History of Mickey Moniak in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 4, 2026

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

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May 13, 1998: McKenzie Matthew Moniak Born

On May 13, 1998, McKenzie Matthew Moniak was born. He later became a professional baseball center fielder.

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2015: Played in Perfect Game All-American Classic

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

June 20, 2016: Signed with the Philadelphia Phillies

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

2016: Professional Debut

In 2016, Moniak debuted professionally with the Rookie-level Gulf Coast League Phillies, achieving a batting average of .284/.340/.409 with notable statistics in runs, doubles, triples, home runs, RBI, and stolen bases.

2016: Drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies

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

2016: Named High School Player of the Year

In 2016, as a senior, 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, while committed to UCLA to play baseball.

2017: Played with the Lakewood BlueClaws

In 2017, Moniak played with the Class A Lakewood BlueClaws, where he recorded a batting average of .236/.284/.341, along with six triples, five home runs, and 44 RBIs.

2018: Played with the Clearwater Threshers

In 2018, Moniak played with the Class A-Advanced Clearwater Threshers, hitting .270/.304/.383 with 28 doubles and 5 home runs.

2019: Played with the Reading Fightin Phils

In 2019, Moniak played with the Reading Fightin Phils in the Class AA Eastern League, batting .252/.303/.439 and leading the league in triples.

September 16, 2020: Added to Phillies' Roster and MLB Debut

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

September 18, 2020: First Big League Hit

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

April 21, 2021: First Major League Home Run

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

August 2, 2022: Traded to Los Angeles Angels

On August 2, 2022, Moniak was traded to the Los Angeles Angels along with Jadiel Sanchez for Noah Syndergaard.

2022: Made Phillies Opening Day Roster but Suffered Injury

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