Javier Báez

Former Prospect 10-day Injured List ... Detroit Tigers
High Level
MLB
Years
2011-2026 (2014-2026)
Proper Name
Ednel Javier Baez
Nickname
El Mago
Positions
SS (1225) ... 2B (367) ... 3B (138) ... CF (53) ... DH (18) ... 1B (12) ... LF (5) ... RF (1)
Height / Weight
5-11 / 190
Bats / Throws
Right / Right
Birthdate
December 1,1992   Age:  33.190
High School
Drafted/Signed
Signing Bonus
$ 2,625,000
Service Time
10.089 (2025)
MLB Debut
Contract Info
MLBAM ID
Retrosheet#
baezj001
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[2011] Originally Committed to Jacksonville ... 1st Round Draft Pick (#9 overall) by the Chicago Cubs   [2014] Participated in the All-Star Weekend Futures Game (World Team)   [2016] World Series Champion with Chicago Cubs   [2017] Played for Puerto Rico in World Baseball Classic   [2018] Participated in All-Star Game Home Run Derby   [2023] Played for Puerto Rico in World Baseball Classic
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201119June-RegChicago CubsYes2011-08-15SSHSFLArlington Country Day School (Jacksonville,FL)HSHShsPremiumPremiumTom Clark 
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