Dilson Herrera facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Dilson Herrera
Herrera with the Mets in 2019
Free agent
Second baseman
Born: (1994-03-03) March 3, 1994 (age 31) Cartagena, Colombia
Bats: Right Throws: Right
debut
August 29, 2014, for the New York Mets
MLB statistics (through 2020 season)
Batting average	.199
Home runs	11
Runs batted in	28
Teams
New York Mets (2014–2015) Cincinnati Reds (2018) Baltimore Orioles (2020)
Medals Men's baseball Representing COL Pan American Games Gold 2023 Santiago Team

Dilson Herrera is a professional baseball player from Colombia. He was born on March 3, 1994. He plays as a second baseman. Dilson has played for several teams in Major League Baseball (MLB), including the New York Mets, Cincinnati Reds, and Baltimore Orioles.

Baseball Career

Starting with the Pirates

Dilson Herrera began his professional baseball journey in 2010. He signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates as a young international player. He spent three years playing in the Pirates' minor league system. He even reached the A-class team called the West Virginia Power. In 2013, Dilson was chosen to represent the Pirates in the All-Star Futures Game. This game features some of the best young players in baseball.

Playing for the New York Mets

In August 2013, Dilson was traded to the New York Mets. This trade was part of a bigger deal between the Pirates and the Mets. His first year with the Mets organization went very well. He was promoted to their Double-A team during that season.

Making His MLB Debut

Herrera with the Binghamton Mets in 2014

Herrera with the Mets in 2014

Dilson Herrera was called up to play in Major League Baseball on August 28, 2014. This happened because the Mets' main second baseman, Daniel Murphy, was injured. Dilson made history by being the first Mets player to start a season in A-ball and reach the major leagues in the same year.

Just two days later, he got his first hit in a major league game. Soon after, he earned his first RBI (Run Batted In). On September 1, Dilson hit his first ever Major League home run. He finished the 2014 season having played in 18 games.

The 2015 Season

In May 2015, Dilson was called up to the Mets again. He played second base because another player, David Wright, was injured. Dilson himself had a small injury to his finger and was out for a short time. He returned to play in June.

Later in the season, in September, he was called up again. During a game in June 2015, Dilson was seen wearing "rally cups" on his ears. These were cups with the bottoms cut out. This fun gesture was liked by his teammates and fans. The Mets won that game, and Dilson even hit a home run.

Time with the Cincinnati Reds

In August 2016, the Mets traded Dilson Herrera to the Cincinnati Reds. He played for their Triple-A team, the Louisville Bats. In July 2018, the Reds brought him up to play in the major leagues. After the 2018 season, he became a free agent.

Returning to the New York Mets

Dilson signed a minor league contract with the New York Mets again in November 2018. He was invited to their Spring Training. He later opted out of his deal in July 2019, but then decided to rejoin the Mets' minor league system. He became a free agent again in September 2019.

Playing for the Baltimore Orioles

In December 2019, Dilson Herrera signed a minor league contract with the Baltimore Orioles. He was added to their main roster in September 2020. However, he was later removed from the team's active roster. After the 2020 season, he played for Colombia in the 2021 Caribbean Series.

Other Teams

After his time with the Orioles, Dilson continued to play baseball for various teams.

• In April 2021, he signed with the Olmecas de Tabasco in the Mexican League.
• Later in April 2021, he signed a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. He played 53 games for their Triple-A team, the Buffalo Bisons. He was released by the Blue Jays in August 2021.
• In April 2022, Dilson joined the Staten Island FerryHawks in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. He played 88 games for them.
• In April 2023, he signed with the Piratas de Campeche in the Mexican League. He was released in May.
• In July 2024, Dilson signed with El Águila de Veracruz, also in the Mexican League. He was released in December.

International Baseball

Dilson Herrera is an important player for the Colombia national baseball team. In October 2023, he helped the Colombian team win the gold medal at the Baseball at the 2023 Pan American Games. This big event took place in Santiago, Chile. He was also chosen to be on the Colombian team for the 2026 World Baseball Classic qualifiers. These games are scheduled for March 2025.

See also

In Spanish: Dilson Herrera para niños