History of Orlando Arcia in Timeline

Orlando Arcia is a Venezuelan professional baseball shortstop currently playing for the Atlanta Braves in MLB. He was signed by the Milwaukee Brewers as an international free agent in 2010 and made his major league debut with them in 2016. Arcia was traded to the Braves during the 2021 season, continuing his MLB career with a new team.

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August 4, 1994: Orlando Arcia's Birth

On August 4, 1994, Orlando Jesús Arcia was born. He is a Venezuelan professional baseball shortstop.

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1995: Braves Last Title

The Braves finished with an 88–73 record in 2021, clinching the NL East, and eventually won the 2021 World Series, giving the Braves their first title since 1995.

October 2010: Signed by the Milwaukee Brewers

In October 2010, Orlando Arcia was signed as an international free agent by the Milwaukee Brewers.

2010: Signed as International Free Agent

In 2010, Orlando Arcia was signed by the Milwaukee Brewers as an international free agent, beginning his professional baseball career.

2011: Professional Debut

In 2011, Orlando Arcia made his professional debut with the Dominican Summer League Brewers.

2012: Injury During Spring Training

In 2012, Orlando Arcia missed the season due to a broken ankle he suffered during spring training.

2013: Return to Baseball

In 2013, Orlando Arcia returned to baseball, playing for the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers of the Class A Midwest League.

2014: Plays for Brevard County Manatees

In 2014, Orlando Arcia played for the Brevard County Manatees of the Class A-Advanced Florida State League, continuing his development in the minor leagues. He also played for Caribes de Anzoategui of the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League

2015: Minor League Player of the Year

In 2015, Orlando Arcia played with the Biloxi Shuckers, participated in the All-Star Futures Game, and was named the Brewers Minor League Player of the Year after hitting .307 with eight home runs. He also played for Caribes de Anzoategui of the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League

2016: Major League Debut with the Brewers

In 2016, Orlando Arcia began the season with the Colorado Springs Sky Sox before making his major league debut with the Milwaukee Brewers, playing 55 games and hitting .219 with 4 home runs.

2016: MLB Debut

In 2016, Orlando Arcia made his Major League Baseball debut with the Milwaukee Brewers.

July 1, 2018: Demoted to AAA

On July 1, 2018, Orlando Arcia was demoted to AAA for the second time in the season after batting .197.

2019: 2019 Season Performance

In 2019, Orlando Arcia batted .223 with 15 home runs and 59 RBIs for the Brewers.

2020: Platoon at Shortstop

In 2020, after the Brewers acquired Luis Urías, Orlando Arcia platooned at shortstop, appearing in 59 games and batting .260 during the COVID-shortened season.

April 6, 2021: Traded to the Atlanta Braves

On April 6, 2021, Orlando Arcia was traded by the Brewers to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for Patrick Weigel and Chad Sobotka.

September 2021: Rejoined Atlanta Braves

In September 2021, Orlando Arcia rejoined the Atlanta Braves after rosters expanded, contributing to the team's NL East title and eventual World Series victory, their first since 1995.

November 30, 2021: Signed Two-Year Contract

On November 30, 2021, Orlando Arcia and the Atlanta Braves agreed to a two-year contract worth $3 million.

2021: Traded to the Atlanta Braves

During the 2021 season, Orlando Arcia was traded from the Milwaukee Brewers to the Atlanta Braves.

August 9, 2022: Hamstring Injury

On August 9, 2022, Orlando Arcia injured his hamstring while running the bases during a game against the Boston Red Sox.

March 20, 2023: Won Starting Shortstop Job

On March 20, 2023, Orlando Arcia won the Atlanta Braves' starting shortstop job over Vaughn Grissom and Braden Shewmake due to his strong defensive performance in spring training.

2023: 2023 Season Performance

In 2023, Orlando Arcia played 139 games for the Braves, batting .264 with 17 home runs and 65 RBI.

2024: 2024 Season Performance

In 2024, Orlando Arcia played in 157 games for Atlanta, batting .218 with 17 home runs and 46 RBI.

May 23, 2025: Designated for Assignment

On May 23, 2025, Orlando Arcia was designated for assignment by the Braves after losing playing time to Nick Allen.

2026: Contract Option

Orlando Arcia's contract extension included a team option for the 2026 season for $2 million, or a $1 million buyout, providing the Braves with flexibility for his future with the team.