres.
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.
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.
On July 27, 2024, Machado homered for his 1,000th career RBI at Camden Yards, driving in three runs in the Padres' 9-4 win.
On September 10, 2024, Machado became the Padres' new career home run leader with 164, breaking Nate Colbert's record after homering off George Kirby of the Seattle Mariners.
On April 8, 2025, Machado scored his 1,000th career run against the Athletics, hitting a solo home run in the first inning, although the Padres lost the game 10-4.
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