Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Patrick Corbin

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 18, 2025

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Patrick Corbin made an impact.

Patrick Corbin is a professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Texas Rangers in MLB. Previously, he played for the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Washington Nationals. A significant highlight of his career was winning the 2019 World Series with the Nationals, where he secured the victory in Game 7.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2009: Improving Changeup

During the 2009-10 offseason, Corbin improved his changeup during Instructional League.

2009: Signing with the Angels and Rookie Season

In 2009, Corbin signed with the Angels for a $450,000 bonus and played for the Orem Owlz, struggling with a 6.23 ERA.

2009: MLB Draft

In 2009, the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim selected Corbin in the second round of the MLB draft.

2010: Progression Through the Minors

In 2010, Corbin played with the Cedar Rapids Kernels and the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes, achieving a combined 3.87 ERA and 106 strikeouts.

2010: Trade to the Diamondbacks

In 2010, Corbin was traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks as part of a package for Dan Haren.

2011: Knuckle Curve Development

In 2011, Corbin developed a knuckle curve, which contributed to his scoreless innings streak.

April 30, 2012: MLB Debut

On April 30, 2012, Corbin was promoted to the major leagues by the Diamondbacks and made his MLB debut against the Miami Marlins, earning the win.

2012: Spring Training and Minor League Performance

In 2012, Corbin had a strong spring training and started the season with Mobile, achieving a 2-0 record and 1.67 ERA.

2012: MLB Debut with Diamondbacks

In 2012, Corbin made his MLB debut with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

July 4, 2015: Return to the Diamondbacks

On July 4, 2015, Corbin returned to the Diamondbacks after recovering from Tommy John surgery.

2015: Return to Diamondbacks

In 2015, Corbin returned to the Diamondbacks but struggled.

2016: Salary Agreement

In 2016, Corbin and the Diamondbacks agreed to a $2.525 million salary.

2017: Return to Rotation

In 2017, Corbin returned to the starting rotation for the Diamondbacks.

December 7, 2018: Signing with the Nationals

On December 7, 2018, the Washington Nationals announced a six-year, $140 million deal with Corbin.

2018: Opening Day Start and All-Star Selection

In 2018, Corbin started for the Diamondbacks on Opening Day and was named an All-Star for the second time.

2019: Joins Washington Nationals

In 2019, Corbin joined the Washington Nationals.

2019: World Series Win and Warren Spahn Award

In 2019, Corbin was the winning pitcher in Game 7 of the World Series, leading to the Nationals' first championship, and he also won the Warren Spahn Award.