Career Timeline of Terrance Gore: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 30, 2026

Discover the career path of Terrance Gore, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Terrance Gore is a former professional baseball outfielder, known for his exceptional speed and specialization as a pinch-runner. Gore debuted in MLB in 2014 with the Kansas City Royals and has also played for the Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Dodgers, Atlanta Braves, and New York Mets. While he attended Gulf Coast Community College, his primary value to teams stemmed from his ability to steal bases and score crucial runs in late-game situations, making him a unique and valuable asset despite limited at-bats.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2011: Drafted by the Kansas City Royals

In 2011, Terrance Gore was selected by the Kansas City Royals in the 20th round of the Major League Baseball draft.

August 31, 2014: Promotion to the Royals

On August 31, 2014, Terrance Gore was promoted to the Kansas City Royals. He became the 16th player in MLB history to wear No. 0 and played in the 2014 MLB postseason.

2014: Considered Quitting Baseball

During the 2014 season, Terrance Gore considered quitting baseball but was advised against it by Mike Sweeney and promoted to the Omaha Storm Chasers to focus on pinch-running and stealing bases.

2014: MLB Debut with the Kansas City Royals

In 2014, Terrance Gore made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Kansas City Royals. He also played for the Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Dodgers, Atlanta Braves, and New York Mets.

2015: Royals Postseason Roster

In 2015, Gore was on the postseason roster of the Kansas City Royals, who won the championship.

2015: Received World Series Ring

In 2015, Terrance Gore played for the Royals in the ALDS and ALCS but was not on the World Series roster. Despite this, Gore received his first World Series ring.

December 1, 2017: Non-Tendered by the Royals

On December 1, 2017, Terrance Gore was non-tendered by the Kansas City Royals, making him a free agent, but he re-signed with the organization on a minor league contract the next day.

August 15, 2018: Traded to the Chicago Cubs

On August 15, 2018, Terrance Gore was traded to the Chicago Cubs for cash considerations and assigned to the Triple-A Iowa Cubs.

December 18, 2018: Signed with the Royals

On December 18, 2018, Terrance Gore signed a one-year contract to return to the Kansas City Royals.

July 12, 2019: Designated for assignment by Royals

On July 12, 2019, Terrance Gore was designated for assignment by the Kansas City Royals despite his performance.

July 17, 2019: Traded to the New York Yankees

On July 17, 2019, Terrance Gore was traded to the New York Yankees for cash considerations and assigned to the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders.