Ty France is an American professional baseball player who currently plays as an infielder for the Seattle Mariners in Major League Baseball (MLB).
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France was born on July 13, 1994, in San Diego, California. He attended San Diego State University, where he played college baseball for the San Diego State Aztecs.
France was selected by the San Diego Padres in the 34th round of the 2015 MLB draft. He made his MLB debut with the Padres in 2019 and played with the team until he was traded to the Mariners in 2020. France primarily plays as a third baseman and first baseman and is known for his hitting ability and versatility on defence.
What round was Ty France drafted?
He was drafted 1017th overall, in the 34th round of the 2015 MLB draft by the San Diego Padres, and signed with them for a $100,000 signing bonus.
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France made his professional debut in 2015 with the Class A Short Season Tri-City Dust Devils, hitting .294/.425/.391/.816 with 1 home run and 36 RBI. He split the 2016 season between the Class A Fort Wayne TinCaps and the Class A-Advanced Lake Elsinore Storm, hitting .271/.387/.420/.807 with 14 home runs and 73 RBI.
What team is Ty France on?
He is currently a third baseman for the Seattle Mariners. France recorded his first career five-hit game, going 5-for-6 with a home run in a game versus the Kansas City Royals.
On April 25, France and Miguel Cabrera were awarded American League co-player of the week. France was named to the 2022 MLB All-Star Game as an injury replacement for Mike Trout.
On January 13, 2023, France agreed to a one-year, $4.1 million contract with the Mariners, avoiding salary arbitration
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