Manny Machado
Padres' all-time home run leader and Gold Glove third baseman.
Manuel Arturo Machado (born July 6, 1992) is an American professional baseball third baseman and shortstop for the San Diego Padres of Major League Baseball (MLB). He was raised in Miami, attended Brito High School, and was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles with the third overall pick in the 2010 MLB draft. He bats and throws right-handed. Born in the United States, he represents the Dominican Republic internationally.
Quick Facts
- Role
- Third Baseman
- Acquisition year
- 2019 (via trade)
- Previous team
- Baltimore Orioles
- Key strengths
- Defense and Power Hitting
- Status
- Franchise Icon; Retired Number Candidate
- All-star selections
- Multiple during tenure
Lore & Background
Machado made his MLB debut with Baltimore in August 2012. He had his breakout year in 2013, earning a spot on the American League All-Star team on his way to leading the league in doubles with 51. He won a Gold Glove Award. In 2018, he was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers and helped the team reach the World Series. That offseason, he signed a 10-year, $300 million contract with the Padres, the richest contract in the history of North American sports at the time. Since 2013, Machado has made the All-Star Game seven times, the All-MLB First Team two times, won two Gold Gloves, and three Silver Slugger Awards. He is the Padres' all-time home run leader.
Reader's Guide
Machado was born and raised in Miami, Florida. He was raised by his mother, Rosa Machado, his grandfather, Francisco Nunez, and his uncle, Geovanny Brito. He is of Dominican heritage. He attended Brito Miami Private School and committed to Florida International University. He grew up a fan of the Florida Marlins. The Orioles selected him third overall in the 2010 MLB draft. He signed a $5.25 million contract on August 16, 2010. He made his MLB debut on August 9, 2012. In 2013, he had 51 doubles, led the AL in doubles, and won a Gold Glove. He suffered a left knee injury on September 23, 2013, and had reconstructive surgery on October 10. In 2014, he was suspended five games for throwing his bat. He injured his right knee on August 11, 2014, requiring season-ending surgery. In 2015, he played all 162 games, hit 35 home runs, and won his second Gold Glove.
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