For so many over the past four seasons, Machado has represented the hopes and dreams for the return of championship caliber baseball to Baltimore.
Despite undergoing two knee surgeries in the span of a year, the 24-year old phenom has flashed his defensive prowess earning him frequent comparisons to Orioles Hall of Famer Brooks Robinson, and a bat that’s aligned him with some of the best in the American League.
In his first four seasons, Machado has notched three All-Star selections — earning the starting nod in 2016. He’s also added two Gold Glove Awards (2013, 2015).