History of Mason Miller in Timeline

Mason Miller is an American professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the San Diego Padres in Major League Baseball (MLB). He previously played for the Oakland Athletics, making his MLB debut in 2023. Miller was selected as an All-Star in 2024, marking a significant achievement early in his professional career.

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August 24, 1998: Mason Miller's Birth

On August 24, 1998, Mason James Miller was born. He would later become a professional baseball pitcher.

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2021: Drafted by Oakland Athletics

In 2021, Mason Miller was selected by the Oakland Athletics in the third round of the Major League Baseball draft, marking the start of his professional baseball career.

2022: Limited Play in Multiple Leagues

In 2022, Miller's pitching appearances were limited to only six games across the ACL Athletics, Lansing Lugnuts, and Las Vegas Aviators. He also played in the Arizona Fall League after the season.

April 18, 2023: Promotion to Major Leagues

On April 18, 2023, after an impressive start in Triple-A, including 11 strikeouts over 5 perfect innings, the Athletics announced that Mason Miller would be promoted to the major leagues for the first time, marking a significant milestone in his career.

April 19, 2023: MLB Debut vs. Chicago Cubs

On April 19, 2023, Mason Miller made his MLB debut against the Chicago Cubs, pitching 4 1/3 innings, allowing two runs on four hits, a walk, and five strikeouts. He also became the 10th starting pitcher since Statcast's debut to throw 15 pitches above 100 mph.

2023: MLB Debut

In 2023, Mason Miller made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut.

April 2024: Named MLB Reliever of the Month

In April 2024, Miller was named MLB Reliever of the Month after achieving 8 saves in 8 opportunities and recording 28 strikeouts.

July 7, 2024: Named All-Star Reserve Player

On July 7, 2024, Mason Miller was named as a reserve player in the 2024 Major League Baseball All-Star Game. Prior to the game, he had a 2.39 ERA with 14 saves and 66 strikeouts.

September 26, 2024: Final Pitch at Oakland Coliseum and Franchise Record

On September 26, 2024, Mason Miller became the last pitcher to throw a pitch at the Oakland Coliseum in a major league game, closing out a victory over the Texas Rangers. During this outing, he set a new franchise record for saves by a rookie with 28 and threw the fastest pitch in Oakland Coliseum history at 103.8 MPH.

2024: All-MLB Second Team and Rookie of the Year Nomination

In 2024, Mason Miller finished the season with a 2.49 ERA, 28 saves, and 104 strikeouts. He was named to the All-MLB Second Team and finished fourth in AL Rookie of the Year voting.

2024: All-Star Selection

In 2024, Mason Miller was selected as an All-Star.

April 12, 2025: First Save at Sutter Health Park

On April 12, 2025, Mason Miller recorded the Athletics' first save at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, closing out a 3–1 victory over the New York Mets.

July 31, 2025: Traded to San Diego Padres

On July 31, 2025, Mason Miller and JP Sears were traded by the Athletics to the San Diego Padres in exchange for Leo De Vries, Braden Nett, Eduarniel Núñez, and Henry Baez, marking a significant shift in Miller's career.

2025: 2025 Season Performance and Postseason Debut

In 2025, Mason Miller finished the season with a 2.63 ERA, 22 saves, and 104 strikeouts across 60 games between the Athletics and Padres. He made his first postseason appearance in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series against the Chicago Cubs, striking out all three batters in the seventh inning, although the Cubs won the game.