History of Michael Fulmer in Timeline
Michael Fulmer is a professional baseball pitcher currently in the Chicago Cubs organization. He previously played for the Detroit Tigers, Minnesota Twins, and Boston Red Sox in MLB. Fulmer achieved significant recognition early in his career, winning the American League Rookie of the Year Award in 2016 and being named an All-Star in 2017, marking him as a promising talent in the sport.
5 hours ago : Michael Fulmer Returns to Cubs; Pearson Optioned Amid Roster Adjustments.
Michael Fulmer was selected by the Chicago Cubs, while pitcher Pearson was optioned. This move brings a familiar face back to the Cubs bullpen as they navigate roster adjustments.
1913: Tigers Pitcher scoreless starts record
In 1913, Michael Fulmer became the first Tigers pitcher since at least 1913 to allow one or zero runs in eight consecutive starts.
1967: John Hiller's scoreless innings record
In 1967, John Hiller set the previous Tiger rookie record of 28+2⁄3 scoreless innings.
1981: Fernando Valenzuela's scoreless innings streak
In 1981, Fernando Valenzuela set the all-time rookie record of 35 consecutive scoreless innings.
1984: Orel Hershiser's scoreless innings streak
In 1984, Orel Hershiser threw 32 consecutive scoreless innings.
March 15, 1993: Michael Fulmer's Birth
On March 15, 1993, Michael Joseph Fulmer was born. He is an American professional baseball pitcher.
2011: Drafted by the New York Mets
In 2011, Michael Fulmer was drafted by the New York Mets in the first round of the Major League Baseball Draft and made his professional debut that season with the rookie league Gulf Coast Mets.
2012: Savannah Sand Gnats Season
In 2012, Michael Fulmer started 21 games for the Savannah Sand Gnats, achieving a 7–6 record with a 2.74 ERA and 101 strikeouts.
2013: Season Limited by Injuries
Due to injuries, Michael Fulmer pitched in only nine games during the 2013 season between the rookie league Gulf Coast Mets and the class A advanced St. Lucie Mets.
2014: St. Lucie and Binghamton Mets Season
In 2014, Michael Fulmer started with St. Lucie and finished the year with the Double-A Binghamton Mets, starting 20 games and achieving a 6–11 record with a 4.38 ERA.
July 31, 2015: Trade to Detroit Tigers
On July 31, 2015, Michael Fulmer was traded by the Mets to the Detroit Tigers along with Luis Cessa for Yoenis Céspedes.
August 9, 2015: Eastern League Pitcher of the Week
On August 9, 2015, Michael Fulmer was named the Eastern League Pitcher of the Week after starting two games for the Erie SeaWolves, achieving a 2–0 record with an 0.00 ERA.
August 28, 2015: Eastern League Pitcher of the Year
On August 28, 2015, Michael Fulmer was named the Eastern League Pitcher of the Year and was selected as the starting pitcher on the Eastern League All-Star team.
January 2016: Marriage to Kelsey Miles
In January 2016, Michael Fulmer married his girlfriend Kelsey Miles.
March 18, 2016: Optioned to Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens
On March 18, 2016, the Tigers optioned Michael Fulmer to the Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens.
2016: Changeup improvements
After struggling to a 6.52 ERA in his first four major league starts, Michael Fulmer improved his changeups. In 2016 it became a very effective pitch.
2016: First career major league complete game
In 2016, Michael Fulmer recorded his first career major league complete game and first career shutout against the Texas Rangers. He finished the 2016 season with an 11–7 record and a 3.06 ERA.
2016: American League Rookie of the Year Award
In 2016, Michael Fulmer won the American League Rookie of the Year Award.
2017: Knuckle curve introduction
In 2017, Michael Fulmer started to throw a knuckle curve, averaging 77-80 MPH, which he had formerly thrown in high school.
2017: All-Star Selection and Elbow Injury
In the first half of the 2017 season, Michael Fulmer earned his first American League All-Star selection. However, he was later placed on the 10-day disabled list due to right elbow ulnar neuritis and underwent elbow surgery for ulnar nerve transposition, ending his season.
2018: Disabled List and Knee Surgery
In 2018, Michael Fulmer was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a left oblique strain and underwent surgery on a torn meniscus in his right knee, finishing the season with a 3–12 record and a 4.69 ERA.
February 15, 2019: One-year contract with the Tigers
On February 15, 2019, the Tigers signed Fulmer to a one-year, $2.8 million contract following a salary arbitration hearing.
January 6, 2020: One-year contract with the Tigers
On January 6, 2020, the Tigers signed Fulmer to a one-year, $2.8 million contract to avoid arbitration.
January 12, 2021: One-year contract with the Tigers
On January 12, 2021, the Tigers and Fulmer agreed to a one-year, $3.1 million contract, avoiding arbitration.
2021: Velocity Slider
In 2021, Michael Fulmer began adding velocity to his slider, throwing it at an average of 91 MPH.
March 22, 2022: One-year contract with the Tigers
On March 22, 2022, Michael Fulmer signed a one-year, $4.95 million contract with the Tigers, avoiding arbitration.
August 2, 2022: Trade to Minnesota Twins
On August 2, 2022, Michael Fulmer was traded to the Minnesota Twins for pitcher Sawyer Gipson-Long.
February 20, 2023: Signed with the Chicago Cubs
On February 20, 2023, Michael Fulmer signed a one-year, $4 million contract with the Chicago Cubs.
February 8, 2024: Signed with the Boston Red Sox
On February 8, 2024, Michael Fulmer signed a two-year, minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox.
April 13, 2025: Contract selected by Boston
On April 13, 2025, Boston selected Michael Fulmer's contract, adding him to their active roster.
April 23, 2025: Signed with the Chicago Cubs
On April 23, 2025, Michael Fulmer signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs.
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