The Trenton Thunder is a collegiate summer baseball team located in Trenton, New Jersey. Established in 1994, the Thunder served as a Minor League Baseball team of the Double-A Eastern League until Major League Baseball’s reorganization of the minors in 2020.
The team plays its home games at Trenton Thunder Ballpark, where they have been delighting fans with their passionate play and exciting atmosphere. With an emphasis on developing young talent, the Thunder has become an integral part of the Trenton community and a key source of pride for the city.
1. Alex Rodriguez
Shortstop
Career
- 14× All-Star (1996–1998, 2000–2008, 2010, 2011), World Series champion (2009), 3× AL MVP (2003, 2005, 2007), 2× Gold Glove Award (2002, 2003), 10× Silver Slugger Award (1996, 1998–2003, 2005, 2007, 2008), 4× AL Hank Aaron Award (2001–2003, 2007), MLB batting champion (1996), 5× AL home run leader (2001–2003, 2005, 2007), 2× MLB RBI leader (2002, 2007)
Alex Rodriguez is a former MLB player who currently works as an analyst for the Fox Sports broadcast network. Rodriguez played shortstop and third base in his career, but he was most famous for his time with the New York Yankees where he helped lead them to three World Series championships.
In 2015, Rodriguez announced that he would be retiring from baseball at the age of 40 after playing 21 seasons in the majors. Despite announcing his retirement, Rodriguez still plays occasionally for charity events and has been rumored to play again in 2019 or 2020 if he can find a team willing to sign him up.
Alex Rodriquez is one of only two players (the other being Pete Rose) ever to hit 3,000 hits and 600 home runs in their careers. Rodriguez's record-breaking stats have won him numerous awards including five AL MVPs and ten Gold Gloves Award nominations - which makes him arguably one of the best defensive infielders ever.
Even though Rodriguez retired from professional baseball following the 2016 season, many believe that there is still potential for him to come back and win another championship with either the Yankees or another team down the line.
Also Played For: texas rangers, seattle mariners
2. Gary Sánchez
Catcher
Career
- 2× All-Star (2017, 2019), Silver Slugger Award (2017)
Gary Sánchez is a 30-year-old catcher who was signed by the Yankees in 2015. Sanchez has spent his entire career with the Yankees, and was a key part of the team's run to the 2017 World Series.
In 114 games with the Yankees, Sanchez hit .271 with 14 home runs and 53 RBIs. Sanchez is a good defensive catcher, and has led the MLB in caught stealing percentage twice (2012-2013, 2016). Sanchez is a free agent after the 2017 season, and will likely be available on the open market.
Sanchez is a switch hitter, and has shown good power throughout his career. Sanchez is a popular player with the Yankees' fans, and will likely be sought after by other teams if he becomes a free agent. Sanchez is a talented player, and is likely to continue to play in the MLB for many years to come.
3. Tony Clark
Career
- All-Star (2001)
Tony Clark was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the 3rd round of the 1995 draft. Clark made his MLB debut with the Tigers in 1995. Clark played for the Arizona Diamondbacks from 2009-2013.
Clark finished his MLB career with the San Diego Padres in 2013. Clark was a 3 time All-Star and 2 time Gold Glove Award winner. Clark currently works as a hitting coach for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Clark is a father of 2 children and married to his wife Tracy. Clark is a longtime supporter of the Military and has done a lot of work with the veterans. Clark is a respected member of the baseball community and is highly regarded by his peers.
Tony Clark was one of the most consistent hitters throughout his career. He was a three-time all-star and finished with a batting average of .262.
Clark was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in 1995 and played for them until 2001. In that time, he won three all-star games and finished second in voting for the AL MVP award in 2001.
After leaving Detroit, Clark played for the Boston Red Sox and then the New York Mets. He finished his career with the Yankees in 2004.
Clark was a Gold Glove winner in 1996 and 1997, and was a part of the Diamondbacks team that won the 2006 World Series. Clark is currently a broadcaster for the Diamondbacks.
