History of Willi Castro in Timeline

Willi Castro is a Puerto Rican professional baseball utility player currently playing for the Minnesota Twins in MLB. He debuted in MLB in 2019 with the Detroit Tigers. Castro was named an All-Star in 2024, marking a significant achievement in his career.

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April 24, 1997: Willi Castro Born

On April 24, 1997, Willi Rafael Castro Capellan was born. He is a professional baseball player.

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July 2013: Signed with Cleveland Indians

In July 2013, Willi Castro signed with the Cleveland Indians as an international free agent.

2014: Professional Debut

In 2014, Willi Castro made his professional debut with the Arizona League Indians, batting .239 with 2 home runs and 11 RBIs in 43 games.

2015: Played with Mahoning Valley Scrappers

In 2015, Willi Castro played with the Mahoning Valley Scrappers, batting .264 with 1 home run, 25 RBIs, and 20 stolen bases.

2016: Played with Lake County Captains and Lynchburg Hillcats

In 2016, Willi Castro played with the Lake County Captains and Lynchburg Hillcats, slashing .258/.285/.368 with 7 home runs and 49 RBIs.

2017: Played with Lynchburg

In 2017, Willi Castro played for Lynchburg, batting .290 with a career-high 11 home runs, 58 RBIs, and 19 stolen bases.

July 31, 2018: Traded to Detroit Tigers

On July 31, 2018, Willi Castro was traded to the Detroit Tigers in exchange for Leonys Martín and Kyle Dowdy. He then split the rest of the season between the Erie SeaWolves and the Toledo Mud Hens.

2018: Played with Akron RubberDucks

In 2018, Willi Castro opened the season with the Akron RubberDucks, batting .245/.303/.350.

August 24, 2019: MLB Debut with Tigers

On August 24, 2019, Willi Castro's contract was selected by the Tigers, and he was promoted to the major leagues. He made his debut that night against the Minnesota Twins, going 2-for-4.

2019: Started season with Toledo

In 2019, Willi Castro began the season with Toledo.

2019: MLB Debut

In 2019, Willi Castro made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Detroit Tigers.

August 13, 2020: Recalled to Major League Club

On August 13, 2020, Willi Castro was recalled to the major league club from the Tigers' satellite training camp in Toledo.

2021: Struggles and Demotion to Triple-A

In 2021, Willi Castro made the Tigers team out of spring training and played in his first opening-day game at the major league level. Following defensive struggles, he was demoted to Triple-A Toledo on July 16. He was later recalled to the major league roster on July 22 to replace the injured Isaac Paredes.