History of Mike Foltynewicz in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 26, 2024

"Folty", Michael Gary Foltynewicz, is a retired American professional baseball pitcher. His MLB career included stints with the Houston Astros, Atlanta Braves, and Texas Rangers.

October 7, 1991: Birth of Mike Foltynewicz

On October 7, 1991, Michael Gary Foltynewicz, nicknamed "Folty," was born. He would go on to become an American professional baseball pitcher.

2009: Foltynewicz Becomes First Braves Pitcher Since 2009 to Strike Out 200

During the 2018 season, Mike Foltynewicz became the first Atlanta Braves pitcher since Javier Vázquez in 2009 to strike out 200 batters in a single season.

2010: Foltynewicz Begins Professional Career

After being drafted by the Astros in 2010, Mike Foltynewicz decided to forgo college and begin his professional baseball career. He signed with the Astros for a $1.2 million signing bonus.

2010: Foltynewicz Graduates High School

Mike Foltynewicz graduates from Minooka High School in Minooka, Illinois, in 2010.

2010: Houston Astros Draft Mike Foltynewicz

The Houston Astros selected Mike Foltynewicz in the first round of the 2010 MLB draft.

2011: Foltynewicz Pitches for Class A Lexington

During the 2011 season, Mike Foltynewicz played for the Class A Lexington Legends.

2012: Foltynewicz Named Astros Minor League Pitcher of the Year

Mike Foltynewicz had a breakout season in 2012, earning a 14-4 record and a 3.14 ERA. He was recognized as the Astros Minor League Pitcher of the Year for his accomplishments.

August 1, 2014: Foltynewicz Called Up to the Majors

On August 1, 2014, the Houston Astros called up Mike Foltynewicz to the major leagues.

August 2014: Mike Foltynewicz Makes MLB Debut

In August 2014, Mike Foltynewicz was called up to the major leagues by the Houston Astros.

January 14, 2015: Foltynewicz Traded to Atlanta

On January 14, 2015, the Houston Astros traded Mike Foltynewicz, Andrew Thurman, and Rio Ruiz to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for Evan Gattis and James Hoyt.

2015: Foltynewicz Traded to Atlanta Braves

Before the start of the 2015 season, the Houston Astros traded Mike Foltynewicz to the Atlanta Braves.

2016: Foltynewicz Sidelined with Bone Spur

Mike Foltynewicz began the 2016 season recovering from surgery and was assigned to the minor leagues. After being called up in May, he was placed on the disabled list in June due to a bone spur in his elbow.

June 30, 2017: Foltynewicz Loses No-Hitter in 9th Inning

On June 30, 2017, Mike Foltynewicz took a no-hitter into the ninth inning against the Oakland Athletics. However, he gave up a home run to the leadoff batter and was subsequently pulled from the game.

2017: Folty's Fridays

In 2017, Foltynewicz started "Folty's Fridays," a community outreach program for children.

February 2018: Birth of First Child

Foltynewicz and his wife, Brittany Wortmann, welcomed their first child, a son, in February 2018.

June 1, 2018: Foltynewicz Pitches First Complete Game Shutout

Mike Foltynewicz achieved a career milestone on June 1, 2018, by pitching his first complete game shutout. He accomplished this feat against the Washington Nationals.