4. Phil Hughes
Career
- All-Star (2010), World Series champion (2009)
Phil Hughes was a highly sought-after starting pitcher in the MLB Draft and made his debut with the Yankees in 2007. Hughes had a successful rookie season, going 11-5 with a 3.99 ERA in 24 starts.
In 2008, Hughes went 12-10 with a 3.68 ERA in 33 starts, but was hampered by a number of injuries.
Hughes bounced back in 2009, going 16-5 with a 2.93 ERA in 32 starts. Hughes went 14-8 with a 3.24 ERA in 31 starts in 2010, but was hampered by a lack of run support.
Hughes struggled in 2011, going 10-13 with a 4.05 ERA in 27 starts. Hughes bounced back in 2012, going 16-5 with a 2.92 ERA in 32 starts, but was limited to just six starts in 2013 due to a torn labrum in his right shoulder.
Hughes is set to return to the mound in 2014 and has the potential to be one of the best starting pitchers in the MLB. Hughes is a hard-working and motivated individual who continues to improve as he gets older.
5. Joba Chamberlain
Career
- World Series champion (2009)
Joba Chamberlain is a pitcher for the New York Yankees. He was drafted by the Yankees in the first round of the 2007 MLB Draft. He made his MLB debut in 2007 and has been with the Yankees ever since.
He has had success in the MLB, winning 20 games in three seasons. Injuries have slowed him down in the past few seasons, but he is still thought of as one of the top pitchers in the MLB. He is married and has two children.
He is a Christian and is involved in charity work. Chamberlain will be a free agent at the end of the 2018 MLB season. Joba Chamberlain is a relief pitcher who has played for the Cleveland Indians since 2016. He made his MLB debut with the Yankees in 2007 and played for them until 2013.
He then moved to the Tigers and played for them until 2015. In 2015, he transferred to the Royals and played for them until 2016. Chamberlain has had a successful MLB career, winning a World Series championship with the Yankees in 2009.
He has also been nominated for several awards, including the Cy Young Award and the AL MVP Award. Chamberlain has a win-loss record of 25-21 and an earned run average of 3.81.
He has struck out 546 batters in his career. Chamberlain is currently a relief pitcher for the Cleveland Indians.
6. Michael Pineda
Pitcher
Career
- All-Star (2011)
Pineda is a free agent and is looking for a new team. Pineda is a talented pitcher and has had some success in the past. Pineda is still young and has a lot of potential.
Pineda may be a bit of a risk, but he could be a valuable player on a team. Pineda will likely need to start playing better if he wants to find a new team. Pineda is a good pitcher and will likely be able to find a new team.
Pineda is a talented pitcher and could be a valuable player on a team. Pineda is a free agent and may be looking for a new team. Pineda is a talented pitcher and could be a valuable player on a team. Pineda had a successful rookie season in 2011, posting a record of 10-8 with a 4.06 ERA.
Pineda was traded to the Seattle Mariners in 2014 and had an even better season, going 13-5 with a 2.54 ERA. Pineda struggled in 2017 with the New York Yankees and was traded to the Minnesota Twins in 2019.
In 2019, Pineda had a stellar season, posting a record of 17-4 with a 1.84 ERA. Pineda is slated to be a free agent after the 2020 season and is likely to sign with a team that needs a solid pitcher.
Pineda is a six-time all-star and is likely to be in the running for the Cy Young Award in 2020. Pineda is a strong competitor and is known for his fiery personality on the field.
Pineda is a left-handed pitcher and has a high-energy pitch delivery. Pineda is a hard worker and is known for his intense focus in the pitching mound.
7. Tyler Austin
Outfielder
Career
- Tokyo 2020 All-Olympic Baseball Team (2021)
Tyler Austin is a 31-year-old first baseman for the Yokohama DeNA BayStars in NPB. Austin was drafted by the New York Yankees in 2016 and made his MLB debut in the same season.
He has played for the Yankees, the Texas Rangers, and the Kansas City Royals in MLB. He has a batting average of .219 and has hit 33 home runs. Austin is a right-handed hitter and throws right-handed.
