History of Robbie Ray in Timeline
Robbie Ray is an American professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the San Francisco Giants in MLB. He has also played for the Detroit Tigers, Arizona Diamondbacks, Toronto Blue Jays, and Seattle Mariners. Known for his fastball and slider combination, Ray is a left-handed pitcher. His career highlights include winning the American League Cy Young Award in 2021 while playing for the Toronto Blue Jays. Throughout his MLB career, Ray has demonstrated a high strikeout rate but has also struggled with command at times. He signed with the Giants in 2022 and is currently with the team.
4 hours ago : Nationals Face Giants: Robbie Ray, Drafted Pitcher, on the Mound for Series Finale
The Washington Nationals played against the San Francisco Giants. Robbie Ray, a former Nationals draft pick, pitched for the Giants. Nationals sought to win the series in game 53 facing Ray who joined the Giants.
October 1, 1991: Robert Glenn Ray Born
On October 1, 1991, Robert Glenn Ray was born. He is now known as a professional baseball pitcher.
1999: Last Tigers pitcher to win MLB debut at young age
In 1999, Jeff Weaver was the last Tigers pitcher to win his first major league start at the age of 22 or younger. Robbie Ray matched that accomplishment on May 6, 2014.
2004: Randy Johnson's Batting Average
In 2004, Randy Johnson had a .197 batting average against, which was the best of any Diamondback pitcher until Robbie Ray's .199 in 2017.
2010: Signed with 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. He signed with the team on August 14 for 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, striking out six, and walking none.
2012: Struggled with Potomac Nationals
In 2012, Robbie Ray struggled with the Potomac Nationals, going 4–12 with a 6.56 ERA.
July 5, 2013: Promoted to Double-A Harrisburg Senators
On July 5, 2013, Robbie Ray was promoted to the Double-A Harrisburg Senators after a strong first half in the Carolina League.
December 3, 2013: Traded to 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 on five hits in 5+1⁄3 innings against the Houston Astros, securing an 11-4 victory.
December 5, 2014: Traded to Arizona Diamondbacks
On December 5, 2014, Robbie Ray was traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks as part of a three-team trade.
2015: Development with Arizona Diamondbacks
In 2015, Robbie Ray showed development with the Arizona Diamondbacks, recording a 5-12 record and a 3.52 ERA, alongside 108 strikeouts in 117+1⁄3 innings.
2016: Inconsistent Season with Diamondbacks
During the 2016 season, Robbie Ray had an inconsistent performance with the Diamondbacks, marked by a high strikeout rate but also a high ERA. He finished with an 8-15 record and a 4.90 ERA.
2016: Career best innings pitched tied
In 2019, Robbie Ray pitched 174+1/3 innings, tying his career best innings pitched from 2016.
2017: All-Star Season Interrupted by Injury
In 2017, Robbie Ray had a strong season, including a 27+1⁄3-inning scoreless streak and his first complete game shutout. He was selected for the All-Star Game, but his season was interrupted when he was hit in the head by a line drive on July 28. He finished the regular season with a 15–5 record and a 2.89 ERA.
2018: Strained Oblique Muscle
In the 2018 season, Robbie Ray left his April 30 start against the Nationals with a strained oblique muscle, sidelining him for a period. He returned on June 27 and finished the season with a 6–2 record and a 3.93 ERA in 24 starts.
2019: Career High Starts
In 2019, Robbie Ray pitched a career-high 33 starts, finishing with a 12-8 record and a 4.34 ERA, also striking out a career-high 235 batters.
August 16, 2020: Reached 1,000 MLB Career Strikeouts
On August 16, 2020, Robbie Ray reached 1,000 MLB career strikeouts. In 2020 with Arizona he was 1-4 with a 7.84 ERA. He led the NL in walks given up (31).
August 31, 2020: Traded to Toronto Blue Jays
On August 31, 2020, Robbie Ray was traded to the Toronto Blue Jays from the Diamondbacks for Travis Bergen.
September 1, 2020: Blue Jays Debut
On September 1, 2020, Robbie Ray made his debut with the Toronto Blue Jays.
July 11, 2021: No-Hitter Bid
On July 11, 2021, 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 by Yandy Díaz.
November 30, 2021: Signed with Seattle Mariners
On November 30, 2021, Robbie Ray signed a five-year contract worth $115 million with the Seattle Mariners.
2021: Led American League
In 2021, Robbie Ray finished the season with a 13-7 record and 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.
October 11, 2022: ALDS Game 1
On October 11, 2022, in the first game of the ALDS against the Houston Astros, Robbie Ray gave up a walk-off three-run home run to Yordan Alvarez.
2023: Tommy John Surgery
In 2023, Robbie Ray made only one start before undergoing Tommy John surgery, ending his season.
January 5, 2024: Traded to San Francisco Giants
On January 5, 2024, Robbie Ray was traded to the San Francisco Giants in exchange for Mitch Haniger, Anthony DeSclafani, and cash considerations.
November 2, 2024: Declined to Exercise Opt-Out Clause
On November 2, 2024, Robbie Ray declined to exercise his opt-out clause, choosing to remain with the San Francisco Giants.
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