History of Mickey Moniak in Timeline

Mickey Moniak is a professional baseball center fielder currently playing for the Colorado Rockies in MLB. He was drafted first overall by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2016 MLB draft. Moniak has also played for the Los Angeles Angels during his MLB career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 13, 1998: Mickey Moniak's Birth

On May 13, 1998, McKenzie Matthew Moniak, later known as Mickey Moniak, was born.

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2015: Perfect Game All-American Classic

In August 2015, Mickey Moniak participated in the Perfect Game All-American Classic held at Petco Park.

June 20, 2016: Signed with the Phillies

On June 20, 2016, Mickey Moniak signed with the Philadelphia Phillies, receiving a $6.1 million signing bonus.

2016: Professional Debut

In 2016, Mickey Moniak made his professional debut with the Rookie-level Gulf Coast League Phillies, batting .284 with 28 RBIs. He was ranked among baseball's top prospects by Baseball America and MLB.com.

2016: High School Player of the Year

In 2016, Mickey Moniak was named Baseball America High School Player of the Year, Gatorade California Baseball Player of the Year, and San Diego Section Player of the Year.

2016: Drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies

In 2016, the Philadelphia Phillies selected Mickey Moniak as the first overall pick in the MLB draft.

2017: Lakewood BlueClaws Season

In 2017, Mickey Moniak played with the Class A Lakewood BlueClaws, batting .236 with 5 home runs and 44 RBIs. Baseball America lauded his defensive skills and hitting potential.

2018: Clearwater Threshers Season

In 2018, Mickey Moniak played for the Class A-Advanced Clearwater Threshers, where he batted .270 with 28 doubles, 5 home runs and 55 RBIs.

2019: Phillies Spring Training and Reading Fightin Phils Season

In 2019, Mickey Moniak attended Phillies Major League spring training. He played the season with the Reading Fightin Phils, batting .252 with 11 home runs and 67 RBIs. He was selected for the Eastern League All-Star Game and played in the Arizona Fall League.

September 16, 2020: Promotion to Major Leagues

On September 16, 2020, Mickey Moniak was added to the Phillies' 40-man roster and promoted to the major leagues for the first time, making his MLB debut that night against the New York Mets.

September 18, 2020: First Big League Hit

On September 18, 2020, Mickey Moniak recorded his first major league hit with a single against the Toronto Blue Jays.

April 21, 2021: First Major League Home Run

On April 21, 2021, Mickey Moniak hit his first major league home run against Anthony DeSclafani of the San Francisco Giants.

August 2, 2022: Trade to the Los Angeles Angels

On August 2, 2022, Mickey Moniak was traded to the Los Angeles Angels alongside Jadiel Sanchez in exchange for Noah Syndergaard.

2022: Opening Day Roster and Injury

In 2022, Mickey Moniak made the Phillies' Opening Day roster but suffered a right hand fracture in the final exhibition game against the Tampa Bay Rays, leading to a place on the injured list.