Career Timeline of Tony Kemp (baseball): Major Achievements and Milestones
How Tony Kemp (baseball) built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Tony Kemp is a professional baseball player, primarily a second baseman and left fielder, currently a free agent. He has played in MLB for several teams, including the Houston Astros, Chicago Cubs, Oakland Athletics, and Baltimore Orioles. Kemp is known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions.
2012: Played in Cape Cod Baseball League
In 2012, Tony Kemp played collegiate summer baseball with the Cotuit Kettleers of the Cape Cod Baseball League.
2013: Drafted by the Houston Astros
In 2013, Tony Kemp was drafted by the Houston Astros in the fifth round of the MLB draft.
2015: Promotion to Fresno Grizzlies
In 2015, Tony Kemp received a midseason promotion to the Fresno Grizzlies of the Triple–A Pacific Coast League, after beginning the season with the Corpus Christi Hooks. He also appeared in the 2015 All-Star Futures Game.
May 16, 2016: Promoted to Major Leagues
On May 16, 2016, Tony Kemp was promoted to the major leagues by the Houston Astros.
2016: MLB Debut with the Astros
In 2016, Tony Kemp made his Major League Baseball debut with the Houston Astros.
March 19, 2017: Optioned back to Fresno
On March 19, 2017, Tony Kemp was optioned back to Fresno by the Houston Astros.
May 16, 2018: Called up to Astros
On May 16, 2018, Tony Kemp was called up to the Astros to replace Jake Marisnick.
July 26, 2019: Designated for assignment by the Astros
On July 26, 2019, Tony Kemp was designated for assignment by the Astros to clear roster space for Carlos Correa.
July 31, 2019: Traded to the Chicago Cubs
On July 31, 2019, the Astros traded Tony Kemp to the Chicago Cubs for Martín Maldonado.
2019: Traded to the Chicago Cubs
During the 2019 season, Tony Kemp was traded to the Chicago Cubs.
January 13, 2020: Traded to Oakland Athletics
On January 13, 2020, Tony Kemp was traded by the Cubs to the Oakland Athletics for Alfonso Rivas.
2020: Played for the Oakland Athletics
From 2020, Tony Kemp played for the Oakland Athletics.
2021: Contract with the Athletics
After the 2020 season, Tony Kemp and the Athletics signed a $1.05 million contract for the 2021 season, avoiding salary arbitration.
2022: Salary Agreement with Athletics
In 2022, Tony Kemp agreed to a $2.25 million salary with the Athletics.
January 13, 2023: Signed Contract with Athletics
On January 13, 2023, Tony Kemp signed a one-year, $3.725 million contract with the Athletics, avoiding salary arbitration.
2023: Last Season with the Athletics
2023 was Tony Kemp's last season playing for the Oakland Athletics.
February 23, 2024: Signed Minor League Contract with Reds
On February 23, 2024, Tony Kemp signed a minor league contract with the Cincinnati Reds.
April 16, 2024: Signed Minor League Contract with Twins
On April 16, 2024, Tony Kemp signed a minor league contract with the Minnesota Twins.
July 9, 2024: Signed Minor League Contract with Reds
On July 9, 2024, Tony Kemp signed a minor league contract with the Cincinnati Reds.
2024: Played for the Baltimore Orioles
In 2024, Tony Kemp played for the Baltimore Orioles.
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