Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Ryan O'Hearn

How Ryan O'Hearn built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Ryan O'Hearn is a professional baseball first baseman currently playing for the Baltimore Orioles in MLB. Previously, he played for the Kansas City Royals. O'Hearn's career reached a significant milestone in 2025 when he was selected for his first All-Star game, marking a high point in his professional baseball career.

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2011: Not Drafted, Enrolled at Sam Houston State University

In 2011, O'Hearn was not drafted out of high school and decided to enroll at Sam Houston State University to play college baseball.

2014: Drafted by Kansas City Royals and Pioneer League MVP

In 2014, O'Hearn was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the eighth round of the Major League Baseball draft. He spent the season with the Idaho Falls Chukars, where he achieved a .361 batting average, hit 13 home runs, and recorded 54 RBIs. He was named Pioneer League MVP and a postseason all-star that same year.

2014: Junior Season at Sam Houston State

In 2014, during his junior season at Sam Houston State University, O'Hearn batted .292 with eight home runs and 44 RBIs in 62 games.

2015: Promotion to Wilmington Blue Rocks

In 2015, O'Hearn started the season with the Lexington Legends, batting .277 with 19 home runs and 56 RBIs and earned a mid-season all-star selection. He was then promoted to the Wilmington Blue Rocks.

2016: Time with Wilmington and Northwest Arkansas

In 2016, O'Hearn played for both the Wilmington Blue Rocks and the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, achieving a combined slash line of .275/.351/.478 with 22 home runs and 78 RBIs.

2017: Time with Omaha Storm Chasers and Northwest Arkansas

In 2017, O'Hearn split his time between the Omaha Storm Chasers and the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, batting a combined .253 with 22 home runs and 64 RBIs.

July 31, 2018: MLB Debut with Kansas City Royals

On July 31, 2018, O'Hearn was called up to the major leagues and hit a home run in his first game for the Kansas City Royals.

2019: MLB and Class AAA Omaha performance

In 2019, O'Hearn struggled offensively at the MLB level, hitting .195. However, with Class AAA Omaha, he batted .295/.383/.597.

2021: Performance with Omaha and Royals

In 2021, Ryan O'Hearn had a standout performance with the Omaha Storm Chasers, batting .375/.451/.931. However, with the Royals, he batted .225/.268/.369.

December 28, 2022: Designated for Assignment

On December 28, 2022, Ryan O'Hearn was designated for assignment by the Royals, creating a roster spot for Jordan Lyles.

January 3, 2023: Traded to Baltimore Orioles

On January 3, 2023, O'Hearn was traded to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for cash considerations.

April 13, 2023: Orioles Debut

On April 13, 2023, the Orioles selected O'Hearn's contract and added him to the major league roster. He debuted in an 8-7 win, marking his first three-RBI game in two years.