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Michael Conforto

Michael Conforto, nicknamed "Scooter", is a professional baseball outfielder currently a free agent. He previously played in MLB for the New York Mets, San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers. Conforto is known for his hitting ability and has been a productive offensive player throughout his career.

4 hours ago : Michael Conforto Signs with Chicago Cubs Amidst Dodgers Free Agent Rumors.

Michael Conforto agreed to a contract with the Chicago Cubs, ending Dodgers free agent rumors. Conforto is set to join the Cubs. The deal details are currently unknown.

March 1, 1993: Michael Conforto's Birth

On March 1, 1993, Michael Thomas Conforto, later nicknamed "Scooter", was born. He would go on to become a professional baseball outfielder.

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1996: Reference to Andruw Jones' World Series Feat

In the text referencing Conforto hitting two home runs in Game 4 of the 2015 World Series, it mentions that he became the first rookie to homer twice in a world series game since Andruw Jones accomplished the feat in Game 1 of the 1996 World Series.

2004: Little League World Series

In 2004, Michael Conforto represented the Northwest Region in the Little League World Series.

2012: Freshman Year at Oregon State University

In 2012, as a freshman at Oregon State University, Michael Conforto achieved a batting average of .349, an on-base percentage of .437, and a slugging percentage of .601, hitting 13 home runs and leading the Pac-12 with 76 RBIs. He was also named Freshman Hitter of the Year by the NCBWA and Pac-12 Freshman of the Year.

2013: Sophomore Year at Oregon State University

In 2013, as a sophomore at Oregon State University, Michael Conforto hit .328/.447/.526 and helped lead the team to the College World Series. He was named to the All-Tournament Team, Pac-12 Player of the Year, and a first-team All-American by the ABCA.

July 11, 2014: Signed with the New York Mets

On July 11, 2014, Michael Conforto signed with the New York Mets, receiving a signing bonus of $2,970,800.

2014: Drafted by the New York Mets

In 2014, Michael Conforto was selected by the New York Mets in the first round of the MLB draft, with the 10th overall pick, after playing college baseball for the Oregon State Beavers.

2014: Preseason Player of the Year and Final College Season

Prior to the 2014 season, Michael Conforto was named the preseason Sporting News College Baseball Player of the Year. During the season, he hit .345/.504/.547 and was again named the Pac-12 Baseball Player of the Year. He was also a finalist for the Golden Spikes Award and the Dick Howser Trophy in 2014.

June 26, 2015: Promotion to Binghamton Mets

On June 26, 2015, Michael Conforto was promoted to the Binghamton Mets of the Class AA Eastern League.

July 12, 2015: All-Star Futures Game Appearance

On July 12, 2015, Michael Conforto started in left field for the United States team at the All-Star Futures Game in Cincinnati, collecting two hits and one assist.

July 24, 2015: Major League Debut

On July 24, 2015, Michael Conforto was promoted to the major leagues by the Mets and made his debut, recording his first major league RBI. He became the 1,000th player to appear in a game for the Mets.

2015: MLB Debut

In 2015, Michael Conforto made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut for the New York Mets.

June 25, 2016: Demotion to Las Vegas 51s

On June 25, 2016, after a slump, Michael Conforto was demoted to the Las Vegas 51s of the Class AAA Pacific Coast League and Brandon Nimmo was called up.

July 23, 2016: Major League Debut in Center Field

On July 23, 2016, Michael Conforto made his major league debut in center field as a defensive replacement.

2016: Reference to 2016 Batting Averages

During the 2021 season it was noted that the batting average and OPS that season was worse than any season of his aside from 2016, which was the first year he began the season in the majors.

2016: Performance with AAA Las Vegas

In 2016, Michael Conforto played with AAA Las Vegas in the Pacific Coast League, batting .422/.483/.727 with 30 runs, 9 home runs, and 28 RBIs with a 1.209 OPS.

2017: All-Star Selection

In 2017, Michael Conforto was selected as an All-Star.

2017: Season Ending Injury

In 2017, during a game on August 24, Michael Conforto suffered a season-ending injury, dislocating his left shoulder and tearing his posterior capsule. He was selected to the 2017 MLB All-Star Game in Miami. He elected to have surgery on September 2.

2018: Led the Mets in Home Runs and RBIs

In 2018, Michael Conforto led the Mets with 28 home runs and 82 RBIs, also scoring 78 runs.

May 28, 2019: First Career Grand Slam

On May 28, 2019, Michael Conforto hit his first career grand slam against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium.

2020: 2020 Season Performance

In 2020, Michael Conforto played in 54 games for the Mets, batting .322/.412/.515 with 40 runs, 9 home runs, and 31 RBIs. He led NL outfielders in assists, with six, playing right field exclusively.

2020: All-MLB Second Team Selection

In 2020, Michael Conforto was named an All-MLB Second Team outfielder.

January 2021: Engagement to Cabernet Burns

In January 2021, Michael Conforto got engaged to longtime girlfriend Cabernet Burns.

April 8, 2021: Walk-off Hit by Pitch

On April 8, 2021, Michael Conforto was the batter during a rare walk-off hit by pitch to win a game against the Miami Marlins; however, the call was controversial.

2021: Became a Free Agent

After the 2021 season, Michael Conforto became a free agent.

2021: Declined Qualifying Offer

Following the 2021 season, Michael Conforto declined a qualifying offer (one-year for $18.4 million) from the Mets, instead choosing free agency.

2021: Declined Contract Extension

Prior to the 2021 season, Michael Conforto declined a $100 million contract extension offered by the Mets.

January 2022: Shoulder Injury

In January 2022, Michael Conforto suffered a shoulder injury during a workout.

2022: Missed Season Due to Injury

Michael Conforto missed the entire 2022 season due to a shoulder injury.

January 6, 2023: Signed with San Francisco Giants

On January 6, 2023, Michael Conforto signed a two-year, $36 million contract with the San Francisco Giants, containing an opt-out clause after the first season.

December 2023: Birth of First Child

In December 2023, Michael Conforto and Cabernet Burns welcomed their first child, a son named Camden.

December 10, 2024: Signed with Los Angeles Dodgers

On December 10, 2024, Michael Conforto signed a one-year, $17 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2024: Opted In For 2024 Season

After the 2023 season, Michael Conforto opted in for the 2024 season at $18 million with the San Francisco Giants.