History of Rob Refsnyder in Timeline

Robert Daniel "Rob" Refsnyder is a Korean American professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the Boston Red Sox in MLB. Known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions, Refsnyder has had a journeyman career, playing for several teams including the Yankees, Blue Jays, Rays, Rangers, Twins and Red Sox. He provides valuable depth and experience to the Red Sox roster.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

March 26, 1991: Robert Refsnyder Born

On March 26, 1991, Robert Daniel Refsnyder, originally named Kim Jung-tae, was born in South Korea.

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2008: Monica Drake Competed in Olympic Trials

In 2008, Robert Refsnyder's wife, Monica Drake, competed in the United States Olympic trials, attempting to qualify for the Summer Olympics.

2010: All-Pacific-10 Honorable Mention

In 2010, Refsnyder's freshman year, he batted .344 with two home runs in 57 games and received an All-Pacific-10 Honorable Mention.

July 10, 2012: Professional Debut

On July 10, 2012, Robert Refsnyder made his professional debut for the Charleston RiverDogs.

2012: Racist Taunts During College World Series

During the 2012 College World Series, Robert Refsnyder reported hearing racist taunts from South Carolina fans.

2012: Named CWS Most Outstanding Player

During the 2012 Wildcats season, Refsnyder batted .364 and led the team with eight home runs, 66 RBIs, and 14 stolen bases. He hit a home run in the first game of the 2012 College World Series (CWS) and batted 10-for-21 (.476) in the 2012 CWS, where the Wildcats defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks. He was named the CWS Most Outstanding Player.

2012: Yankees Drafted Refsnyder

In 2012, Refsnyder was drafted by the Yankees in the fifth round of the MLB draft.

2012: Met Wife

In 2012, Robert Refsnyder met his wife, Monica (née Drake), while they were both students at the University of Arizona.

2012: Wins College World Series

In 2012, Robert Refsnyder won the College World Series (CWS) with the Arizona Wildcats and was named the CWS Most Outstanding Player.

2013: Promoted to Tampa Yankees

In 2013, after 13 games with Charleston, Robert Refsnyder was promoted to the Tampa Yankees on April 19. He batted .283 with six home runs and 51 RBIs in 117 games for Tampa.

2014: Promoted to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders

In 2014, after batting .342 with six home runs in 60 games for the Trenton Thunder, Robert Refsnyder was promoted to the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders on June 10. He finished the season with a .300 average, eight home runs, and 33 RBI in 77 games for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.

September 1, 2015: Called Up to Majors

On September 1, 2015, Refsnyder was promoted to the major leagues as part of the Yankees' September call-ups.

December 2015: Married Monica Drake

In December 2015, Robert Refsnyder married Monica (née Drake).

2015: MLB Debut

In 2015, Robert Refsnyder made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the New York Yankees.

2016: Played First Base

In 2016, after injuries to Mark Teixeira and Dustin Ackley, the Yankees began to play Refsnyder at first base.

July 23, 2017: Traded to Blue Jays

On July 23, 2017, the Yankees traded Robert Refsnyder to the Toronto Blue Jays for Ryan McBroom.

November 20, 2017: Claimed by Cleveland Indians

On November 20, 2017, Robert Refsnyder was claimed off waivers by the Cleveland Indians.

2017: Designated for Assignment

In 2017, Robert Refsnyder was designated for assignment by the Yankees on July 19 to make room on their 40-man roster. Through July 19, he had a .135 batting average in 37 at bats for the Yankees.

March 27, 2018: Acquired by Tampa Bay Rays

On March 27, 2018, the Tampa Bay Rays acquired Robert Refsnyder from the Cleveland Indians in exchange for cash considerations.

November 20, 2018: Signed with Diamondbacks

On November 20, 2018, Robert Refsnyder signed a minor-league contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks for the 2019 season.

April 7, 2019: Traded to Cincinnati Reds

On April 7, 2019, the Diamondbacks traded Robert Refsnyder to the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations.

December 5, 2019: Signed with Texas Rangers

On December 5, 2019, Robert Refsnyder signed a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers for the 2020 season.

2019: Assigned to Reno Aces

In 2019, the Diamondbacks assigned Robert Refsnyder to the Reno Aces of the Triple-A Pacific Coast League to start the season.

December 17, 2020: Signed with Minnesota Twins

On December 17, 2020, Robert Refsnyder signed a minor league contract with the Minnesota Twins with an invitation to spring training.

2020: Designated for assignment by the Rangers

In 2020, after 34 plate appearances, Robert Refsnyder was designated for assignment by the Texas Rangers on August 24.

November 5, 2021: Elected for Free Agency

On November 5, 2021, Robert Refsnyder was outrighted off of the 40-man roster by the Twins, and he elected for free agency.

November 30, 2021: Signed with Boston Red Sox

On November 30, 2021, Robert Refsnyder signed a minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox.

2021: Birth of Son

In 2021, Robert Refsnyder and his wife Monica welcomed their son.

2021: Selected to Active Roster

In 2021, on May 15, the Twins selected Robert Refsnyder to the active roster.

2022: Signed with Red Sox

Ahead of the 2022 season, Robert Refsnyder signed with the Boston Red Sox.

June 3, 2023: Contract Extension with Red Sox

On June 3, 2023, Robert Refsnyder signed a one-year, $1.85 million contract extension with the Red Sox that included a club option for the 2025 season.

2024: Fractured Toe

During spring training in 2024, Robert Refsnyder fractured a toe on his left foot, which delayed his availability for the regular season. He appeared in 93 games and batted .283 with 11 home runs and 40 runs batted in.