History of Robbie Ray in Timeline

Robert Glenn Ray, known as Robbie Ray, is a professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the San Francisco Giants in Major League Baseball (MLB). Prior to joining the Giants, Ray played for several other MLB teams including the Detroit Tigers, Arizona Diamondbacks, Toronto Blue Jays, and Seattle Mariners. He is a notable figure in professional baseball.

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October 1, 1991: Robert Glenn Ray's Birth

On October 1, 1991, Robert Glenn Ray, who would become a professional baseball pitcher, was born.

2004: Comparison to Randy Johnson's Batting Average Against

In 2017, Robbie Ray held opponents to a .199 batting average, which was the best for any Diamondback since Randy Johnson's .197 in 2004.

2010: Signed with the Washington Nationals

In 2010, after de-committing from Vanderbilt University and planning to play for the Arkansas Razorbacks, Robbie Ray was selected by the Washington Nationals in the 12th round of the MLB draft. On August 14, 2010, he signed with the team, receiving a signing bonus of $799,000 and pitched one inning for the Vermont Lake Monsters.

May 10, 2011: First Professional Baseball Start

On May 10, 2011, Robbie Ray made his first professional baseball start for the Class A Hagerstown Suns, pitching five innings with six strikeouts and no walks.

2012: Struggled with the Potomac Nationals

In 2012, after being promoted to the Potomac Nationals, Robbie Ray struggled, going 4-12 with a 6.56 ERA.

July 5, 2013: Promotion to Double-A Harrisburg Senators

On July 5, 2013, Robbie Ray was promoted to the Double-A Harrisburg Senators after a strong performance in the Carolina League.

December 3, 2013: Traded to the Detroit Tigers

On December 3, 2013, Robbie Ray was traded to the Detroit Tigers along with Ian Krol and Steve Lombardozzi Jr. for Doug Fister.

May 6, 2014: MLB Debut

On May 6, 2014, Robbie Ray made his MLB debut for the Detroit Tigers, allowing one run in 5+1⁄3 innings in a victory against the Houston Astros.

December 5, 2014: Traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks

On December 5, 2014, the Detroit Tigers traded Robbie Ray to the Arizona Diamondbacks as part of a three-team trade.

2015: Development with the Arizona Diamondbacks

In 2015, Robbie Ray played for the Arizona Diamondbacks, showing increased command and development with a 5-12 record and a 3.52 ERA, leading to 108 strikeouts in 117+1⁄3 innings.

2016: Inconsistent Season with the Diamondbacks

In 2016, Robbie Ray had an inconsistent season with the Arizona Diamondbacks, marked by a high strikeout rate but also a high ERA. He finished the season with an 8-15 record and a 4.90 ERA.

2017: All-Star Season Interrupted by Injury

In 2017, Robbie Ray had a strong season, including a scoreless streak and his first complete game shutout, earning him an All-Star selection. His season was interrupted on July 28, 2017, when he was hit in the head by a line drive, causing him to miss time due to concussion protocols. He finished the season with a 15-5 record and a 2.89 ERA.

2017: MLB All-Star Selection

In 2017, Robbie Ray was selected as an MLB All-Star for the first time.

2018: Strained Oblique and Return to Pitching

In 2018, Robbie Ray left his April 30 start with a strained oblique muscle. He returned to pitching on June 27, 2018, and finished the season with a 6-2 record and a 3.93 ERA.

2019: Career High Starts and Strikeouts

In 2019, Robbie Ray pitched a career high of 33 starts, finishing with a 12-8 record, a 4.34 ERA, and a career-high 235 strikeouts.

August 16, 2020: 1,000 MLB Career Strikeouts

On August 16, 2020, Robbie Ray reached 1,000 MLB career strikeouts. He finished the 2020 season with a 1-4 record and a 7.84 ERA while leading the NL in walks given up with 31.

August 31, 2020: Traded to the Toronto Blue Jays

On August 31, 2020, the Arizona Diamondbacks traded Robbie Ray to the Toronto Blue Jays.

September 1, 2020: Blue Jays Debut

On September 1, 2020, Robbie Ray made his Toronto Blue Jays debut.

July 11, 2021: No-Hitter Bid Broken Up

On July 11, 2021, while pitching for the Blue Jays, Robbie Ray took a no-hitter into the 7th inning against the Tampa Bay Rays, but it was broken up by a one-out double.

November 30, 2021: Signed with the Seattle Mariners

On November 30, 2021, Robbie Ray signed a five-year contract worth $115 million with the Seattle Mariners.

2021: Outstanding Season with Blue Jays

In 2021, Robbie Ray finished the season with a 13-7 record. He led the American League in ERA (2.84), strikeouts (248), innings pitched (193+1⁄3), and WHIP (1.04). He also won the American League Cy Young Award and the Players Choice Award for AL Outstanding Pitcher.

2021: AL Cy Young Award and All-MLB First Team

In 2021, Robbie Ray won the American League Cy Young Award with the Toronto Blue Jays and was named to the All-MLB First Team. He led the AL in earned run average (ERA) and MLB in strikeouts that year.