History of Seranthony Domínguez in Timeline

Seranthony Domínguez is a Dominican professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Toronto Blue Jays in MLB. He previously played for the Philadelphia Phillies and Baltimore Orioles. Domínguez signed with the Phillies as an international free agent in 2011 and made his Major League debut in 2018. He is known for his pitching abilities in professional baseball.

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1908: Start of recorded baseball history

May 7, 2018 was the date of the MLB debut for Domínguez, making him the only major league reliever in recorded baseball history dating back to 1908 to record at least two outs and allow no runs, hits, or walks in his first five major-league appearances.

1955: Tied Record for Most Saves by Rookie Reliever

In 2018, Domínguez's 16 saves tied Jack Meyer's 1955 record for the most saves by a Phillies rookie reliever.

November 25, 1994: Seranthony Domínguez Born

On November 25, 1994, Seranthony Ambioris Domínguez Taveras was born. He is now a Dominican professional baseball pitcher.

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October 2011: Signed with the Philadelphia Phillies

In October 2011, Domínguez signed with the Philadelphia Phillies as an international free agent for $25,000.

2011: Signed with the Phillies

In 2011, Seranthony Domínguez signed with the Philadelphia Phillies as an international free agent.

2012: Professional Debut with DSL Phillies

In 2012, Domínguez made his professional debut with the DSL Phillies, finishing the season with a 4–4 record, a 3.48 ERA, and 40 strikeouts in 67.1/3 innings.

2013: Return to DSL Phillies

In 2013, Domínguez returned to the DSL, achieving a 4–6 record, a 2.96 ERA, and 58 strikeouts in 76 innings. He also led the Dominican Summer League in shutouts (2) and complete games (2).

2014: Played for GCL Phillies

In 2014, Domínguez played for the GCL Phillies, posting a 2–2 record and a 3.12 ERA with 24 strikeouts in 26 relief innings.

2015: Season with GCL Phillies

In 2015, Domínguez played with the GCL Phillies, recording a 1–1 record with a 2.35 ERA and 9 strikeouts in 7.2/3 innings.

2016: Pitched for Williamsport and Lakewood

In 2016, Domínguez pitched for both the Class A Short-Season Williamsport Crosscutters and Class A Lakewood BlueClaws, achieving a combined 6–3 record and a 2.34 ERA in 13 starts with 65 strikeouts in 65.1/3 innings.

2017: Played for Clearwater Threshers

In 2017, Domínguez played for the Class A-Advanced Clearwater Threshers, achieving a 4–4 record and a 3.61 ERA with 75 strikeouts in 62.1/3 innings. He was also named a 2017 Florida State League Mid-Season All-Star. The Phillies added him to their 40-man roster after the 2017 season and converted him into a relief pitcher.

May 7, 2018: MLB Debut with Phillies

On May 7, 2018, Domínguez was promoted to the Phillies and made his MLB debut the same night. He is the only major league reliever in recorded baseball history to record at least two outs and allow no runs, hits, or walks in his first five major-league appearances. He also became the first pitcher in recorded history to not allow a run, hit, or walk in his first six appearances.

2018: Started with Reading Fightin Phils and Promoted to Lehigh Valley IronPigs

In 2018, Domínguez began the season with the Double-A Reading Fightin Phils, going 1–2 with a 2.08 ERA. He was then promoted to the Triple-A Lehigh Valley IronPigs in late April, where he went 1–0 with a 0.00 ERA. Between the two minor league teams, Domínguez gave up 8 hits and 2 walks, and struck out 21 batters in 16.2/3 innings.

2018: MLB Debut

In 2018, Seranthony Domínguez made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut.

2019: 2019 Season

In 2019, Domínguez had a 3–0 record with a 4.74 ERA in 24+2⁄3 innings over 27 relief appearances, striking out 29 batters. His season ended early due to a damaged ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow.

July 30, 2020: Tommy John Surgery

On July 30, 2020, Domínguez underwent Tommy John surgery, more than a year after being placed on the injured list.

February 17, 2021: Placed on 60-day Injured List

On February 17, 2021, Domínguez was placed on the 60-day injured list as he continued to recover from Tommy John surgery.

2022: 2022 Regular Season

In the 2022 regular season, Domínguez had a 6–5 record with nine saves and a 3.00 ERA, striking out 61 batters in 54 innings over 54 relief appearances. He also earned a save in game 3 of the NLCS against the San Diego Padres and pitched in 9 postseason games.

February 16, 2023: Signed Contract Extension with Phillies

On February 16, 2023, Domínguez signed a two-year, $7.25 million contract extension with the Phillies.

2023: 2023 Season

In 2023, Domínguez had a 3.78 ERA and struck out 48 batters in 50 relief innings and 57 appearances. He also missed time due to an oblique strain and made 6 appearances in the postseason.

July 26, 2024: Traded to Baltimore Orioles

On July 26, 2024, Domínguez was traded to the Baltimore Orioles alongside Cristian Pache in exchange for Austin Hays.

2024: 2024 Season with Phillies

In 2024, Domínguez made 38 appearances for Philadelphia, compiling a 4.75 ERA with 40 strikeouts across 36 innings. He was the second longest-tenured Phillie prior to being traded.