He has played for the BayStars since 2020. Austin is married and has two children. He is a Georgia native. Tyler Austin has been a consistent hitter in Japan since joining the Yokohama DeNA BayStars in 2020.
Austin has hit for a .289 batting average and 49 home runs in Japan. He has also been a valuable run producer, batting 133 runs batted in over the past two seasons. Austin is coming off a season in which he was named to the Tokyo 2020 All-Olympic Baseball Team.
The BayStars are hopeful that Austin can help them qualify for the postseason this season. Austin is a free agent at the end of the season, and teams in the MLB are likely to be interested in signing him. Austin is a versatile player who can play all three outfield positions.
He is entering the final season of his contract with the BayStars, and there is speculation that he could move to an MLB team next year.
8. Mason Williams
Outfielder
Mason Williams is a 31-year-old outfielder who is currently a free agent. Williams was drafted by the New York Yankees in the second round of the 2009 MLB draft.
He made his MLB debut with the Yankees in 2013. Williams has spent most of his career with the Yankees, playing in 155 games over three seasons. Williams was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers in December of 2017.
In 78 games with the Dodgers, Williams hit .255 with four home runs and 21 RBIs. Williams is a left-handed hitter and thrower. Williams has spent time at every outfield position in the MLB, with the exception of first base.
Williams is a two-time All-Star and has won two Gold Gloves. Mason Williams made his MLB debut with the Yankees in 2015 and has been with the team ever since. Mason Williams is a left-handed hitter who has a batting average of .265 and 4 home runs.
Mason Williams has hit 15 runs batted in in his MLB career. Mason Williams has played with the Cincinnati Reds (2018), Baltimore Orioles (2019–2020), and the New York Mets (2021).
Mason Williams is a part of the Yankees' young core and is looking to improve his skills in order to be a part of the team for many years to come.
Mason Williams is a talented player who is looking to continue to develop his skills and be a part of a successful MLB team. Mason Williams is a hard-working player who is looking to improve his skills every day.
Mason Williams is a part of the Yankees' young core and is looking to continue to develop his skills in order to be a part of the team for many years to come. Mason Williams is a talented player who is looking to continue to develop his skills and be a part of a successful MLB team.
9. Jeff Manto
Jeff Manto was a highly successful third baseman in the MLB for the Cleveland Indians, Colorado Rockies and Yomiuri Giants. Manto is best known for his power and batting average, but he was also a fine fielder.
Manto retired from baseball in 2000. He currently coaches for a semi-professional team in his home state of Pennsylvania. Manto is 58 years old. Jeff Manto was a coach in the MLB for nine seasons, most notably with the Cleveland Indians from 1998-1999.
Manto had a long and successful career as a player, spending twelve seasons in the majors and playing for six different teams.
He was a key member of the Cleveland Indians team that won the American League pennant in 1998. Manto is best known as a coach, however, where he had a much more successful tenure.
He led the Indians to the playoffs twice, winning a Divisional Series in 1998 and a World Series in 1999. Manto retired from coaching following the 1999 season.
He remains active in the game, working as a broadcaster for the Japanese national baseball team. Jeff Manto was born on October 10, 1964 in Fort Worth, Texas.
10. Steve Garrison
Garrison was drafted in the 5th round of the 2006 MLB Draft by the Tampa Bay Rays. Garrison made his MLB debut with the Yankees in 2011. Garrison has pitched in over 200 games and has a career record of 51-49.
Garrison is most known for his success with the Yankees, where he has a 2.74 ERA in 178 games. Garrison has also pitched for the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa Bay Rays. Garrison is a switch hitter and throws left-handed.
Garrison is a three-time All-Star and has been nominated for the Cy Young Award twice. Garrison has a Wife and two children. Garrison is currently a free agent. Garrison was drafted in the 23rd round of the 2007 MLB Draft by the Minnesota Twins.
Garrison made his MLB debut with the Yankees on July 25, 2011. Garrison recorded his first MLB win on August 2, 2011. Garrison finished the 2011 season with a 0-0 record and a 0-0 ERA. Garrison is slated to compete for a starting job in 2012 with the Yankees.
