Manuel Margot

Player Information

Manuel Margot Gomez is a Dominican professional baseball center fielder who is currently a free agent. He has played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for teams like the San Diego Padres, Tampa Bay Rays, Minnesota Twins, and Detroit Tigers. Margot began his professional career with the Red Sox after being signed as an international free agent in 2011 and made his MLB debut with the Padres in 2016. Known for his speed and defensive capabilities, he has solidified his place as a versatile player in the league.
Full Name :
Manuel Margot Gomez
Birthdate :
28 September 1994
Birthplace :
Dominican Republic
Gender :
Male
Nationality :
Dominican Republic
Partner :
Rachell
Children :
Diamond (Son, Born 2017)
Career Started :
2012
Current Team :
Free agent
Previous Teams :
San Diego Padres (From 2016, To 2019), Tampa Bay Rays (From 2020, To 2023), Minnesota Twins (From 2024, To 2024), Detroit Tigers (From 2025, To 2025)
Drafted by :
Boston Red Sox
Active Status :
From - 2012, To - Present
Contract :
Contract Year 2025 to 2026, Salary $1,300,000 USD

Biography

Manuel Margot is a professional MLB player whose career began when he was signed as an amateur free agent by the Boston Red Sox in 2011. He made his MLB debut in 2016 and has since played for notable teams like the San Diego Padres and the Tampa Bay Rays. Currently with the Detroit Tigers, Margot has accumulated noteworthy achievements, including a stellar .316 batting average in the World Series. Further details highlight his expedition, family life, and financial success.

Early Life

Manuel Margot signed as an amateur free agent with the Boston Red Sox at the age of 16, which marked the start of his professional baseball expedition.

He initiated his career in the Dominican Summer League in 2012 and displayed remarkable talent and resolve as he quickly advanced through the Red Sox’s minor league system.

His early experiences in baseball set the foundation for his future success in Major League Baseball.

Family Life

Manuel Margot keeps his family life private, sharing only occasional insights on his Instagram account, @manuelmargot.

He values the support of his family, particularly during challenging times in his career, such as injuries.

While he has not disclosed specific details about his marital status or children, he often highlights the significance of family in his path as a professional athlete.

Career

Manuel Margot made his MLB debut on September 21, 2016, after being signed by the Boston Red Sox in 2011 and later traded to the San Diego Padres in 2015.

Over his career, he has played in 923 MLB games, recording 2,946 hits, 150 home runs, and a batting average of .241.

In February 2020, he was traded to the Tampa Bay Rays, where he has participated in several postseason series, especially achieving a batting average of .316 in the World Series.

As of the 2025 season, Margot holds a career WAR of 11.5 and surpassed his rookie limits in 2017.

Currently, he is signed with the Detroit Tigers and has earned a total of $31,444,600 throughout his career.

Net Worth

Manuel Margot’s net worth is estimated at approximately $31.4 million, primarily derived from his MLB contracts and performance.

Throughout his career, he has drawn salaries including $535,600 in his rookie season (2017), $1.1 million in 2018, $3 million in 2019, $3.2 million in 2020, and $3.3 million in 2021.

As of 2025, Margot is under contract with the Detroit Tigers for $1.3 million, and his financial growth also includes potential endorsements.