History of Royce Lewis in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 19, 2026

Royce Lewis is a professional baseball third baseman currently playing for the Minnesota Twins in MLB. He was the first overall pick in the 2017 MLB draft by the Twins and made his major league debut in 2022. Known for his athleticism and potential, Lewis is a key player for the Twins.

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June 5, 1999: Royce Lewis born

On June 5, 1999, Royce Oliver Lewis was born. He would later become a professional baseball third baseman.

2017: Drafted by Minnesota Twins

In 2017, Royce Lewis was drafted first overall by the Minnesota Twins in the MLB draft. He later signed with the Twins on June 17 and made his professional debut with the Gulf Coast League Twins on June 26.

July 14, 2018: Promotion to Fort Myers Miracle

On July 14, 2018, Royce Lewis was promoted to the Fort Myers Miracle of the High-A Florida State League.

July 26, 2018: Ranked as 10th best prospect

On July 26, 2018, MLB.com ranked Royce Lewis as the 10th best prospect in baseball.

2019: All-Star Futures Game selection

In 2019, Royce Lewis was invited to spring training by the Twins as a non-roster player and was named to the 2019 All-Star Futures Game. In July, he was promoted to the Pensacola Blue Wahoos.

2020: Minor league season cancellation

In 2020, Royce Lewis did not play in a game due to the cancellation of the minor league season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

February 24, 2021: ACL tear diagnosis

On February 24, 2021, Royce Lewis was diagnosed with a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee.

May 6, 2022: MLB debut

On May 6, 2022, Royce Lewis made his MLB debut for the Twins.

May 29, 2023: Return from injured list

On May 29, 2023, Royce Lewis was activated from the injured list and made his season debut as the starting third baseman for the Twins.

2023: Home Run Record

In the 2023 ALDS, Royce Lewis tied Kirby Puckett's record for the most home runs in a single postseason for the Twins, hitting his fourth home run of the postseason.