Garrison has a career record of 0-0 with a 0-0 ERA in MLB. Garrison is a left-handed pitcher and bats left-handed. Garrison is a native of Duluth, Minnesota. Garrison is only 23 years old and has a very bright future in the MLB.
11. Walt McKeel
Walt McKeel was a catcher who played in the Major Leagues for 16 seasons. He played for the Atlanta Braves, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, and Oakland Athletics.
He was a three-time All-Star and won the Silver Slugger Award in 2003. McKeel died in January 2019 at the age of 46 after a long battle with cancer. Walt McKeel made his MLB debut with the Boston Red Sox in 1996.
McKeel would stay with the Red Sox through 1997 before being traded to the Colorado Rockies. In 2002, McKeel would finish his MLB career with the Colorado Rockies. McKeel posted a batting average of .250 over his 16-year MLB career.
McKeel was a valuable utility player for the Red Sox and Rockies, playing all three outfield positions. McKeel is most well-known for his playing time with the Red Sox in the late 1990s, when they made the playoffs three times in a row.
McKeel is a member of the Rockies' Hall of Fame. McKeel is currently a scout for the Boston Red Sox. McKeel is a good role model for young players, showing them what it takes to be a successful professional athlete.
12. Jason Phillips
Phillips played catcher and first baseman in the major leagues for the Toronto Blue Jays from 2007 to 2010. He was a part of the Blue Jays team that won the American League Championship in 2007.
Phillips also played for the Tampa Bay Rays and the New York Yankees in 2010. He has played in the major leagues for 16 seasons. Phillips is a member of the American League All-Star Team in 2010.
He has also won two Gold Gloves and two Silver Slugger Awards. Phillips has been involved in a number of controversial incidents in his career, including an altercation with Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte in 2007.
Phillips was suspended for five games in 2012 for testing positive for a banned substance. Phillips is currently a free agent. Jason Phillips is a retired American professional baseball player. Phillips played for the Mets from 2001-2004 and then the Dodgers from 2005-2007.
Phillips had a batting average of .249 and 30 home runs in his MLB career. Phillips was a valuable baserunner and RBI producer, totaling 168 runs batted in. Phillips announced his retirement in 2007.
Phillips is now a color commentator for the Blue Jays. Phillips has been a mainstay in the Toronto broadcasting community since his retirement. Phillips is a two-time Gold Glove recipient. Phillips is an excellent communicator and gives good insight on the game.
13. Ron Mahay
Mahay was born in Crestwood, Illinois, in 1971. Mahay made his MLB debut with the Boston Red Sox in 1995. Mahay played for the Red Sox, the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Texas Rangers, and the Chicago White Sox in his career.
Mahay was released by the White Sox in 2009. Mahay signed with the Oklahoma RedHawks in 2010. Mahay retired after the 2013 season. Mahay has three daughters. Mahay is a member of the American League All-Star Team and the Texas League All-Star Team.
Mahay won the 2006 American League Cy Young Award. Ron Mahay is a starting pitcher who is with the Minnesota Twins. Mahay has had a successful career, winning 27 games in 2010 and averaging 3.83 earned runs per game. Mahay is known for his strikeouts, as he has 470 in his career.
Mahay has also had some trouble with injuries in the past, but is currently injury-free. Mahay is a member of the Twins for the 2010 season. Mahay is a fan favorite, and is always a crowd favorite when he pitches. Mahay is a hard-working pitcher who is always trying to improve his game.
Mahay is a native of Minnesota, and is a big fan of the state. Mahay is a great pitcher and is always a threat to win any game he pitches in.
Final Words
The Trenton Thunder is a collegiate summer baseball team located in Trenton, New Jersey. Established in 1977, the Thunder have won two championships (1992, 2013) and made nine appearances in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship.
The team’s all-time best players include first baseman Adam Dunn (2003-07), shortstop Omar Infante (2002-05), and catcher Brian McCann (1999-2002).
