History of Sean Manaea in Timeline

Sean Anthony Manaea is an American professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the New York Mets in Major League Baseball (MLB). His career in MLB includes stints with the Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres, and San Francisco Giants. Manaea honed his skills and demonstrated his talent during his college years at Indiana State University, where he played college baseball. Known for his performance on the mound, Manaea has built a reputation as a reliable pitcher in MLB, contributing to the teams he has played for with his skills and strategic pitching.

February 1, 1992: Birth of Sean Manaea

Sean Anthony Manaea was born on February 1, 1992. He is an American professional baseball pitcher who has played for several Major League Baseball teams including the Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, and the New York Mets.

2010: High School State Champion

In 2010, Sean Manaea, playing for Andrean High School, was part of the baseball team that won the state championship. This was during his senior year when he was already showing promise as a pitcher.

2012: Cape Cod Baseball League Best Prospect

In 2012, while attending Indiana State, Sean Manaea was named the best prospect in the Cape Cod Baseball League.

2013: Drafted Despite Injury

Although Sean Manaea faced a hip injury in 2013, he was drafted by the Kansas City Royals with the 34th pick. His injury affected his draft position, leading to surgery later that year.

2013: Drafted by Kansas City Royals

In 2013, Sean Manaea was drafted by the Kansas City Royals with the 34th pick. Despite being a top prospect, injuries affected his draft position. He signed with the Royals and later underwent surgery for a hip injury.

2013: Preseason All-American Recognition

In 2013, Sean Manaea was recognized as a Preseason All-American and was added to the National Pitcher of the Year Watch List. His college performance included a notable ERA and strikeout record, showcasing his pitching potential.

2014: Season with Wilmington Blue Rocks

In 2014, Sean Manaea played for the Wilmington Blue Rocks, achieving a 7–8 record and leading the Carolina League with 146 strikeouts. He was named an MiLB Organization 2014 All Star.

2014: First Trip to American Samoa & Tattoo

Sean Manaea visited American Samoa for the first time in 2014, connecting with his father's heritage. He began his sleeve tattoo there, incorporating traditional Samoan symbols representing knowledge, wisdom, and strength.

July 28, 2015: Trade to Oakland Athletics

On July 28, 2015, Sean Manaea was traded to the Oakland Athletics from the Kansas City Royals, in exchange for Ben Zobrist. This trade was a pivotal moment in his MLB career.

2015: Trade to Oakland Athletics

In 2015, Sean Manaea was traded from the Kansas City Royals to the Oakland Athletics. This marked a significant step in his MLB career.

2015: Promotion to Northwest Arkansas Naturals

In 2015, after recovering from injuries, Sean Manaea was promoted to the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, a Class AA team in the Texas League, where he continued to develop his pitching skills.

2016: Season Start with Nashville Sounds

Sean Manaea began the 2016 season with the Nashville Sounds, a Class AAA team in the Pacific Coast League, before being promoted to the major leagues.

2016: MLB Debut with Oakland Athletics

Sean Manaea made his MLB debut in 2016 for the Oakland Athletics. He ended his rookie season with a 7–9 record and a 3.86 ERA over 25 games.

April 30, 2017: Placed on Disabled List

On April 30, 2017, Sean Manaea was placed on the 10-day disabled list due to a left shoulder strain, affecting his playing time during the season.

2017: Struggles with Weight Loss

In 2017, Sean Manaea faced challenges with weight loss due to a medication dosage change, impacting his performance throughout the season. Despite this, he maintained a 12–10 record with a 4.37 ERA.

April 21, 2018: Sean Manaea Pitches a No-Hitter

On April 21, 2018, Sean Manaea pitched a no-hitter against the Boston Red Sox, leading the Oakland Athletics to a 3-0 victory. This achievement made him the first Athletics pitcher to throw a no-hitter since Dallas Braden in 2010. The Red Sox had the best record at the time for a team to be no-hit in baseball history.

2019: Return to Athletics and AL Wild Card Game

In 2019, after rehabbing his shoulder, Sean Manaea returned to the Oakland Athletics midseason. He made a strong comeback with a 4–0 record in five starts and was the starting pitcher in the 2019 AL Wild Card Game, although he struggled in the game against the Tampa Bay Rays.

2020: Oakland Athletics & ALDS

In 2020, Sean Manaea agreed to a $3.75 million salary with the Oakland Athletics and finished the season with a 4-3 record and a 4.50 ERA in 11 starts. He pitched in Game 2 of the ALDS against the Houston Astros, taking the loss.

2021: Leading the AL

In 2021, Sean Manaea led the American League with 32 starts and two shutouts for the Oakland Athletics. He finished the season with an 11-10 record, a 3.91 ERA, and 194 strikeouts in 179.2 innings pitched.

March 22, 2022: Contract Extension with Oakland Athletics

On March 22, 2022, Sean Manaea signed a $9.75 million contract with the Oakland Athletics, avoiding salary arbitration.

April 3, 2022: Trade to the San Diego Padres

On April 3, 2022, the Oakland Athletics traded Sean Manaea and Aaron Holiday to the San Diego Padres for Adrián Martínez and Euribiel Angeles.

December 16, 2022: Signing with the San Francisco Giants

On December 16, 2022, Sean Manaea signed a two-year, $25 million contract with the San Francisco Giants.

2022: Traded to San Diego Padres

Before the 2022 MLB season, Sean Manaea was traded from the Oakland Athletics to the San Diego Padres, continuing his professional baseball career.

2022: Free Agency

Sean Manaea became a free agent following the conclusion of the 2022 MLB season.

November 5, 2023: Opt-Out and Free Agency

On November 5, 2023, Sean Manaea opted out of the second year of his contract with the San Francisco Giants and became a free agent.

2023: Signed with San Francisco Giants

For the 2023 MLB season, Sean Manaea signed with the San Francisco Giants, marking another chapter in his professional career.

January 12, 2024: Signing with the New York Mets

On January 12, 2024, Sean Manaea signed a two-year, $28 million contract with the New York Mets, including an opt-out option after the 2024 season.

January 2024: Loss of Half-Brother

Sean Manaea's older half-brother, David, sadly passed away in January 2024 due to cancer. Manaea decided to wear number 59 with the Mets in honor of David, who was 59 years old.

October 8, 2024: First Postseason Win

On October 8, 2024, Sean Manaea earned his first career postseason win, pitching seven innings of one-run ball against the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 3 of the National League Division Series.