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Kevin McGonigle's career timeline with Tigers, from draft day to extension
TL;DR
Kevin McGonigle, the No. 2 prospect in baseball, has signed a historic contract extension with the Tigers that keeps him with the team through at least 2034. He entered the 2026 season with high expectations following his successful debut.
Detroit — Kevin McGonigle entered the 2026 season as the consensus No. 2 prospect in baseball. Now, he's under contract with the Tigers through at least the 2034 season, after signing a historic contract extension Wednesday.
Here's a look at the life and career timeline of McGonigle:
Tigers’ Kevin McGonigle rounds the bases on his solo home run, his first career home run, in the fifth inning against the Miami Marlins at Comerica Park.
When was Kevin McGonigle born?
McGonigle was born Aug. 18, 2004, in Media, Pa. He is 21 years old.
When was Kevin McGonigle drafted?
McGonigle was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the first round (No. 37 overall) of the 2023 MLB Draft. He signed for a bonus of $2,847,500, forgoing his college commitment to Auburn University.
When did Kevin McGonigle make his pro debut?
McGonigle made his professional debut with the Tigers' rookie-ball team in 2023, before moving up to play with the Low-A Lakeland Flying Tigers.
Where did Kevin McGonigle play in 2024?
McGonigle began the 2024 season with Low-A Lakeland, before he was promoted to High-A West Michigan.
Where did Kevin McGonigle play in 2025?
McGonigle began the 2025 season with High-A West Michigan, before he was promoted to Double-A Erie.
Did Kevin McGonigle ever play for Triple-A Toledo?
No, McGonigle never played for the Toledo Mud Hens. He went from Double-A to the major leagues.
When did Kevin McGonigle make his major-league debut?
McGonigle made the Tigers' roster to start the 2026 season and he started at third base on Opening Day, March 26, in San Diego. In his first major-league game, he had four hits.
When did Kevin McGonigle hit his first major-league home run?
McGonigle hit his first major-league home run Sunday, April 11, at Comerica Park, in an 8-2 win over Miami.
When did Kevin McGonigle sign his contract extension?
McGonigle and the Tigers agreed to an eight-year, $150-million extension on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, with McGonigle just 20 days into his major-league career.
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This article originally appeared on The Detroit News: Kevin McGonigle's career timeline with the Detroit Tigers, from draft day to extension
Q&A
What is the length of Kevin McGonigle's contract extension with the Tigers?
Kevin McGonigle's contract extension with the Tigers is through at least the 2034 season.
When did Kevin McGonigle make his MLB debut?
Kevin McGonigle made his MLB debut in the 2026 season.
What was Kevin McGonigle's ranking among baseball prospects before the 2026 season?
Before the 2026 season, Kevin McGonigle was ranked as the consensus No. 2 prospect in baseball.