Career Timeline of Michael Conforto: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Michael Conforto built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Michael Conforto, nicknamed "Scooter", is a professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the Chicago Cubs in MLB. He previously played for the New York Mets, San Francisco Giants, and Los Angeles Dodgers. Conforto is an American professional baseball player.
1 day ago : Michael Conforto Hits Two-Run Home Run in Sunday Victory
Michael Conforto delivered a strong performance, hitting his 12th home run of the season during a dominant victory on Sunday. The outfielder continues to be a key offensive contributor for his team.
2012: Freshman Year at Oregon State
In 2012, as a freshman at Oregon State University, Conforto had a successful season, hitting .349 with 13 home runs and leading the Pac-12 with 76 RBIs. He was named Freshman Hitter of the Year by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association and Pac-12 Freshman of the Year.
2013: Sophomore Year at Oregon State and College World Series
In 2013, as a sophomore, Conforto helped lead Oregon State University to the College World Series, where he was named to the All-Tournament Team. He hit .328 with 11 home runs and was named Pac-12 Player of the Year and a first-team All-American.
July 11, 2014: Signed with the Mets
On July 11, 2014, Michael Conforto signed with the New York Mets, receiving a $2,970,800 signing bonus. He then played for the Brooklyn Cyclones.
2014: Drafted by the Mets
In 2014, after playing college baseball for the Oregon State Beavers, the Mets selected Conforto in the first round of the MLB draft with the 10th overall pick.
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
On July 12, 2015, Michael Conforto started in left field for the United States team at the All-Star Futures Game at Great American Ball Park 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 debut.
June 25, 2016: Demotion to Las Vegas 51s
On June 25, 2016, the Mets demoted Michael Conforto to the Las Vegas 51s of the Class AAA Pacific Coast League.
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: Triple-A Las Vegas Statistics
In 2016, while playing with Triple-A Las Vegas in the Pacific Coast League, Conforto batted .422 with 9 home runs, 28 RBIs, and a 1.209 OPS in 128 at bats, leading the league in batting average and on-base percentage.
2017: All-Star Season and Season-Ending Injury
In 2017, Michael Conforto started as the Mets' fourth outfielder but became a starter and was selected to the MLB All-Star Game. On August 24, he suffered a season-ending shoulder injury, and he had surgery on September 2.
2017: All-Star Selection
In 2017, Michael Conforto was selected as an All-Star.
2018: Led Mets in Home Runs and RBIs
In 2018, Michael Conforto led the Mets with 28 home runs, 82 RBIs, and 78 runs scored.
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 with the Mets
In 2020, Michael Conforto played in 54 games for the Mets, batting .322 with 9 home runs and 31 RBIs. He led NL outfielders in assists.
2020: All-MLB Second Team Outfielder
In 2020, Michael Conforto was named an All-MLB Second Team outfielder.
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 from the Mets and chose free agency.
2021: Contract Extension Declined
Prior to the 2021 season, the Mets offered Michael Conforto a $100 million contract extension, which he declined.
January 6, 2023: Signed with the San Francisco Giants
On January 6, 2023, Michael Conforto signed a two-year, $36 million contract with the San Francisco Giants, including an opt-out clause after the first season.
2023: Signed with the Giants
Before the 2023 season, Michael Conforto signed a free agent contract with the San Francisco Giants.
December 10, 2024: Signed with the 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.
2025: Signed with the Dodgers
Before the 2025 season, Michael Conforto signed a free agent contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
February 23, 2026: Signed with the Chicago Cubs
On February 23, 2026, Michael Conforto signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs that included an invitation to spring training.
2026: Signed with the Cubs
Ahead of the 2026 season, Michael Conforto signed with the Chicago Cubs.
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