Career Timeline of Phil Maton: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Phil Maton built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Phillip Louis Maton III is a professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Texas Rangers in MLB. His MLB career includes stints with the San Diego Padres, Cleveland Indians, Houston Astros, Tampa Bay Rays, New York Mets, and St. Louis Cardinals, showcasing his experience across various teams within the league.

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2015: Drafted by the Padres

In 2015, Maton was drafted by the San Diego Padres in the 20th round of the MLB draft after playing college baseball at Louisiana Tech University.

2015: Professional Debut with Tri-City Dust Devils

In 2015, Phil Maton made his professional debut with the Low-A Tri-City Dust Devils, achieving a 4-2 record, a 1.38 ERA, and 58 strikeouts in 32 2/3 innings.

2016: Ascension Through the Minors

In 2016, Phil Maton played for the Single-A Fort Wayne TinCaps, High-A Lake Elsinore Storm, and Triple-A El Paso Chihuahuas, recording a 5-3 record, a 1.74 ERA, and 78 strikeouts in 51 2/3 innings across 38 appearances for the three teams. He also played for the Peoria Javelinas in the Arizona Fall League after the season.

June 11, 2017: Called Up By Padres

On June 11, 2017, Phil Maton was called up by the San Diego Padres, remaining with the team for the rest of the season and pitching in a middle relief role, achieving a 4.19 ERA and 46 strikeouts in 43 innings over 46 games.

2017: Began Season with Triple-A El Paso

In 2017, Phil Maton began the season with Triple-A El Paso.

2017: MLB Debut

In 2017, Phil Maton made his Major League Baseball debut with the San Diego Padres.

2018: 2018 Season with Padres

In 2018, Phil Maton started the season with Triple-A El Paso and was recalled to the majors. He went on the DL with a strained lat and returned after a rehab assignment. He finished the season with a 4.37 ERA and 55 strikeouts in 47 1/3 innings, with performance declining after returning from injury.

July 12, 2019: Traded to Cleveland Indians

On July 12, 2019, Phil Maton was traded to the Cleveland Indians. He subsequently posted a 2.92 ERA in 12 1/3 innings over 9 games with Cleveland.

July 30, 2021: Traded to Houston Astros

On July 30, 2021, Phil Maton was traded by the Cleveland Indians to the Houston Astros. He finished the 2021 season with Houston with a 4-0 record and a 4.97 ERA in 27 games, pitching 25 1/3 innings.