History of Mike Tauchman in Timeline

Michael Robert "Mike" Tauchman is a professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the New York Mets. Drafted by the Colorado Rockies in 2013 after leading NCAA Division I baseball in batting average (.425) in his senior year at Bradley University, he debuted in MLB in 2017. Prior to joining the Mets, Tauchman played for the Rockies, New York Yankees, San Francisco Giants, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, and also played in the KBO League for the Hanwha Eagles. He was drafted in the 10th round of the 2013 MLB draft.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

December 3, 1990: Michael Tauchman Born

On December 3, 1990, Michael Robert Tauchman was born. He is an American professional baseball outfielder.

2013: Short-Season Debut

In 2013, Michael Tauchman played for the Short-Season Tri-City Dust Devils, achieving a .297 batting average and being named a Northwest League Mid-Season All-Star.

2013: College Baseball Success

In 2013, Michael Tauchman's senior year at Bradley University, he batted .425, leading NCAA Division I baseball. He also excelled in other stats, winning the MVC Baseball Player of the Year Award and earning All-American honors.

2013: College Senior Year and MLB Draft

In 2013, during his senior year at Bradley University, Tauchman led all NCAA Division I baseball players with a .425 batting average. Later that year, the Rockies selected him in the 10th round of the MLB draft.

2014: Plays for Tri-City and Modesto Nuts

In 2014, Michael Tauchman played for both Tri-City and the High-A California League Modesto Nuts, achieving a combined batting average of .293.

2015: Plays for New Britain Rock Cats

In 2015, Michael Tauchman played for the Double-A New Britain Rock Cats, where he batted .294 and was named an Eastern League Post-Season All-Star.

2016: Plays for Albuquerque Isotopes

In 2016, Michael Tauchman played for the Triple-A Albuquerque Isotopes and later for Águilas del Zulia in the Venezuelan Winter League.

January 2017: Marriage to Eileen

In January 2017, Michael Tauchman married his wife, Eileen.

June 27, 2017: Called up to the Majors

On June 27, 2017, Michael Tauchman was called up to the majors for the first time by the Rockies.

2017: MLB Debut

In 2017, Michael Tauchman made his Major League Baseball debut.

2017: Triple-A Albuquerque Isotopes Season

In 2017, Michael Tauchman played for the Triple-A Albuquerque Isotopes, batting .331 and earning recognition as a Pacific Coast League Post-Season All-Star and an MiLB.com Organization All-Star.

2018: PCL Player of the Week and All-Star Recognition

In 2018, Michael Tauchman was named PCL Player of the Week for May 14-20. He also played in 21 major league games. At the end of the season he was named a Mid-Season and Post-Season PCL All-Star and an MiLB.com Organization All-Star.

March 23, 2019: Traded to the Yankees

On March 23, 2019, Michael Tauchman was traded from the Rockies to the New York Yankees for Phil Diehl. He made the Yankees' Opening Day roster.

2019: Minor League Career Stats

In his minor league career through 2019, Michael Tauchman played various positions and batted .303/.375/.453 in 2,358 at-bats.

2020: 2020 Season with the Yankees

During the 2020 season with the Yankees, Michael Tauchman batted .242/.342/.305 in 95 at bats with 14 RBIs and 6 stolen bases. He did not hit any home runs and was hampered by a right shoulder injury.

April 27, 2021: Traded to the San Francisco Giants

On April 27, 2021, Michael Tauchman was traded from the Yankees to the San Francisco Giants in exchange for pitcher Wandy Peralta and Connor Cannon.

December 9, 2021: Signed with Hanwha Eagles

On December 9, 2021, Michael Tauchman signed a one-year contract for $1 million with the Hanwha Eagles of the KBO League.

2021: Start of 2021 Season with the Yankees

Michael Tauchman began the 2021 season with the Yankees, accumulating 14 at bats.

2022: KBO Season and All-Star Selection

In 2022, Michael Tauchman played for the Hanwha Eagles, batting .289/.366/.430, and was named an All-Star. Afterwards, he became a free agent.

January 13, 2023: Signed Minor League Contract with the Cubs

On January 13, 2023, Michael Tauchman signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs organization.

July 28, 2023: Robbed a Walk-Off Home Run

On July 28, 2023, while playing for the Cubs, Michael Tauchman robbed Alec Burleson of a walk-off home run against the St. Louis Cardinals.

November 22, 2024: Non-Tendered by the Cubs

On November 22, 2024, Michael Tauchman was non-tendered by the Cubs, making him a free agent.

December 11, 2024: Signed with the White Sox

On December 11, 2024, Michael Tauchman signed a one-year, $1.95 million contract with the Chicago White Sox.

September 24, 2025: Placed on Injured List

On September 24, 2025, Michael Tauchman was placed on the injured list after suffering a right meniscus tear, missing the remainder of the season while playing for the Chicago White Sox.