Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Tony Gonsolin

How Tony Gonsolin built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Anthony "Tony" Gonsolin is a professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers in MLB. He was drafted by the Dodgers in the ninth round of the 2016 MLB draft after playing college baseball at Saint Mary's. He made his major league debut in 2019.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2012: Undrafted in the MLB draft

After going undrafted in the 2012 MLB draft, Tony Gonsolin played college baseball at St. Mary's College of California.

2015: Played for the Madison Mallards

In summer 2015, Tony Gonsolin played for the Madison Mallards of the Northwoods League.

2016: Senior year at St. Mary's College

As a senior in 2016, Tony Gonsolin pitched to a 3–3 record with a 3.86 ERA in 18 games at St. Mary's College of California. He was later drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2016: Drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers

In 2016, Tony Gonsolin was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the ninth round of the Major League Baseball draft.

2017: Played for Great Lakes and Rancho Cucamonga

In 2017, Tony Gonsolin played with the Single-A Great Lakes Loons and the High-A Rancho Cucamonga Quakes, achieving a 7–6 record with a 3.86 ERA and 85 strikeouts in 42 games.

2018: Named Minor League Pitcher of the Year

In 2018, after being converted into a starter, Tony Gonsolin played for Rancho Cucamonga and the Double-A Tulsa Drillers, going 10–2 with a 2.60 ERA. The Dodgers named him the organization's minor league pitcher of the year.

2019: MLB Debut and First Career Save/Win

In 2019, Tony Gonsolin made his MLB debut with the Dodgers on June 26 against the Arizona Diamondbacks. On July 30, he earned his first career save against the Colorado Rockies. On August 5, he secured his first major league win against the St. Louis Cardinals.

2019: MLB Debut

In 2019, Tony Gonsolin made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut.

2021: Injured list stints and appearances

In 2021, Tony Gonsolin began the season on the Opening Day roster but was placed on the injured list on April 4 due to right shoulder inflammation. After being activated on June 9, he returned to the injured list on July 31. He returned on September 9, making 13 starts for the Dodgers.

2022: All-Star Selection and Injury

After a strong start to the 2022 season, Tony Gonsolin was selected to the 2022 Major League Baseball All-Star Game where he took the loss. He was later placed on the injured list in August with a forearm strain, returning on October 3.

January 31, 2023: Signed contract to avoid salary arbitration

On January 31, 2023, Tony Gonsolin signed a two-year, $6.65 million contract to avoid salary arbitration.

2024: Recovery from surgery

Tony Gonsolin spent the 2024 season recovering from Tommy John surgery, only appearing in three rehab games in the minor leagues.

2025: Injuries and surgery

In 2025, Tony Gonsolin began the season on the injured list due to a back injury. After returning and making seven starts, he was placed back on the injured list on June 7 for elbow discomfort, leading to shoulder surgery on August 12. He was designated for assignment on November 6.