Career Timeline of Trayce Thompson: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Trayce Thompson built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Trayce Thompson is a professional baseball outfielder, currently a free agent. He has played in MLB for several teams, including the Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs, and San Diego Padres. In 2023, he also played for the Great Britain National Team in the World Baseball Classic. His MLB career consists of bouncing around several teams.
4 hours ago : Trayce Thompson plays for Great Britain; Klay Thompson's brother; Family and Career Highlights.
Trayce Thompson, Klay Thompson's brother, represents Great Britain in the World Baseball Classic. The Thompson family's athletic background is highlighted, with Trayce forging his MLB career. Klay's generous Bentley gift to Megan Thee Stallion resurfaced.
2009: Started Baseball Career
In 2009, Trayce Thompson started his baseball career in the Rookie level with the Bristol White Sox and Great Falls Voyagers, hitting .198 in 106 at-bats combined.
2010: Played for Kannapolis Intimidators
In 2010, Trayce Thompson played the whole season for the Kannapolis Intimidators of the Single–A South Atlantic League, hitting .229 in 210 at-bats.
2011: Played for Kannapolis Intimidators
In 2011, Trayce Thompson again played the whole season with Kannapolis, hitting .241 in 519 at-bats, and was named to the mid-season SAL all-star team.
2012: Moved up through the White Sox farm system
In 2012, Trayce Thompson moved up through the White Sox farm system, starting with the Winston-Salem Dash of the High–A Carolina League, then to the Birmingham Barons of the Double–A Southern League and Charlotte Knights of the Triple–A International League, hitting a combined .253 in 517 at-bats.
November 20, 2013: Added to White Sox 40-man roster
On November 20, 2013, Trayce Thompson was added to the White Sox's 40-man roster.
2013: Played at Double-A Birmingham
In 2013, Trayce Thompson spent the entire season at Double-A Birmingham where he hit .229 in 507 at bats.
August 3, 2015: Promoted to major leagues
On August 3, 2015, Trayce Thompson was promoted to the major leagues by the White Sox, and he made his debut the next day.
December 16, 2015: Traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers
On December 16, 2015, Trayce Thompson, along with Micah Johnson and Frankie Montas, were traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers as part of a three-team trade.
2016: Played for the Los Angeles Dodgers
In 2016, Trayce Thompson played 80 games for the Dodgers, hitting .225 with 13 homers and 32 RBI. He was later placed on the disabled list on July 16 with a sore back and was out for the rest of the season due to multiple fractures in his back.
2017: Played for Oklahoma City Dodgers and Los Angeles Dodgers
In 2017, Trayce Thompson played 95 games for the Oklahoma City Dodgers and 27 for the Los Angeles Dodgers, batting .122 with a .483 OPS and two RBIs in his big-league appearances.
March 27, 2018: Designated for assignment
On March 27, 2018, Trayce Thompson was designated for assignment.
April 3, 2018: Claimed off waivers by the New York Yankees
On April 3, 2018, Trayce Thompson was claimed off waivers by the New York Yankees.
April 17, 2018: Designated for assignment by the Oakland Athletics
On April 17, 2018, the Oakland Athletics designated Trayce Thompson for assignment. He had one hit in seven at-bats in three games for the Athletics.
April 19, 2018: Traded back to the White Sox
On April 19, 2018, Trayce Thompson was traded back to the White Sox in return for cash considerations.
December 1, 2018: Signed minor league deal with Cleveland Indians
On December 1, 2018, Trayce Thompson signed a minor league deal with the Cleveland Indians.
August 2, 2019: Released by Cleveland Indians
On August 2, 2019, Trayce Thompson was released by the Cleveland Indians.
February 2, 2020: Signed minor-league deal with Arizona Diamondbacks
On February 2, 2020, Trayce Thompson signed a minor-league deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
November 2, 2020: Re-signed with the Diamondbacks
On November 2, 2020, Trayce Thompson re-signed with the Diamondbacks on a minor-league deal.
May 11, 2021: Traded to the Chicago Cubs
On May 11, 2021, Trayce Thompson was traded to the Chicago Cubs for cash considerations.
September 14, 2021: Contract selected by the Cubs
On September 14, 2021, the Chicago Cubs selected Trayce Thompson's contract.
November 3, 2021: Outrighted off 40-man roster
On November 3, 2021, Trayce Thompson was outrighted off the 40-man roster and elected free agency two days later.
2021: Played for Reno Aces
In 2021, Trayce Thompson played only four games for the Triple-A Reno Aces, going 5 for 18.
March 13, 2022: Signed minor league contract with San Diego Padres
On March 13, 2022, Trayce Thompson signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres.
May 19, 2022: Signed minor league deal with Detroit Tigers organization
On May 19, 2022, Trayce Thompson signed a minor league deal with the Detroit Tigers organization.
June 20, 2022: Traded back to the Dodgers
On June 20, 2022, Trayce Thompson was traded back to the Dodgers organization in exchange for cash considerations and had his contract selected to the active roster. He remained on the Dodgers active roster the rest of the season, hitting .268 with 13 home runs and 39 RBI in 74 games.
January 13, 2023: Agreed to contract with the Dodgers
On January 13, 2023, Trayce Thompson agreed to a one-year, $1.45 million contract with the Dodgers, avoiding salary arbitration.
July 28, 2023: Traded to the Chicago White Sox
On July 28, 2023, Trayce Thompson, Nick Nastrini, and Jordan Leasure were traded to the Chicago White Sox in exchange for pitchers Lance Lynn and Joe Kelly.
December 13, 2023: Signed with the New York Mets
On December 13, 2023, Trayce Thompson signed a minor league contract with the New York Mets.
2023: Played for Great Britain National Team
In 2023, Trayce Thompson played for the Great Britain National Team in the World Baseball Classic.
2023: Played in World Baseball Classic
In the 2023 World Baseball Classic, Trayce Thompson represented Great Britain in international competition, scoring the British team's first ever run in their first WBC appearance.
July 10, 2024: Signed with the Chicago Cubs
On July 10, 2024, Trayce Thompson signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs organization.
February 17, 2025: Signed with the Boston Red Sox
On February 17, 2025, Trayce Thompson signed a minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox.
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